Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection 'F'

Lore & Background

The film was originally announced in July 2014 under the tentative title of Dragon Ball Z 2015. Akira Toriyama provided the original concept, screenplay, and character designs, marking the first time he wrote a screenplay for the series. The idea to bring Frieza back came to Toriyama while attending a concert by the metal band Maximum the Hormone, watching them perform their 2008 song 'F'. The film was released theatrically on April 18, 2015, and is the first Japanese film to be screened in IMAX 3D and receive screenings at 4DX theaters.

Reader's Guide

Resurrection 'F' is significant as the first Dragon Ball film with a screenplay by series creator Akira Toriyama, and as the direct sequel to Battle of Gods. It introduced Frieza's new golden form and Goku's Super Saiyan Blue transformation. The film received mostly positive reviews from critics, who praised the quality of animation and fast-paced action sequences, although its plot received some criticism. It was later adapted into the second story arc of Dragon Ball Super, with the addition of extra scenes and subplots set before its events. The film's legacy includes being the first Japanese film in IMAX 3D and 4DX, and its theme song 'Z no Chikai' by Momoiro Clover Z.

Did You Know?

• The film is the first Japanese film to be screened in IMAX 3D and receive screenings at 4DX theaters.
• Akira Toriyama's idea to bring Frieza back came while watching the metal band Maximum the Hormone perform their 2008 song 'F'.
• The film was later adapted into the second story arc of Dragon Ball Super, with extra scenes and subplots.
• Momoiro Clover Z members voiced 'angels from hell' in the film.