The full review for One Piece Film: Gold can be found over on our sister site
AnimeMojo.com (
click here). I put together both a video review and included the transcript, but I thought I would post some of it here for the Anime and Manga fans here on CBM.
I'm going to be honest; I wasn't familiar with One Piece prior to sitting down with our copy One Piece Film: Gold. After watching the film, I'm still not sure if I'm familiar with the popular anime. Some of the characters and villains are downright crazy. The entire film takes place on the Gran Tesoro, a gigantic ship that's so large it's been granted the status of an independent country by the World Government. Yes, it's that big. Did I mention that it's made entirely of gold? It's ruled by the Gild Tesoro who has the power to manipulate gold.
It's hard to discuss One Piece Film: Gold without giving any spoilers and I don't want to ruin the film for anyone. The film begins with Tesoro, who happens to be quite the performer, kicking off show that includes music, dancing and golden geysers. The Straw Hat Pirates land right in the middle of it thanks to a very entertaining battle with the Long Pirates. The Straw Hats think they're visiting the Gran Tesoro to gather fame and riches, but the golden emperor proves to have other ideas. What ensues is an action-packed adventure that explores every nook and cranny of the Gran Tesoro.
Was it enjoyable? Yes! The animation and voice acting was all very well done. The twists and turns in the story left me guessing most of the film. I had absolutely no idea how it was going to end, but I loved it...
Head over to
AnimeMojo.com for the full
One Piece Film: Gold Review, including the score and video review for those that can't stand reading. You might even find some other great Anime & Manga news and trailers while you're there!
The Straw Hat pirates are hitting the big screen once again in an all-new high-flying adventure! The popular series that has captivated fans all over the world unfolds a new saga in the highly anticipated movie, One Piece Film: Gold.
The glittering Gran Tesoro, a city of entertainment beyond the laws of the government, is a sanctuary for the world’s most infamous pirates, Marines, and filthy rich millionaires. Drawn by dreams of hitting the jackpot, Captain Luffy and his crew sail straight for the gold. But behind the gilded curtains lies a powerful king whose deep pockets and deeper ambitions spell disaster for the Straw Hats and the New World alike.
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