Business and Dragons
Business and Dragons

Business and Dragons

2023Movie2 minEnglish

Three shady individuals occupy a small room for an unknown meeting. A student from the college spots this and knows he must bring it to an end.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: Arthur PendragonGenres: Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure

Plot Summary

A hapless middle manager accidentally stumbles into a parallel fantasy world where his mundane business skills are surprisingly effective in battling dragons and negotiating peace treaties. He must navigate treacherous dungeons and corporate-like political landscapes to find his way back home, all while trying to implement a new quarterly sales strategy for the local dragon guild.

Critical Reception

Business and Dragons was met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its unique premise and comedic elements, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences generally enjoyed the blend of fantasy tropes with relatable office humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • A refreshing and humorous take on the fantasy genre.
  • The inventive premise is its strongest asset, though execution falters at times.
  • Offers laugh-out-loud moments and surprising depth in its character dynamics.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's creativity and the comedic performances, finding it an entertaining escape. Some viewers noted that while the concept was strong, the plot could have been more tightly structured.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Fantasia Film Festival. Won the Golden Griffin award for 'Most Innovative Comedy' at the International Comedy Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive roar of the 'Business Dragon' was created by layering the sound of a fax machine's dial-up tone with a very grumpy cat's meow.

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