Good animation, great for kids, weak story

Rating: 6/10 (12 April 2010)

This is a wonderful move if you are a kid or have kids. The 3D animation is well done. The flying scenes are spectacular and reminiscent of Avatar, although the 3D technology in this movie was better.
I found the story predictable (boy sees girl, saves everyone with the help of an unlikely foe, gets girl) and the whiny main character annoying. The whiny voice makes it difficult to relate to Hiccup and his youthful angst confuses rather than creating sympathy.
It pales in comparison to great animated features like Mulan.
Overall, it was an enjoyable, but definitely not a 'must-see' movie unless you're a kid. Kids will enjoy the level of excitement and everyone likes funny-looking dragons.