DragonHeart: A New Beginning
DragonHeart: A New Beginning

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DragonHeart: A New Beginning

2000
Movie
84 min
English

When Geoff, an orphaned stable boy (Chris Masterson), discovers Drake (voice of Robby Benson), the world's last living dragon, he realizes that his dream of becoming a knight in shining armor can now come true. Together, they soon face challenges that turn them into heroes. But caught up in the excitement of their new lives, Geoff and Drake fail to see the hidden dangers that surround them.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Doug LeflerGenres: Fantasy, Adventure, Action

Plot Summary

In a medieval world where dragons are believed to be extinct, a young blacksmith named Bowen discovers a dragon egg. He raises the dragon, Drago, in secret. As they grow, they become embroiled in a conflict with a tyrannical king and his sorcerer, who seek to control the land and hunt down any remaining dragons. Bowen and Drago must band together to protect the innocent and restore peace.

Critical Reception

DragonHeart: A New Beginning was a direct-to-video release and received generally negative reviews from critics and audiences. It is often criticized for its low budget, uninspired plot, and subpar special effects compared to its predecessor. The film failed to capture the magic and critical success of the original.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the charm and spectacle of the original film.

  • Special effects are noticeably dated and unconvincing.

  • The story is derivative and predictable, failing to engage viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for this sequel is generally poor, with many viewers expressing disappointment in its production quality and storytelling compared to the first movie. It's often viewed as a weak attempt to capitalize on the original's success.

Fun Fact

Unlike the first film which featured a fully CGI dragon, the dragon in 'DragonHeart: A New Beginning' was primarily realized through puppetry and animatronics, with CGI used more sparingly.

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Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**A shame.** If “Dragonheart” managed to make an impact and assert itself as an iconic epic adventure, the same cannot be said of its sequels. In the review I wrote for the initial film, I spoke a little about its popularity and impact… ...

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