Brief Summary
In this episode of "Pokemon Gotta Watch Them All," Danny and his cast rewatch and rank "Pokemon Mewtwo Returns." They discuss initial impressions, the movie's synopsis, and various plot holes and inconsistencies. The group also talks about character motivations, animation quality, and the overall absurdity of the film. Ultimately, they rank it as the worst Pokemon movie so far.
- The movie is criticized for its nonsensical plot, inconsistent character behavior, and poor animation.
- The group discusses the illogical elements of the plot, such as the once-a-month bus and the strange properties of the purity lake.
- The episode includes a poll challenge where the cast picks their favorite Pokemon from the movie.
Intro
Danny welcomes viewers to another episode of "Pokemon Gotta Watch Them All," where he and his friends rewatch and rank the Pokemon movies. This week, they're covering "Pokemon Mewtwo Returns," a movie that supposedly enhances the understanding of "Pokemon: The First Movie." Danny acknowledges mixing up anime episodes with this movie due to its short length.
Initial Impressions
John expresses indifference towards "Pokemon Mewtwo Returns," noting it had Mewtwo and three puns he liked, including the "drying pan." He found the baby Pokemon cute but admitted to falling asleep frequently and resorting to playing video games while watching. Dante calls the movie "trash," comparing it unfavorably to "Teen Team Seven" from Naruto. He did laugh at Ash's absurd tackle and Brock's frying pan joke.
Synopsis and Voice Acting
The group begins with a synopsis of the movie, noting that it recaps Mewtwo's first movie, "Mewtwo Strikes Back." They point out that many of the voice actors have changed, including Mewtwo's, due to the original actor's death. The scientists' voices are also noticeably different.
Giovanni's Plot and Mewtwo's Depression
Giovanni is shown plotting to recapture Mewtwo, who is watching over the ocean with Pikachu. Mewtwo is portrayed as depressed, believing clones don't deserve to exist. The group discusses Mewtwo's character, noting his internal crisis but criticizing the nonsensical elements surrounding him.
Purity Canyon and the Plot
Ash, Brock, and Misty explore the Johto region and discover Purity Canyon, which has special water. They learn that the only way to get there is a bus that runs once a month. The group criticizes this premise, pointing out the existence of flying-type Pokemon.
The Frying Pan and Team Rocket
The trio tries to catch the bus, but it starts raining. Brock turns his frying pan into a drying pan. The group praises James' one-liners and suggests ranking the movies based on them. Team Rocket watches from above, wondering where the "twerps" are going.
The Bus and Luna's Cabin
The gang rolls down a hill and misses the bus. A girl named Luna invites them to stay at her cabin for a month. The bus is then hit by a typhoon and destroyed. The group questions the logic of a bus that only runs once a month.
Mewtwo's Intervention and the Boat Trip
Mewtwo fixes the bus after it's destroyed in the typhoon. The group discusses Luna's offer to stay at her cabin and the possibility of taking a boat down the river. They decide to take the boat the next day, but encounter bug-type Pokemon, causing them to turn back.
Climbing the Mountain and Mewtwo's Existential Crisis
The group decides to climb the mountain, but Luna says it's the highest in Johto. Mewtwo watches them and reflects on his existence as a clone. The group compares Mewtwo to an emo kid from 2007 and discusses his existential crisis.
The Travelers and Team Rocket's Interruption
Two travelers, Cullen and Domino, arrive at the cabin. Cullen wants to study the water, while Domino admires Luna. Team Rocket crashes the party and uses fireworks to distract everyone and capture Pikachu.
Domino's Reveal and the Glider
Luna reveals she is a mountain climber and goes after Team Rocket. Domino dodges a boulder and is revealed to be a Team Rocket agent. She uses a glider to reach Giovanni's ship.
Clone Pikachu and Giovanni's Arrival
Pikachu escapes the wire, and Team Rocket gets shocked. Clone Pikachu appears, and Mewtwo tells him it's not worth fighting. Giovanni arrives with his planes.
Clone Pikachu's Hatred and the Boat
Clone Pikachu expresses his hatred, and Pikachu tries to reason with him. The group discusses Clone Pikachu's resentment and Mewtwo's indecisiveness. The regular crew makes a boat out of a hollow tree to reach the island.
The Nidoqueen and Team Rocket's Attack
The group finds baby Rhyhorns and a baby Nidoqueen, which they find illogical. Team Rocket attacks with red lasers and captures the Pokemon with Master Balls. Mewtwo breaks the balls.
Mewtwo's Internal Conflict and the Capture
Mewtwo is conflicted about whether to help his creations. Team Rocket captures Ash and the crew with bracelets. Mewtwo decides to save his Pokemon.
The Baby Nidoqueen and Domino's Machines
Domino acknowledges the baby Nidoqueen. Team Rocket threatens the babies, and Mewtwo surrenders. Domino's machines capture Mewtwo.
Giovanni's Machines and the Water
Giovanni says Mewtwo can't do anything to machines, but Mewtwo destroys them. Giovanni reveals stronger machines. The group discusses Giovanni's strength and Domino's skills.
The Lake and Mewtwo's Rebirth
Ash and Brock carry Mewtwo to the lake. Mewtwo has memories from the first movie and is reborn. Giovanni arrives, and Mewtwo uses his power to change the time of day and teleport Team Rocket.
The Aftermath and the Promise
Colin and Luna find the water gone but have a sample. Mewtwo teleports everything underwater and wipes everyone's minds, except for Team Rocket. Ash promises to remember Mewtwo.
The Pikachu Balloon and the Ending
Mewtwo fixes Team Rocket's balloon and creates a Pikachu balloon. The group discusses the illogical appearance of the Pikachu balloon. The movie ends with talks of a mysterious Pokemon in a town.
Final Reflections and Ranking
The group reflects on the movie and ranks it as the worst Pokemon movie so far. They discuss Brock's inappropriate line to Domino and express interest in seeing more of Giovanni's strength and Domino's skills.
Pokemon Poll Challenge
The group announces the results of the previous poll and starts the poll challenge for this episode. John picks baby Nidoqueen, Danny picks Dugong, Dante picks Persian, Kenai picks Bulbasaur, and Chris picks Gyarados.
Wrap-up
Danny thanks viewers for watching and announces that next week's movie will be "Pokemon Heroes." He encourages viewers to like, comment, and subscribe.
