If you're looking for a great family movie, with the depth of a Disney/Pixar film, then this is it. Dreamworks really did a great job with this one. I watched it with my 12 year old, Sarah, and we both clapped at the end :)
The story is centered on a young Viking named Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) who lacks the skills, or coordination to be a Dragon slayer. Being the son of the Viking Chief, Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler), makes the pressure greater for Hiccup. The harder Hiccup tries, the worse things get for him. He sets out to prove everyone wrong, and shoots down a legendary Night Fury dragon. When he finds the dragon wounded, he realizes he unable to kill dragons. From there, the story becomes Hiccup's journey to understanding the dragons, and earning the respect of his Viking peers.
It's truly a great story, with fantastic animation, and voice talents. The only criticism would be the lead Jar Baruchel. His voice is a little annoying at times. I kinda wondered why they didn't just use Jonah Hill for the lead, instead of the small role of Snotlout.
Rated PG, Runtime 98mns
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