How To Train Your Dragon

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This loosely based adaptation, from the children's book series of the same title written by Cressida Cowell, follows Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III in a mythical viking island called Berk. The greatest threat to Berk is the pests-the dragon's. Hiccup aspires to be like his the dad, Stoick the Vast-the leader of the village, and defeat dragons. He manages to take down the dreaded Night Fury. When he is face with a decision to kill the dragon, or release it, he chooses to release it. He names the dragon Toothless, and this begins their strange friendship surrounded by a society that views dragons as dangerous enemies.

This film was directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders. I can't say how close this film is, or isn't, to the children's novels because I haven't read them. This animated film has great animated effects. It's still being used to show television improvements with high definition. Using various elements, fire, air, water, to create the powers of the dragon's was brilliant. It made the dragon's much more believable. The story is the basic idea of a rebel fighting for what he believe's in. It's predictable, but it's still heartfelt. The main character, Hiccup, and his father, Stoick, have a great relationship that carries the movie very well. They had several species of dragons used, and some that were mentioned but not used. Using all these highly individualized dragons adds to the unique feel of the film. Watching this film in 3D really made the background stand out beautifully.

The voice acting in this film is great. Although, watching the bonus features the actors really let their looks go during the voicing of the character. Jay Baruchel's hair was insane. Anyway, Jay Baruchel played the leading role of Hiccup. He was great in creating this rebellious character full of heart. Gerard Butler played the voice of Stoick the Vast. He is great voicing this character with so much power and the viking accent. He was almost unrecognizable in this role. Craig Ferguson, Gobber the Belch, is great in this larger than life character. He adds in lots of humour. America Ferrera, Astrid Hofferson, was great in this general role of the female sidekick. She gives Hiccup his courage during this film.

I give this film 5 out of 5 stars! This story is somewhat predictable, but it's full of heart. It's a great family film that celebrates individuality.


Answer to last blog: Steven Lisberger directed the original TRON film in 1982.

Que: What other film did directors Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders direct together?

Mulan
Shrek
Kung Fu Panda
Lilo and Stitch