Dragonball Z TV Series remastered HD for 20th Anniversary - Blu-ray Forum

mugupo · 02-10-2009, 10:29 PM

I dont know if that gonna coming in blu-ray, the article just said remasted in HD, but i they will consider how hardcore japanese in their anime. Recently Gundam tv series has been coming in blu-ray.

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JamesKurtovich · 02-10-2009, 10:39 PM

Yeah, as long as it's restored back to 4:3. From what I've learned (I only have season one on DVD), the top and bottom were cut to give it a widescreen look?

But I like the FUNi music and voiceovers too.. so I dunno.

Zaranyzerak · 02-11-2009, 01:22 AM

I was actually kind of excited about the Season Sets when I first heard about them, as I haven't seen much of the show and thought it would be a good way to see what all the fuss was about. But as soon as I saw it had been cropped from the original 4x3 aspect ratio to 16x9, that was the deal breaker for me. I would have happily shelled out for all the seasons, I'm sure, otherwise. If they restore it to the correct aspect ratio I'll most likely pick it up. Otherwise, no.

Also, aren't the original film prints on 16mm not 35mm? Meaning it wouldn't actually gain much from an HD upgrade resolution-wise...

Nealten10 · 02-11-2009, 01:28 AM

I have already bought all the seasons on DVD...

u_nick · 02-11-2009, 03:01 AM

Gonna start airing on japanese in April. I think I'll finally give it a shot. I got into anime when it was airing on CN, and the only fansubs out were low LOW quality, so I never really gave the show a shot. When it starts airing in April, as long as one of the subbers out there are carrying it, I'll give it a shot.

And if it does well, I cant imagine Funi NOT grabbing it up and giving it a proper release. DB is a great cashcow.

NickBalto · 02-11-2009, 03:50 AM

wow they actually cropped the 4:3 image to widescreen, why on earth would they do that, thats insane..

marks76 · 02-11-2009, 04:05 AM

I must have been to old for this demographic i hated this show with a firey pation

Batman00 · 02-11-2009, 04:07 AM

I love this show, one of my faves, i will get it once it gets maddddd inexpensive and the ratings must be good because i own all the movies on blu and i have no complaints

Marquoz · 02-11-2009, 05:11 AM

I've seen DBZ a couple times on TV and I just couldn't get into it. It seems to be entirely too slow paced for me. I watched like 5 episodes back to back and they were still fighting the same fight the entire time, and it was STILL to be continued at the end of the 5th episode. I prefer my TV shows to move a little bit faster then that.

That said, I hope that they do justice to this for those that do enjoy it and want to see it.

Pyoko · 02-11-2009, 11:40 AM

Don't care for DBZ, though I might buy the original Dragon Ball, at least some of the arcs, if that ever made it to Blu-ray. Much more fun and pleasant adventure, without all the ridiculousness, posturing and machismo of the sequel.

demiscy · 02-11-2009, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by NickBalto

wow they actually cropped the 4:3 image to widescreen, why on earth would they do that, thats insane..

no they didnt.. they gave the picture a true widescreen angle adding left and right image that was not on the original airing of the episodes BUT they cut some of the picture on top and bottom

mugupo · 02-11-2009, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Marquoz

I've seen DBZ a couple times on TV and I just couldn't get into it. It seems to be entirely too slow paced for me. I watched like 5 episodes back to back and they were still fighting the same fight the entire time, and it was STILL to be continued at the end of the 5th episode. I prefer my TV shows to move a little bit faster then that.

That said, I hope that they do justice to this for those that do enjoy it and want to see it.

Depend which saga you watch, the best saga to start with is probably the saiyan one when vegeta arrive, if you just want see good episode in short period, probably buu saga.

u_nick · 02-11-2009, 11:54 PM

News coming in that it actually wont be airing in HD after all:

http://www.activeanimehd.com/?p=220

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Fuji TV network and its affiliates will start broadcasting a re-mastered from high-definition Dragon Ball Z in April 5, 2009. The re-mastered version will include a re-edited story line, re-dubbed with the original voice actors, re-recorded sound effects, new songs for the opening and ending theme, including a new opening animation. The series itself will not broadcast in high-definition.

Still it's good to know that HD masters defintiely exist now, so a Blu release is still plausible

hamisht · 02-12-2009, 03:48 AM

I got all the remastered box sets so far, not sure if i would shell out even more money for blu-ray editions, seeing as the dvds look so damn good. Maybe if there were some decent special features, behind the scenes stuff, interviews, original promo material etc.

mugupo · 02-25-2009, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by hamisht

I got all the remastered box sets so far, not sure if i would shell out even more money for blu-ray editions, seeing as the dvds look so damn good. Maybe if there were some decent special features, behind the scenes stuff, interviews, original promo material etc.

maybe you could sell it out for the blu-ray version.

Red Hood · 02-25-2009, 09:40 PM

will the release 3 eps per disc

quexos · 02-25-2009, 09:40 PM

I have the 444 episodes of the two first shows on DVD, I love it but I don't feel like getting the whole thing over again.

Kyo28 · 02-26-2009, 11:37 AM

For me it will really depend on the price.

I've already invested a small fortune into getting the entire series (DB + SBZ + DBGT + all movies) on DVD (the Japanese release, mind you, which costs quite a considerable amount). If the quality is noticably better and the price is right, I might consider investing but it's very doubtful at this point. If they would offer some sort of 'upgrade' program ... then maybe ...

