In an ancient time when majestic fire-breathers soared through the skies, a knight named Bowen comes face to face and heart to heart with the last dragon on Earth, Draco. Taking up arms to suppress a tyrant king, Bowen soon realizes his task will be harder than he'd imagined: If he kills the king, Draco will die as well.
In medieval England, a disillusioned knight named Bowen reluctantly partners with a dragon named Draco to swindle peasants by staging dragon attacks. However, their bond deepens as they become involved in a rebellion against a tyrannical king. Bowen must then confront his past and decide whether to uphold his knightly code or stand with his newfound friend against oppressive forces.
DragonHeart was met with a mixed-to-positive reception from critics, who often praised its visual effects and the central relationship between the knight and the dragon, while some found the plot to be derivative of other fantasy films. Audiences generally enjoyed the movie for its adventure and fantasy elements, particularly the portrayal of Draco.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's fantasy elements, the compelling portrayal of the dragon Draco, and the adventurous storyline. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit simple, but most found it to be an enjoyable fantasy adventure.
Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.
The dragon Draco was voiced by Sean Connery, who reportedly recorded his lines over a period of two years, allowing for significant development of the character's personality and performance.
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