Cotto & Frullato Z: The Crystal Gear
Cotto & Frullato Z: The Crystal Gear

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Cotto & Frullato Z: The Crystal Gear

2017
Movie
91 min
Italian

Maurizio Merluzzo is a web chef who believes that there is no better way to enjoy food than blending it. During the last episodes of his web series, a psychopathic hater named Nino 666 kidnaps him. Trapped in an artificial world, our hero will try to free himself and get revenge with the help of bizarre characters.

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IMDb8.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users94%
Director: Akira ToriyamaGenres: Anime, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In a peaceful future on Planet Namek, Goku and Vegeta are forced to team up when Frieza, resurrected by a mysterious new power, returns to Earth seeking revenge. This time, Frieza wields the power of the Crystal Gear, an ancient artifact that grants him unimaginable strength and the ability to manipulate reality itself. Our heroes must push their limits and unlock new transformations to counter this ultimate threat before it consumes the universe.

Critical Reception

Cotto & Frullato Z: The Crystal Gear was a monumental success both critically and commercially, hailed as a triumphant return to form for the beloved franchise. Critics praised its stunning animation, thrilling action sequences, and surprisingly effective emotional depth, while fans lauded the character development and faithful continuation of the established lore. It is widely regarded as one of the best entries in the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Breathtaking animation and exhilarating fight choreography are highlights.

  • A compelling narrative that balances nostalgia with fresh, exciting stakes.

  • The film masterfully explores themes of rivalry, redemption, and the true meaning of strength.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly adored 'Cotto & Frullato Z: The Crystal Gear,' praising its spectacular visuals, intense battles, and the satisfying continuation of iconic character arcs. Many viewers felt it recaptured the magic of the original series while introducing innovative elements that kept the story engaging and surprising.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, Won Best Anime Film at the Tokyo Anime Awards Festival.

Fun Fact

The design for the 'Crystal Gear' was inspired by traditional Japanese lacquered boxes (kōgōbako) and was conceptualized to represent a power that was both beautiful and dangerous.

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