Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku

Name: Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku
Director: Mitsuo Hashimoto
Genre: Animation, Action, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Drama
Released: 1990-01-01
Duration: 48 min
Rating: 7.6
Cast: Masako Nozawa, Kazuyuki Sogabe, Yuko Mita, Takeshi Watabe, Kozo Shioya

1990Dir. Mitsuo Hashimoto48m

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Runtime48m

Released1990

DirectorMitsuo Hashimoto

About This Movie

So, 'Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku' is really an intriguing piece. It dives into the backstory of Bardock, who’s not just some random Saiyan, but Goku's dad, which is a cool twist. The film has this gritty tone, especially with the way it tackles betrayal and loss. I mean, you see Bardock grappling with his visions of the future – it adds a layer of depth to the whole Saiyan narrative. The animation, while typical of its time, has some standout moments, especially the action sequences. And the pacing? It has its slow moments, but they serve the emotional weight. You can feel the desperation in Bardock’s fight against Frieza's impending doom. Definitely different from the usual battle-centric episodes.

Good for fans interested in Saiyan lore.Offers a different perspective on Goku’s heritage.The animation style is distinct for the early '90s.