Rating: 
Summary: Just GREAT!
Review: Wow, after nearly 20 years since its TV debut, we finally get to see the original Dragonball in japanese on DVD! It's a must to watch it in japanese with direct translations (listed as subtitle #2 Japanese) on. For some reason the english dialogue is drastically changed, to the point that it actually changes the storyline. Also, as the english version's humor is directed squarely at children, the original japanese version has a broader age appeal with more clever and subtle dialogue. Of course these uncut versions have a bit of the toilet humor Dragonball is known for, but don't worry, this isn't SOUTH PARK. This is a cartoon with both brains and heart. The only drawback to the japanese soundtrack is no fault of Funimation's. The show was originally recorded and broadcast in MONO. I only wish Funimation could have gotten ahold of the music tracks (opening & ending themes, etc.), which were originally recorded in stereo. This is the only part of the show the mono soundtrack shows its age. Other than that, this is a great release, a no bells & whistles DVD, just pure DB Fun! That's all you need!
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