Compelling film. A true accomplishment.

Rating: 9/10 (16 June 2014)

How to Train Your Dragon 2 is equal or better to its predecessor. It deals with very dark and mature themes. While the storytelling was executed slightly better in the first film, the second film deals with more mature and compelling issues. The animation and the music score exceeds the quality of the first by far. Truly amazing film. My only complaint was that the story was slightly off-pace. This does not detract too terribly from one's enjoyment of the film, though. Despite the off-kilter pace and the trailers having spoiled almost every major plot point, the film remained emotionally striking and engaging. I was truly moved to tears in some spots. This film is a true accomplishment. See it in 3D. 8.75/10.