Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight

Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight

2008Movie91 minEnglish

A barbarian woman with a miraculous blue crystal staff gains the help of a group of adventurers as an army of dragons invades the land of Krynn.

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IMDb5.2/10
Google Users45%
Director: Will MeugniotGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In the war-torn land of Krynn, a group of companions known as the Companions of Huma are scattered, and the evil draconians and their masters, the dragon highlords, rule supreme. Five friends, Tanis, Flint, Sturm, Caramon, and Raistlin, are reunited by fate and thrust into a perilous quest to find the legendary Dragon Orbs, powerful artifacts capable of controlling dragons. Their journey is fraught with danger, betrayal, and the struggle against overwhelming darkness.

Critical Reception

The animated film 'Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight' received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the attempt to adapt the beloved Dragonlance novels, many found the animation quality lacking and the storytelling rushed and disjointed. The film struggled to capture the depth and complexity of the source material, leading to disappointment among long-time fans.

What Reviewers Say

  • The animation style is considered dated and unappealing by many.
  • The plot is rushed, failing to do justice to the intricate source material.
  • Character development is superficial, making it hard for viewers to connect with the story.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a disappointing adaptation of the Dragonlance saga. While a few appreciated the effort to bring the books to animation, the consensus points to poor animation quality, a confusing and underdeveloped plot, and uninspired character portrayals as major drawbacks.

Fun Fact

The animation for 'Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight' was produced by a Korean studio, Greenlight Entertainment, which was also involved in producing animation for various children's television shows.

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