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How To Train Your Dragon live-action remake hailed as “perfect” by critics in first reactions

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The live-action reinterpretation of the cherished animated movie, titled “How To Train Your Dragon“, received the label of “flawless” from critics following its initial showings.

In June, a new version will hit the screens, featuring young Viking boy Hiccup (played by Mason Thames), who resides on the island of Berk. Instead of adhering to tradition by battling dragons as his forebears have done historically, he forms an unlikely friendship with one named Toothless.

In a time when an old peril jeopardizes the safety of humans and dragons alike, Hiccup and Toothless unite their forces in an effort to foster harmony across all realms.

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Besides Thames, the cast also includes Gerard Butler, Nick Frost, Nico Parker, Julian Dennison, Bronwyn James, and Gabriel Howell, along with a few more actors.

Initially, “How to Train Your Dragon” debuted in 2010, then came “How to Train Your Dragon 2” four years later in 2014, and finally, “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” was unveiled in 2019.

In response to the unveiling of the film’s initial trailer offering a sneak peek into the revamped Berk, the movie has been labeled as “spectacularly beautiful” and “exceptionally loyal” among early responses at this year’s CinemaCon, making it one of the most faithful live-action remakes so far.

According to Scott Menzel, written on X, it’s a beautifully designed and heartfelt reinterpretation of the popular animated film.

Director Dean DeBlois manages to rekindle the enchantment of the original film with plenty of action, laughter, and emotion. Mason Thames is spot-on as Hiccup, and most of the cast fits perfectly too… this movie is worth watching on the big screen and serves as a reminder of why people love going to cinemas. This film is set to be a huge success.

Emmanuel Gomez commented: “Training Your Dragon could be among the most accurate animations converted to live-action that I’ve observed.

The film’s character casting was spot-on, featuring an excellent assortment of dragon designs that seamlessly blend with the movie without being jarring. The music score is fantastic and adds significantly to the overall experience. Don’t miss out on it! I can’t wait to have a dragon like those!

“How To Train Your Dragon is the best live-action adaptation film I’ve seen,” Dorian Parks began.

I absolutely adore the original version, and it exceeded all my expectations – the music, performances, and visual effects were flawless. A couple of times, tears welled up in my eyes. There’s no CGI creature I’ve ever been more enamored with than Toothless.

In a similar vein, Junior Felix expressed his thoughts as follows: “How To Train Your Dragon was absolutely amazing! Some scenes were so awe-inspiring they left me speechless. Two specific moments even made me cry.

Mason Thames perfectly portrays Hiccup’s character, making it an unforgettable spectacle. This movie is the must-watch family film this summer.”

“Mason Thames truly embodies who Hiccup is and it was a sight to behold. This is the family film of the summer.” to “Mason Thames perfectly portrays Hiccup’s character, making it an unforgettable spectacle. This movie is the must-watch family film this summer.

The upcoming movie hits theaters on June 13, 2025, and will once again be written, directed, and produced by Dean DeBlois – the man behind the popular animated trilogy. Excitingly, a follow-up has already been announced for release in 2027 as well!

The live-action version of “How to Train Your Dragon” will hit the big screens on June 13, 2025.

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2025-04-03 17:49

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