Brief Summary
In this episode of "Gotta Watch Them All," the podcast team reviews and ranks the Pokémon movies "White—Victini and Zekrom" and "Black—Victini and Reshiram." The team discusses the animation, plot, and characters, ultimately placing it at the bottom of their list. They also discuss the weekly poll challenge, where listeners can vote for their favorite Pokémon from the movie.
- The team reviews "White—Victini and Zekrom" and "Black—Victini and Reshiram," criticizing the plot and characters.
- They discuss the animation and effects, noting some positive aspects but overall finding the movies lacking.
- The episode includes a poll challenge where listeners can vote for their favorite Pokémon from the movie.
Intro
The podcast team, consisting of Danny, Connor, Sherry, and Jonathan, introduces the episode and welcomes back listeners. They mention that they will be reviewing the Pokémon movies "White—Victini and Zekrom" and "Black—Victini and Reshiram" and ranking them on their list.
Connor's Experience
Connor expresses his dislike for Gen 5 and shares his frustrating experience of trying to watch both movies simultaneously. He describes how the movies were slightly different in length and how he encountered technical difficulties while trying to sync them.
Synopsis and Initial Thoughts
The team discusses their individual experiences watching the movies, with some focusing on "White" and others on "Black." Sherry explains that she watched "White" because she prefers Zekrom. She also mentions that she will be providing the synopsis from the perspective of watching "White," noting that details are flipped in "Black." The team praises the animation quality but expresses disappointment with the storyline.
Synopsis Begins: Intro and Setting
The synopsis begins with Ash, Iris, and Cilan traveling through the Unova region. They arrive at a fork in the road, which differs slightly between the "White" and "Black" versions. The team discusses the concept of truth and ideals, which are central to the Gen 5 storyline, and find them less compelling than previous Pokémon themes.
Damon's Story and Reshiram/Zekrom
The synopsis continues with the introduction of Damon, a character who seeks to revive a lost land. In "White," Damon encounters a Blitzle with a broken leg and helps it. The team discusses the differences between the "White" and "Black" versions, such as the Pokémon Damon encounters and the environments they are in. Damon is saved by Reshiram, who uses Fusion Flare to stop the stampede.
Katy Perry's Electric Song
The team briefly discusses Katy Perry's song "Electric," which was made for the Pokémon franchise. They express mixed feelings about the song and its music video, wishing it had a stronger connection to the Pokémon world.
Arrival at Eindoak Town and Meeting Victini
Ash and his friends arrive in Eindoak Town, a mountain town hosting a harvest festival. They encounter a Deerling that is saved by Ash with Victini's help. The team discusses the new characters, including Iris and Cilan, and compares them to previous companions like Brock.
Exploring the Cave and Meeting Victini
Ash and Pikachu explore a cave where they encounter Victini. Victini helps Ash find his way out of the cave, leading him to a secret staircase that emerges in the village. The team discusses the castle in town, known as the Sword of the Vale, and its mysterious origins.
Festival and Tournament
The gang stops to eat macarons, and Victini tries to eat some as well. Fireworks go off, and Ash tries to run after them. The team discusses the idea of creating a YouTube series with alternate endings for Pokémon movies. They then register for a competition.
Meeting Damon and the Shiny Golurk
Damon offers to show Ash and his friends around town. They encounter various Pokémon, including a shiny Golurk (in "Black"). The team discusses the Reuniclus line and their appreciation for Golurk, noting its ability to fly in the games.
Team Rocket and the Victini Charm
The gang encounters a merchant selling Victini charms. Team Rocket observes from above, but they have no significant role in the movie. The team discusses Team Rocket's lack of purpose in the film and their general irrelevance in the later movies.
Mayor Mannes and the Battle Tournament
Mayor Mannes gives a speech and introduces a battle tournament. The team discusses the tournament rules, where participants receive a necklace and are eliminated if they lose. They express disappointment that the tournament's winner is never declared.
Tournament Battles Begin
The tournament begins with hype music that the team finds disappointing. Iris battles with Emolga, Cilan with Pansage, and Ash with Oshawott. The team discusses the animation quality of the battles and the inconsistencies in the power levels of the Pokémon.
Tepig vs. Samurott and Victini's Power
Ash's Tepig battles against a Samurott. Tepig is initially defeated, but Victini gives it power, allowing it to win. The team discusses the theme of baby Pokémon defeating fully evolved ones and the questionable use of Victini's power.
Scraggy vs. Hydreigon and Accidental Cheating
Scraggy battles against a Hydreigon, with Victini secretly helping Scraggy. The team discusses Ash accidentally cheating and the girl with the Hydreigon not being upset about it. Ash realizes that Victini has been helping him and shares a macaron with it.
Befriending Victini and the Barrier
Ash befriends Victini, and the gang celebrates. However, Victini runs into an invisible barrier, scaring it. The team discusses the lore of catching Victini in the games and the challenges of befriending it.
Damon's Plan and the Sword of the Vale
Damon reveals his plan to use Victini's power to move the castle back to its original location. The team discusses whether Damon is a villain or simply misguided, and they debate the logic of his plan.
Lore of the Kingdom of the Vale
Juanita and Mannes explain the history of the Kingdom of the Vale, which was powered by the Dragon Force. The kingdom had two princes who fought, causing the Dragon Force to become chaotic. The king used Victini's power to move the castle and create a barrier, trapping Victini inside.
Reshiram Chooses Damon
Damon finds the White Stone, and Reshiram chooses him, recognizing his pure heart. The team discusses the concept of truth and ideals and how they are portrayed in the movie.
Damon Moves the Castle
Damon uses Victini's power to move the castle, causing it to rise into the air. Victini is injured, and Ash tries to stop Damon. Reshiram defends Damon, and Golurk battles against Reshiram.
Ash and Zekrom vs. Reshiram
Ash is captured, but Pikachu breaks free and attacks Reuniclus. Reshiram attacks, but Golurk intervenes. Ash is saved by Zekrom, and they battle against Reshiram.
The Dragon Force and the Sword
The two dragons stop fighting and realize the danger of the Dragon Force. They urge Damon to use the Sword of the Vale to quell the rage of the beast. The Dragon Force engulfs the castle, and the barrier pillars malfunction.
Ascent into Space and Victini's Sacrifice
The castle ascends into space, and Ash and Victini are trapped inside. Victini sacrifices itself to break the barrier, allowing Ash to escape. The team discusses the lack of oxygen in space and the inconsistencies in the movie's plot.
Planting the Sword and the Ending
The dragons and Golurk push the Sword of the Vale back to Earth, planting it near the ocean. Victini reappears, and the Dragon Force is quelled. Damon apologizes, and the two dragons fly away. The team discusses the boring credits and the overall disappointing ending.
Final Thoughts and Ranking
The team shares their final thoughts on the movie, expressing disappointment with the plot, pacing, and characters. They rank it as the worst Pokémon movie on their list, placing it below "Mewtwo Returns."
Cani's Reaction
The team calls Cani to get his reaction to the ranking. Cani expresses his strong dislike for the movie and agrees with the team's decision to place it at the bottom of the list.
Poll Challenge
The team announces the Pokémon for this week's poll challenge: Tapig, Reuniclus, Victini, Golurk, Crocodile, and Braviary. Listeners can vote for their favorite Pokémon in the CGDannyB community Discord. The team also announces the results of the previous poll challenge.
Outro
The team thanks the listeners for watching and promotes their social media channels. They announce that next week's episode will cover "Kyurem vs. The Sword of Justice."
