Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods

Year: 2014

Runtime: 85 min

Language: Japanese

Director: Masahiro Hosoda

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A powerful and ancient god named Beerus awakens after a long slumber, seeking a worthy opponent. His search leads him to Earth, where he hopes to find a Saiyan strong enough to challenge him. Goku and his friends must rise to the challenge and prepare for an extraordinary battle against a being of immense power, a conflict that could determine the fate of the universe.

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1

Beerus Awakens

The movie begins with Whis rousing Beerus, the God of Destruction, from his slumber. Beerus awakens to learn that Goku has defeated Frieza, a discovery that sparks his curiosity and sets the events of the film into motion.

2

Prophecy of the Super Saiyan God

Beerus reflects on a prophecy shared by an Oracle Fish thirty-nine years prior, foretelling the emergence of a powerful adversary known as the Super Saiyan God. Intrigued, Beerus decides to search for this formidable warrior, leading him to Goku.

3

Goku vs. Beerus

Upon arriving at King Kai's planet, Goku eagerly challenges Beerus to a battle. Despite his transformation into Super Saiyan 3, Goku is quickly overpowered, prompting a disheartened Beerus to continue his quest for a worthy opponent.

King Kai's planet
4

Bulma's Birthday Party

Meanwhile, on Earth, Bulma celebrates her birthday, but the festivities are interrupted by Beerus's unexpected arrival. Vegeta, understanding the potential danger that Beerus represents, humbles himself and invites Beerus to enjoy Earth's cuisine.

Earth
5

The Pilaf Gang's Mishap

During the birthday party, the Pilaf Gang attempts to steal the Dragon Balls but fails spectacularly. Their antics inadvertently injure Videl, leading Dende to discover she is pregnant with Gohan's child, adding a layer of tension to the celebration.

Earth
6

Buu's Pudding Incident

As the party continues, Beerus grows impatient when Majin Buu refuses to share his pudding. This results in a chaotic scene where Beerus unleashes his formidable power, easily defeating several Z Fighters who try to stop him, showcasing the extent of his might.

Earth
7

Vegeta's Rage

After Bulma chastises Beerus for his disruptive behavior, Vegeta, consumed by rage for the disrespect shown to his wife, transforms into Super Saiyan 2. However, his efforts to protect Earth prove futile as Beerus swiftly overcomes him once again.

Earth
8

Goku's Arrival

As Beerus prepares to destroy Earth for its disrespect, Goku arrives in desperation. He pleads with Beerus for more time to understand the Super Saiyan God and how to combat his overwhelming strength, which buys him a moment to gain insight.

Earth
9

Quest for Super Saiyan God

Using the Dragon Balls, the ancient dragon Shenron reveals that transforming into a Super Saiyan God requires six pure-hearted Saiyans working in unison. Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, Trunks, Goten, and the unborn child join forces to achieve this transformation.

10

Goku Transforms

The combined energies empower Goku, enabling him to reach the extraordinary heights of the Super Saiyan God form. With this newfound strength, he faces Beerus in an exhilarating battle that tests the limits of both combatants.

11

The Intensifying Battle

During the fierce confrontation, Goku showcases his Super Saiyan God form, standing up to Beerus's formidable attacks. However, the time limit of his transformation forces him to revert back to Super Saiyan, but he retains a glimpse of his godly power.

12

Goku's Determination

As exhaustion sets in, Goku reflects on the impact of his possible defeat on his loved ones and summons the strength to absorb Beerus's energy attack. This desperation allows him to momentarily regain his Super Saiyan God form, showcasing his tenacity.

13

Acknowledging Defeat

Ultimately, Goku succumbs to his exhaustion and acknowledges his defeat against the God of Destruction. This realization underscores the relentless power of Beerus and propels Goku's character development, emphasizing his limitations and aspirations.

14

Beerus's Respect

In a surprising turn, Beerus acknowledges Goku's spirit and strength, marking him as the second-strongest opponent he has encountered, surpassed only by his mentor, Whis. This moment solidifies a newfound respect between the two warriors.

15

A New Understanding

As Beerus departs, he reveals the existence of multiple universes, each watched over by its own God of Destruction. This revelation expands Goku's understanding of his world and hints at many adventures to come, ending the film on an intriguing note.

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