I wonder if the term viral became negative in the 2050s instead of a more positive term now because of 2020 🤔 Also I had no idea that Jordan from Holiday in the Sun was in this.
14 Reviews
Meh - but excited for the Mammoth Club Podcast Review
baileyanneking29 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
Recently listened to the review of The Zequel on Mammoth Club, and thought I would watch Z3 for the heck of it.
This story is wild and a BIG jump from the first two. You got goddesses, magic dreams, moon colonization that is really just an extra large bouncy castle, has-been rockstars, Niel Armstrong??, the meteorological destruction of earth, and like 17 other plots all rolled up into one. I'm surprised I followed this when I saw it at 8, and I'm not sure if I did today as an adult either. I think what really made it feel different was they didn't spend any time in the space station, not that that matters, it just felt like this one was a big divergence from the Zenon formula. Also not sure if I should care since this is a 20 year old DCOM though...
I gave it a 5 out of 10, and probably would have scored it lower if the nostalgia factor did not set in while watching it. I'm really just upset the recasted Proto Zoa. That is a real travesty.
This story is wild and a BIG jump from the first two. You got goddesses, magic dreams, moon colonization that is really just an extra large bouncy castle, has-been rockstars, Niel Armstrong??, the meteorological destruction of earth, and like 17 other plots all rolled up into one. I'm surprised I followed this when I saw it at 8, and I'm not sure if I did today as an adult either. I think what really made it feel different was they didn't spend any time in the space station, not that that matters, it just felt like this one was a big divergence from the Zenon formula. Also not sure if I should care since this is a 20 year old DCOM though...
I gave it a 5 out of 10, and probably would have scored it lower if the nostalgia factor did not set in while watching it. I'm really just upset the recasted Proto Zoa. That is a real travesty.
Teen space adventure with soft coming-of-age themes.
RosanaBotafogo17 December 2022
As Zenon (Kirsten Storms) prepares for an important competition, an activist seeks his help on a mission to stop the colonization of the moon. Zenon Kar, a teenager living on a space station in the year 2054, competes in the first ever Galactic Teen Supreme contest.
Teen space adventure with soft coming-of-age themes.
Despite being the most boring of the entire trilogy, it was what entertained me the most, I have a captivating crush on films of dubious quality that are extremely simple, in short and hypocrisy, but it's so cute, cuddly, those childish ones with a worthwhile moral lesson waste time...
Teen space adventure with soft coming-of-age themes.
Despite being the most boring of the entire trilogy, it was what entertained me the most, I have a captivating crush on films of dubious quality that are extremely simple, in short and hypocrisy, but it's so cute, cuddly, those childish ones with a worthwhile moral lesson waste time...
A fun film
lawandordergirl7313 July 2004
I have loved the Zenon movies since the beginning. As a big fan of Kirsten Storms I've made sure not to miss them, but also to carefully scrutinize them. While this movie spent a lot of time trying to send a positive message, it still kept the same feel of adventure as in the other Zenon movies. The storyline definitely had some flaws, but all things considered it was one of Disney Channel's better films. I was nervous about how the movie would turn out as it has been a good amount of time since the last Zenon installment, but I did not feel that the age increase proved to be a problem. I enjoyed the movie and I do hope that a fourth installment will come in the future; however, viewers should not look for an Oscar nominated performance.
A disappointment.
the_gelatinous_wolf12 June 2004
The first Zenon was novel and cute, and had meaningful plot line with quirky characters and a happy, Disney ending. The second wasn't nearly as good, with a less original plot and more attention spent on special effects (the aliens) than plot details. After the second Zenon, I never planned on having to sit through another disappointing remake on an originally perky and fun theme.
Sequels CAN be good, as Toy Story 2 showed us. However, each movie in the Zenon series has gotten progressively worse. Z3 has yet another unimaginative plot, with insignificant details and more flashy outfits and scenes than characters. There are only seven characters of even remote significance, and the plot would have been no different if it were compressed to three. The only reason Aunt Judy, Commander Plank, or Proto Zoa, three crucial characters in Z1, were inserted was for the "remembrance factor." Zenon's parents, who were also critical to the plot of Z1, are not even mentioned. Even Nebula, Zenon's best friend, appears less times than can be counted on one hand. The changing of actors for the same character which was sad and very noticeable in Z2 has happened in Z3, with a new Proto Zoa.