View Poll Results: Are you gonna import the DBZ Tv Series in Blu-ray?
Yes, I waited too long for this	7	14.00%
Yes but depend ont he price $$$	12	24.00%
I would just wait till U.S. released, if that even happend	11	22.00%
I waited like a actualy review out first before I decided	3	6.00%
If picture is like DBZ movie in blu-ray, i will skip it.	2	4.00%
I don't think DBZ are belong to HD, they should stick with original ratio	3	6.00%
I don't like DBZ	12	24.00%
Voters: 50. You may not vote on this poll

02-10-2009, 10:29 PM	#1
mugupo Special Member Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:76 Blu-ray collection:50 Blu-ray reviews: 226 Trading Score:4	Dragonball Z TV Series remastered HD for 20th Anniversary I dont know if that gonna coming in blu-ray, the article just said remasted in HD, but i they will consider how hardcore japanese in their anime. Recently Gundam tv series has been coming in blu-ray. Article Link

02-11-2009, 11:40 AM	#10
Pyoko Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Apr 2008 4K collection:151 Blu-ray collection:722	Don't care for DBZ, though I might buy the original Dragon Ball, at least some of the arcs, if that ever made it to Blu-ray. Much more fun and pleasant adventure, without all the ridiculousness, posturing and machismo of the sequel. Last edited by Pyoko; 02-11-2009 at 12:25 PM.

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02-10-2009, 10:39 PM	#2
JamesKurtovich Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Alaska Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:229 Blu-ray reviews:4 Trading Score:2	Yeah, as long as it's restored back to 4:3. From what I've learned (I only have season one on DVD), the top and bottom were cut to give it a widescreen look? But I like the FUNi music and voiceovers too.. so I dunno.

02-11-2009, 01:22 AM	#3
Zaranyzerak Member Member since:Oct 2008 Blu-ray collection:52 Trading Score:1	I was actually kind of excited about the Season Sets when I first heard about them, as I haven't seen much of the show and thought it would be a good way to see what all the fuss was about. But as soon as I saw it had been cropped from the original 4x3 aspect ratio to 16x9, that was the deal breaker for me. I would have happily shelled out for all the seasons, I'm sure, otherwise. If they restore it to the correct aspect ratio I'll most likely pick it up. Otherwise, no. Also, aren't the original film prints on 16mm not 35mm? Meaning it wouldn't actually gain much from an HD upgrade resolution-wise...

02-11-2009, 01:28 AM	#4
Nealten10 Active Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Louisiana 4K collection:35 Blu-ray collection:484 Blu-ray reviews:2	I have already bought all the seasons on DVD...

02-11-2009, 03:01 AM	#5
u_nick Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2007 Location:CT, US Trading Score:27	Gonna start airing on japanese in April. I think I'll finally give it a shot. I got into anime when it was airing on CN, and the only fansubs out were low LOW quality, so I never really gave the show a shot. When it starts airing in April, as long as one of the subbers out there are carrying it, I'll give it a shot. And if it does well, I cant imagine Funi NOT grabbing it up and giving it a proper release. DB is a great cashcow.

02-11-2009, 03:50 AM	#6
NickBalto Member Member since:Aug 2008 Blu-ray collection:120 Blu-ray reviews:4	wow they actually cropped the 4:3 image to widescreen, why on earth would they do that, thats insane..

02-11-2009, 04:05 AM	#7
marks76 Member Member since:Jan 2009 Blu-ray collection:12 Blu-ray reviews:1	I must have been to old for this demographic i hated this show with a firey pation

02-11-2009, 04:07 AM	#8
Batman00 Special Member Member since:Nov 2007 Blu-ray collection:116 Blu-ray reviews: 22 Trading Score:1	I love this show, one of my faves, i will get it once it gets maddddd inexpensive and the ratings must be good because i own all the movies on blu and i have no complaints

02-11-2009, 05:11 AM	#9
Marquoz Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2008 Location:New Orleans Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:167 Trading Score:2	I've seen DBZ a couple times on TV and I just couldn't get into it. It seems to be entirely too slow paced for me. I watched like 5 episodes back to back and they were still fighting the same fight the entire time, and it was STILL to be continued at the end of the 5th episode. I prefer my TV shows to move a little bit faster then that. That said, I hope that they do justice to this for those that do enjoy it and want to see it.

02-12-2009, 03:48 AM	#14
hamisht Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Blu-ray reviews:4	I got all the remastered box sets so far, not sure if i would shell out even more money for blu-ray editions, seeing as the dvds look so damn good. Maybe if there were some decent special features, behind the scenes stuff, interviews, original promo material etc.

02-25-2009, 09:40 PM	#16
Red Hood Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2008 Blu-ray collection:33	will the release 3 eps per disc

02-25-2009, 09:40 PM	#17
quexos Banned Member since:May 2007 Location:Brussels, Belgium	I have the 444 episodes of the two first shows on DVD, I love it but I don't feel like getting the whole thing over again.

02-26-2009, 11:37 AM	#18
Kyo28 Power Member Member since:Jun 2008 Blu-ray collection:446 Blu-ray reviews:12	For me it will really depend on the price. I've already invested a small fortune into getting the entire series (DB + SBZ + DBGT + all movies) on DVD (the Japanese release, mind you, which costs quite a considerable amount). If the quality is noticably better and the price is right, I might consider investing but it's very doubtful at this point. If they would offer some sort of 'upgrade' program ... then maybe ...

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