Dragonball z

Dragon ball z is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Akira Toyriama. It was originally serialised in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1984 to 1995; later the 519 individual chapters were published into 42 tankōbon volumes by Shueisha. Dragon Ball was inspired by the classical Chinese novel 'Journey to the west'. It follows the adventures of son goku from his childhood through adulthood as he trains in martial arts and explores the world in search of the seven mystical orbs known as the Dragon Balls, which can summon a wish-granting dragon when gathered. Along his journey, Goku makes several friends and battles a wide variety of villains, many of whom also seek the Dragon Balls for their own desires.

Dragonball z has a very unique style of animation, that makes it stand alone as an inspiring work of art. On a content level the story combines humour, racism and action-oriented plots in a subtle but effective way. On a design side, the manga style illustration has become a leading forefront for cartoon and animated illustration. The ridiculously fast paced action is mind boggling and the dramatic, in your face style is emphasised by the combination of bright bursts of colours.

Although I find the concept of dragonball z and the still manga style drawings an interesting and clever style of illustration, I have a quite a strong dislike on the whole for this style of animation. I find cartoon style animation like Dragonball Z and shows like Futurama as immature and pointless. I class myself as someone with a good sense of humour, and watch a lot of comedy shows, stand ups and films, however, I feel my humour is more satirical and subtle humour, whereas, I find the humour and content of this style of animation as weak and immature. 


With regards to my final project, I indefinitely know that I will not even begin to consider the idea of using or incorporating this style of animation. Although I appreciate the artistic merit, I just cannot bring myself to watch and even begin to like Dragonball Z.