The storyline of Z3 leaves much to be desired as well. The plot of Z3 is frighteningly similar to Z2, with some kind of weird force trying to contact Zenon. This time, though, there is no explanation as to why the force is calling her in particular, or even what the force really is and how it has the power to do what it does. In addition, the villain of this movie is not nearly as sinister as Wyndom, having no clear motive or even an immediate effect on Zenon herself-- yet Zenon willingly takes on trying to foil his scheme.
The issue of the character Bronley also completely defeats me. It's obvious from the beginning he's going to end up as someone's love interest. However, his real role in the movie is nonexistent. When we first really get a glimpse of the character, he turns out to be an enemy of Zenon, and you begin to think that maybe there's some kind of hidden alliance between him and the real villain. But don't get your hopes up.
I could continue, but it isn't even worth it for such a disappointment of a movie. Watch the original Zenon, but don't even bother with either of the sequels.
Sequels CAN be good, as Toy Story 2 showed us. However, each movie in the Zenon series has gotten progressively worse. Z3 has yet another unimaginative plot, with insignificant details and more flashy outfits and scenes than characters. There are only seven characters of even remote significance, and the plot would have been no different if it were compressed to three. The only reason Aunt Judy, Commander Plank, or Proto Zoa, three crucial characters in Z1, were inserted was for the "remembrance factor." Zenon's parents, who were also critical to the plot of Z1, are not even mentioned. Even Nebula, Zenon's best friend, appears less times than can be counted on one hand. The changing of actors for the same character which was sad and very noticeable in Z2 has happened in Z3, with a new Proto Zoa.
The storyline of Z3 leaves much to be desired as well. The plot of Z3 is frighteningly similar to Z2, with some kind of weird force trying to contact Zenon. This time, though, there is no explanation as to why the force is calling her in particular, or even what the force really is and how it has the power to do what it does. In addition, the villain of this movie is not nearly as sinister as Wyndom, having no clear motive or even an immediate effect on Zenon herself-- yet Zenon willingly takes on trying to foil his scheme.
The issue of the character Bronley also completely defeats me. It's obvious from the beginning he's going to end up as someone's love interest. However, his real role in the movie is nonexistent. When we first really get a glimpse of the character, he turns out to be an enemy of Zenon, and you begin to think that maybe there's some kind of hidden alliance between him and the real villain. But don't get your hopes up.
I could continue, but it isn't even worth it for such a disappointment of a movie. Watch the original Zenon, but don't even bother with either of the sequels.
Worst of the three
idonotexist12 June 2004
I never realized that tonight must have been the premiere of this. So how does this 3rd installment, 5 years after the original fares up.
To me, it has taken a downward spiral.. The original movie was fun in a witty way. This one degenerates quickly to a love teeny story with some rather weak made for the film music. The whole movie feels like an episode taken out of some series than a stand alone movie. The cast has been exaggerated badly and they are simply trying too hard. Camera wise, it also feel like a series. There is no depth, no angles.. just straight shifting of the views. The gadgets they use are annoying. Disney never really progressed the idea at all. However, unlike the 2nd one, this is a wild shot and i hope the last of Zenon.
3/10
Because they really failed with this one. Watch a rerun of the original (which you notice they never air so you cannot compare how bad the other 2 really are!).
To me, it has taken a downward spiral.. The original movie was fun in a witty way. This one degenerates quickly to a love teeny story with some rather weak made for the film music. The whole movie feels like an episode taken out of some series than a stand alone movie. The cast has been exaggerated badly and they are simply trying too hard. Camera wise, it also feel like a series. There is no depth, no angles.. just straight shifting of the views. The gadgets they use are annoying. Disney never really progressed the idea at all. However, unlike the 2nd one, this is a wild shot and i hope the last of Zenon.
3/10
Because they really failed with this one. Watch a rerun of the original (which you notice they never air so you cannot compare how bad the other 2 really are!).
A very cute movie!
spaceygurl17 June 2004
I enjoyed this movie! The Zenon series is very cute, with exciting events in each one. This Zenon Z3 was my favorite. The cast was very good, with Zenon pulling off another excellent performance. Margie and Cassie were good. It was fun for Raven to make a special appearance.
