Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero
2022 · Directed by Tetsuro Kodama
Original language: Japanese
- animation
- science fiction
- action
The story
The Red Ribbon Army, an evil organization that was once destroyed by Goku in the past, has been reformed by a group of people who have created new and mightier Androids, Gamma 1 and Gamma 2, and seek vengeance against Goku and his family.
What it’s like
Bright, saturated cel animation with clean outlines, flat primary colours and glowing energy blasts that flare white-hot against night skies and rubble-strewn cityscapes. The palette swings from sunny daylight to smoky industrial grey, with quick, kinetic camera moves that snap between wide establishing shots and tight close-ups of clenched fists and straining faces. The sound is loud and percussive: punches land with heavy thuds, ki blasts hum and crackle, and a bombastic orchestral score swells under every charge-up. It feels like an energetic Saturday-morning rush, best for a playful, high-spirited night in or a fun comfort rewatch with friends. Pacing is relentless, with long stretches of combat broken by brief, lighthearted banter. The emotional register stays broad and upbeat, centred on a loyal family of fighters who protect one another against vengeful newcomers. Intensity is cartoonish: frequent martial-arts fighting and explosive blasts, with bloodless impacts and no gore, though the stakes feel high in the moment. Built for fans of shōnen action who enjoy spectacle, rivalries and crowd-pleasing showdowns rather than anything quiet or gentle.
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