TLDR;
This video discusses the first Digimon Adventure movie, which is essentially the prequel to the Digimon Adventure series. It explores the origins of Tai and Kari's relationship with their Digimon partner, Coromon, and the initial battle against Paramount. The video also compares the differences between the original Japanese version and the English dub, highlighting changes in dialogue, music, and overall tone.
- The movie serves as a pilot episode, showcasing the initial encounter between Tai, Kari, and Coromon.
- Differences between the Japanese and English versions are highlighted, including changes in dialogue, music, and tone.
- The video touches on the consistency of character traits, such as Kari's whistle and her connection to Coromon.
Intro [0:00]
The video introduces the topic of the first Digimon Adventure movie, which is a prequel to the series. It was originally a standalone Japanese movie, later adapted into the first third of the English Digimon movie. The hosts aim to discuss the short film, acknowledging its role as an unaired pilot and addressing the differences between the Japanese and English versions.
Beginning [1:45]
The movie starts with Paramount causing destruction, followed by a narration about meeting Digital Monsters. The English dub adds narration by Kari, while the original Japanese version has minimal narration. The scene transitions to Tai noticing Kari staring at his dad's computer, which is displaying strange activity. An egg emerges from the computer, setting the stage for the arrival of their Digimon partner.
The Egg [4:22]
The next morning, Tai and Kari are left alone, and Kari is seen with the egg. Tai cooks breakfast, creating a humorous moment about whether he would cook the egg. Kari communicates through whistles, and the egg rolls around until it hatches into Botamon. Botamon interacts with Tai and Kari, blowing bubbles that float out the window and are noticed by people in the city.
Coromon [8:12]
The scene cuts to Tai and Kari wondering what to do with Botamon. Kari wants to keep it, but Tai is hesitant. The phone rings, producing static and flashing lights, indicating the presence of digital phenomena. Botamon digivolves into Coromon, who starts eating, much to the displeasure of the cat, Miko. Coromon and Miko chase each other around the room, leading to comical situations.
Family [10:57]
Later, their mom comes home and finds Kari talking to Coromon. Tai hears Coromon speak, confirming that it can talk. Coromon shows friendship, and the family starts to accept its presence. That night, Kari tries to get Tai's attention, and Coromon appears scared, leading to another digivolution.
Agumon [13:17]
Tai's dad comes home drunk, trying to enter their room, but Tai prevents him from seeing Agumon, who has grown large and broken the bunk bed. Agumon smashes through the window and jumps off the balcony with Kari on his back. Tai follows them, and his mom doesn't stop him. Agumon and Kari walk around, and Kari asks why Agumon doesn't talk anymore.
Greymon [16:51]
Agumon smashes soda cans, and Kari picks them up. Agumon saves Kari from a truck and then attacks it. Helicopters appear, and Tai uses Agumon's pepper breath to attract them. A giant egg appears in the sky, and Paramount emerges from it.
Battle [19:14]
Paramount starts destroying the city, and people take notice. Agumon attacks Paramount, but Kari tries to stop him. Paramount uses its Sonic Destroyer, causing destruction. Agumon digivolves into Greymon to protect Tai and Kari from falling rubble.
Climax [21:31]
Greymon fights Paramount, and the battle is more intense in the English dub due to the music and sound effects. Greymon throws Paramount into the air and rips off a chunk of its jaw. Paramount uses its Sonic Destroyer again, but Greymon prevails.
Ending [24:26]
After the battle, Greymon and Paramount disappear, leaving the city in ruins. Tai and Kari call out for Coromon. In the Japanese version, Tai hugs Greymon, while the English version connects the story to the next one. The video concludes by praising the movie's consistency with the series and the quality of the English dub's production.