The new Proto Zoa was FABULOUS! He was entertaining and performed well. Cosmic Blush gave an excellent performance and had a great voice.
The new character, Dasha, was very cute. I thought she was energetic and made the movie entertaining. She brought youth back to the movie series for younger kids that enjoy DisneyChannel. She did a great job for her first performance!
The new Proto Zoa was FABULOUS! He was entertaining and performed well. Cosmic Blush gave an excellent performance and had a great voice.
The new character, Dasha, was very cute. I thought she was energetic and made the movie entertaining. She brought youth back to the movie series for younger kids that enjoy DisneyChannel. She did a great job for her first performance!
a real drag
theguys120 July 2004
Ya know how there's one good movie that shows in theaters or on TV and after that it seems like the end of it? Well, sometimes that's not the story. The first Zenon was fantastic, and the second one was a little questionable, but c'mon people, there was no reason to make a third movie that was going to suck! Raven wasn't playing Nebula in the second one, but when they bring her back for the third movie, she's hardly in it. And it gets a little too predictable when at the end of the movie, Zenon saves the day and she's the hero of the world. BORING! Personally, this movie really annoyed me and I was disgusted by it. Just see the first two Zenon movies, they're worth watching. Watching the third one is just a waste of your time.
An "Out Of This World" fun and colorful movie.
Z-Protector18 June 2004
Zenon is back, only this time with a new upcoming star, Alyson Morgan (Dasha). Being an average person that enjoys shows that are made for families, I must say the Zenon movies are very enjoyable to watch. One of the best parts of this movie was the intro to Dasha. Dasha being played as a 10 year old, really should have been closer to 12, played the part excellent. She had the "popping and bounce" as the Zenon in the first movie. So it went hand in hand. The movie as a whole had me dreaming of being young again. While watching the movie, you can tell the actors/actresses really enjoy their acting. This is a non-stop comedy and action packed movie that I highly recommend to any family. Just my 2 cents worth.
Great!
BethieBelle23 June 2004
I have seen this movie and in my personal opinion, I liked it better than the other two. Sure, it had it's down moments... but if Zenon acted the same way she did when she was 13 then it wouldn't have been realistic. Kirsten Storms kept Zenon's ditzy nature through out the entire movie, but she has matured, so her role did as well. The plot was unrealistic, but much better than The Zequel. It was a great movie, with catchy phrases that will replay over and over in your mind... as from the other two. The new characters were believable, as were the old ones. The romance wasn't overwhelming, but just enough to keep teen girls interested and little kids from getting bored with the mushy love stuff.
The directors focused hard on keeping the childish, soft heart and fun feel to the movie while at the same time showing that Zenon isn't perfect and most certainly has grown up. I would recommend this movie to fans of anyone in the cast, to pre-teen and teen girls and younger kids, male or female. I've heard only good reviews from 18 year old girls down to 10 year old boys. It's a healthy family movie... Just don't force your He-man, chick flick hating guy to watch it. It will bore him and annoy him to death.
The directors focused hard on keeping the childish, soft heart and fun feel to the movie while at the same time showing that Zenon isn't perfect and most certainly has grown up. I would recommend this movie to fans of anyone in the cast, to pre-teen and teen girls and younger kids, male or female. I've heard only good reviews from 18 year old girls down to 10 year old boys. It's a healthy family movie... Just don't force your He-man, chick flick hating guy to watch it. It will bore him and annoy him to death.
Vega Omega - I like this movie!
yaara100031 January 2005
I am a big fan of the first movie - "Zenon girl of the 21-st century", and after watching the first sequel I thought to myself that they ruined the whole story and the illusion, I saw this movie because there was nothing else to see on TV, and I'm glad I did, because this movie brought back my admiration to this story. The character of Dasha is great, and really adds to the movie... The best thing of the 3 movies is the special futuristic language. My favorite line is "Vega Omega", as you can tell, and "Stellar". The producers of this movie are geniuses. They have managed to create a perfect futuristic world, very similar to our world nowadays, but still with the cool outfits and language. May there be more movies like this one...
Not that bad...
