How to Train Our Dragon
How to Train Our Dragon

Movie spotlight

How to Train Our Dragon

2018
Movie
100 min
Mandarin

Dragon Lee struggles with living with his five beautiful, talented, and incredibly strict older sisters. With the transfer of a new girl, Meng, to his class, Dragon decides to trick Meng into becoming his girlfriend, so he can escape the control of his sisters. With this new threat, his sisters set up traps and challenges to try and break up the young couple, but Meng and Dragon grow closer as they head face-on and overcome each challenge together.

Insights

IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes99%
Metacritic75
Google Users94%
Director: Chris Sanders, Dean DeBloisGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Hiccup, a young Viking who dreams of becoming a dragon trainer, defies his tribe's traditions when he befriends a dragon he names Toothless. He must prove that dragons and humans can coexist, challenging the established order of his village. As Hiccup and Toothless bond, they face the ultimate test of their friendship and courage against a common enemy.

Critical Reception

How to Train Your Dragon was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its stunning animation, heartfelt story, thrilling action sequences, and strong voice performances. It was particularly lauded for its emotional depth and its departure from typical children's film tropes, resonating with both younger audiences and adults.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning animation brings the world of dragons to life.

  • A heartwarming and emotionally resonant story with broad appeal.

  • Action-packed sequences are thrilling and well-executed.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved How to Train Your Dragon, praising its beautiful animation, captivating story, and engaging characters. Many highlighted the film's emotional impact and its satisfying conclusion, making it a family favorite.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Score.

Fun Fact

The filmmakers spent years developing the unique look and movement of each dragon species, drawing inspiration from various animals and insects to create distinct personalities and abilities.

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