DreamWorks Animation's Finest, So Far.

Rating: Null/10 (29 April 2014)

After hitting their first high with Shrek in 2001 & then another in 2008 with Kung Fu Panda, DreamWorks Animation at last crafted their best feature so far that expertly balances the story & animation elements and unveiled it in the form of How To Train Your Dragon. Set in a mythical Viking world, it tells the story of a young teenager who aspires to become a dragon slayer but only ends up befriending one when the opportunity arrives and learns that there's much more to these creatures than he assumed.
The story is wonderfully written & is even better executed by the directors on the film canvas, the characters are quite intriguing, the dragons are vividly imagined, designed & rendered, the humour is well-timed, the animation is dazzling & meticulously detailed, voice cast suit their characters very much, the background score by John Powell is absolutely magnificent and the whole drama radiates a surprising depth & warmth throughout its runtime.
On an overall scale, How To Train Your Dragon is a fascinating blend of an engrossing story, intelligent script, gorgeous animation, captivating characters, excellent production design & wonderful music that promises a thrilling ride to its viewers & smoothly delivers it. A rollicking adventure for all ages. The sequel is desperately awaited.
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