Panthor14 June 2004
After reading some other reviews about this movie I thought I would contribute a little of my own to hopefully give it a little more respect as it should be entitled to. It's not all that bad of a movie assuming you keep a few factors in mind while watching it... although, it would have been much better if they would have been able to get the same actor who played Proto Zoa from the firs two movies to reprise his role in this 3rd addition to the series.
Anyway, if you watch it in terms of it being a "game" it's a fun movie to watch and enjoy. The way Disney Channel premiered it and aired it for the 3rd time the next night were probably the only good showings of it they will do. Just airing it as a plain movie won't be all that special or much fun in other words. If you saw the premier than you knew that this movie comes with a fun twist -- it has 50 hidden "Z's" scattered throughout the movie in which as you watch it you can try and locate them yourself. Some of them are quite difficult to see while many of them are extremely easy (true). So, if you were clever enough to record both the original premier and the Saturday night encore of it you've got the best 2 showings of the movie ever and 2 versions of the movie that you would be able to watch again and again if you feel like watching a movie just for pure fun and even to make a game out of it!
If Disney does do yet another Zenon movie (Zenon 4) hopefully they will learn from this last 2 movies and make sure that they at least get ALL the original cast members and come up with a decent script for a MOVIE and just a script for an hour long TV show (which is probably all that Zenon Z3 is without the commercials... unfortunately).
Anyway, if you watch it in terms of it being a "game" it's a fun movie to watch and enjoy. The way Disney Channel premiered it and aired it for the 3rd time the next night were probably the only good showings of it they will do. Just airing it as a plain movie won't be all that special or much fun in other words. If you saw the premier than you knew that this movie comes with a fun twist -- it has 50 hidden "Z's" scattered throughout the movie in which as you watch it you can try and locate them yourself. Some of them are quite difficult to see while many of them are extremely easy (true). So, if you were clever enough to record both the original premier and the Saturday night encore of it you've got the best 2 showings of the movie ever and 2 versions of the movie that you would be able to watch again and again if you feel like watching a movie just for pure fun and even to make a game out of it!
If Disney does do yet another Zenon movie (Zenon 4) hopefully they will learn from this last 2 movies and make sure that they at least get ALL the original cast members and come up with a decent script for a MOVIE and just a script for an hour long TV show (which is probably all that Zenon Z3 is without the commercials... unfortunately).
Not the Best
frodolover45622 June 2004
When I saw Zenon Z3 I Loved Zenon again. But it wasn't The BEST out of the three Zenon Movies. There were some disappointments in the movie but there were some Good things about the movie. Like I loved the character Dasha I loved the Actor and the character. But some things i didn't like about the movie was like they only put Nebula (Raven) in two scenes. Or Margie was a bit different.
But All though there were tiny mistakes I still thought it was a cute little movie but it wasn't the best movie I think Tru Confessoins and Halloweentown were Better than this movie. But like I said before Disney Should just stop trying.
But All though there were tiny mistakes I still thought it was a cute little movie but it wasn't the best movie I think Tru Confessoins and Halloweentown were Better than this movie. But like I said before Disney Should just stop trying.
It's a great addition to the Zenon series!
nmbenham30 June 2004
It's a great addition to the Zenon series!
I'm sorry if people don't like the new Proto Zoa. I like Nathan Anderson as Proto Zoa better than Phillip Rhys. Both men do a wonderful job, but Nathan seems to be friendlier than Phillip. I feel they should use both men in the 4th Zenon show. Should there be a 4th. Phillip as Proto Zoa and Nathan as his cousin or brother.
It would be great for Disney to have both men sing some new songs together on the 4th show. After all, both men deserve to be praised for their performances as Proto Zoa. Nathan and Phillip both did very well. I just like Nathan better.
I'm sorry if people don't like the new Proto Zoa. I like Nathan Anderson as Proto Zoa better than Phillip Rhys. Both men do a wonderful job, but Nathan seems to be friendlier than Phillip. I feel they should use both men in the 4th Zenon show. Should there be a 4th. Phillip as Proto Zoa and Nathan as his cousin or brother.
It would be great for Disney to have both men sing some new songs together on the 4th show. After all, both men deserve to be praised for their performances as Proto Zoa. Nathan and Phillip both did very well. I just like Nathan better.
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