How to Train Your Dragon 2

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How To Train Your Dragon was a movie I never would have expected from DreamWorks. Known for being anti-Disney, they provided us such a dramatic and heartfelt film. When the sequel hit theaters I was only hoping to see a bigger and better film...and number 2 delivered.The story of Berk is bigger and there is so much riding on Hiccup and Toothless as a villain from the past returns to conquer all with an army of dragons. A chance encounter with a mysterious person from Hiccup's past gives him the encouragement and strength he needs to rise up and be a hero to his people. The film gives us incredible animation great humor and additional voices including Cate Blanchett, Djimon Hounsou and an unexpected Kit Harrington. There is plenty more that is very unexpected that adds to the story and the legacy of these films that will surprise you.I am very excited to see what is in store, now that DreamWorks has announced a third installment in the works. How to Train Your Dragon 2 suprpases its predicessor in all areas and it is one if not the best animated film of 2014.

Spoilers alert. Saw the movie in theaters and loved it. Got the 3D version on Blu-Ray as I finally have a 3D HDTV. Enjoyed it immensely at home. Liked the introduction of Hiccup's mother, will miss his father due to the character's death in the film. Like a number of others, I felt in the theater that Astrid could have been given a bigger role. Didn't notice that feeling so much watching the Blu-Ray (probably because of familiarity). Virtually all of the characters in the movie and in the TV series spin-off have had the same actors voicing the roles, which helps. Many of the better 3D blu-rays are the various animated movies :-) Despite the poo-poohing of some in the media, I think that 3D will be around. 3D will not make a bad movie a good one, but 3D adds an enjoyable element to a good movie. I don't have experience with any of the automated 2D>3D systems but I doubt that they can do any sort of particularly good job.

The media could not be loaded. Over all the packing job was done very good. The only issue that arise was the damage done to the disk in side. From disk holder being broken Most likely the shipping in between. As a collector I'll still put this in a protective film case I'm a big fan of these series. So over all I'm gratefully satisfied and the disc still works thankfully.

The second film in this very well made series made me very sad. With the demise of Stoic the Vast, Hiccup is entering uncharted territory. He is going to be forced to assume more responsibility in his village. Something he has been quite understandably resisted. His second shock is the reentry of his mother into his life. This opens up Hiccups view of his world, especially when she shows him all the other dragons. The war with Drago was unmanted, but very necessary. Hiccup now has a new mentor, his mother Valka. With her agreement to accompany Hiccup back to Berk, the scene is set for the series finale. This film is very moving, and I recommend it anyone who enjoys fine animated features. JRV

I didn't believe that they could pull off a sequel, though clearly the way the story ended was just begging for one. I am happy to report just how wrong I was. This second film to the Dragon series surpasses the scope of the first and matches the heart. As well as define some of the younger characters a bit more. If you liked the first film, you will love the second.SPOILER ALERT:As a caveat to this, why Hollywood is determined to make all good heroes orphans or members of a single parent family is beyond me. Oh hey! We found Hiccup's mother! But we only want one parent so let's kill off Stoic. Why? Just so Hiccup can be made chief of Burk? That was a bit forced. And why the heck wouldn't it have been a good idea to make Astrid chief? Not much of a stretch to me. She'd be a perfect chief. ok, rant over.

We already had the first movie "how to train your dragon". So I got this because the first was so fun. I'm really NOT fond of animations at all. But my millenium daughter (age 26) has grown up w animations as a norm (I blame The Simpsons. LOL). Anyway we laughed and enjoyed the entire movie. I think the 2 movies will be part of our Holiday good cheer movies. We also have several other animated movies that are fun. So I can learn a new trick! (OK I'm not saying I'm an old dog! LoL). So if u want to watch a story about an unlikely hero and the cutest dragon ever, buy these two movies. Even us adults will find the story impossible to resist. Very charming!

SHHER PERFECTION! Even more delightful than the first movie! It was such a good idea to show the gang growing up and maturing, along with their dragons.I have a steady stream of elderly ladies who visit for tea, and a good-sized collection of area kids who stop by to look at my crazy home (big-time steampunk styling throughout), and EVERYONE thoroughly enjoys this movie! This [and the first movie] have provoked all manner of really charming interactions between the generations.....and has led the "ancients" into delving into The Hobbit movies, as well. In a world, and at a time, that elderly people are so often overlooked, this delightful romp of a movie has really bridged the gap. Everyone loves Toothless!