Brief Summary
The Lost in Translationmon podcast returns with Mate, Quinn, and Chloe to discuss the new Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning movie. They share their personal experiences, highlights, and lowlights of the movie, touching on the dub vs. sub debate, character development, and unexpected plot elements. They also discuss the movie's broader implications for the Digimon franchise and its relationship with its fanbase.
- The hosts discuss the Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning movie, sharing their highlights, lowlights, and overall thoughts.
- They touch on the dub vs. sub debate, character development, and unexpected plot elements.
- The hosts also discuss the movie's broader implications for the Digimon franchise and its relationship with its fanbase.
Intro and Catching Up
The podcast begins with introductions from the hosts, Mate, Quinn, and Chloe, who are excited to discuss the newly released Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning movie. They acknowledge it's been a while since their last recording due to the conclusion of Digimon Ghost Game. The hosts share updates on their lives, including career changes and personal interests, such as Chloe's deep dive into the One Piece manga.
Dub vs. Sub and Initial Impressions
The hosts discuss whether they watched the dub or sub version of the movie. Quinn and Mate watched the dub, while Chloe, who read a synopsis, didn't see the movie. They note differences in the dub, such as name changes (Heighten View Terrace instead of HikariδΈ) and Yoli's catchphrase being "Bingo" instead of "Perfecto." The hosts agree that the removal of dubbisms was noticeable.
Highlights of the Movie
The hosts discuss the highlights of the movie, including Big Ukon's design, which Quinn jokingly compares to "bottom growth." They also mention the darker themes, such as Lou's abusive upbringing, which was unexpected but well-executed. The hosts praise the movie for evoking strong emotions and dealing with real-life trauma. Other highlights include Yoli's diehard shipper tendencies and the acknowledgment that Digimon exist in the movie's world.
Lowlights and Criticisms
The hosts discuss their lowlights of the movie, including the unnecessary replacement of Digivices with cell phones. They also criticize the plot point of Ukon and Lou claiming to be the first partnership, which contradicts established Digimon lore. Mate expresses disappointment that the movie focuses more on Lou's story than the 02 kids.
Miscellaneous Thoughts and No Armor Evolution
The hosts share miscellaneous thoughts about the movie, such as the lack of new evolutions for Patamon and the absence of armor evolution. They also note that some characters, like Iori and Tailmon, had minimal dialogue. The hosts discuss the implications of everyone in the world potentially having a Digimon and the logistical challenges it would pose.
Favorite Characters and Ratings
The hosts reveal their favorite characters from the movie. Mate surprisingly chooses Davis, while Quinn picks Lou. Chloe, who hasn't seen the movie, guesses she would have liked Ukon. The hosts then give their ratings for the movie, with Mate giving it a 9 out of 10 and Quinn an 8 out of 10.
The Epilogue and Final Thoughts
The hosts discuss the movie's connection to the Digimon Adventure 02 epilogue and its implications for the characters' futures. They critique the epilogue's portrayal of some characters, such as Yoli and Sora. The hosts express mixed feelings about Lou's inclusion in the movie and whether it would have been better to focus solely on the 02 kids.
Community Engagement and Closing Remarks
The hosts encourage listeners to engage with the podcast by leaving comments, joining the Discord server, and supporting them on Patreon. They thank their current patrons and mention other Digimon-related content they may cover in the future, such as Digimon Seekers and Digimon Survive. The hosts apologize for any rambling or tangents during the episode and thank listeners for tuning in.
