Live-Action HTTYD2 Promises To Fix Original’s Major Flaws!

With an increasing number of live-action adaptations from Disney, other animation studios are following suit. The upcoming “How to Train Your Dragon” remake is one such example. Unlike Disney, DreamWorks has had its fair share of misses, but when it hits, it can rival Disney’s biggest triumphs. Among their best works, the “How to Train Your Dragon” series stands out as a worthy contender. Therefore, choosing this franchise for DreamWorks’ debut live-action remake seems fitting.

Although each of the three “How to Train Your Dragon” films are remarkable, boasting unique qualities and strengths, it’s commonly perceived that the second film may not measure up, due to certain challenges that prevent it from reaching the same great heights as the original movie. Despite the fact that a remake of the first film hasn’t hit screens yet, it’s been confirmed that there will indeed be a sequel. The overwhelmingly favorable responses to the trailers for “How to Train Your Dragon” suggest that the second movie is poised to replicate its success.

The Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon 2 Can Fix The Animated Sequel’s Pacing Problems

The New Version Can Give More Scenes Time To Shine

One problem that the second film struggled with a bit was uneven pacing, even though it wasn’t overly problematic. The first movie managed to give ample space to significant scenes like when Hiccup and Toothless took their first flight, allowing the audience to truly savor the moment and witness the strong bond between them grow. Conversely, the sequel can at times seem hasty in its storytelling, offering limited time for emotions to settle before moving on quickly to the next scene.

How To Train Your Dragon 2 Can Spend More Time On The Animated Sequel’s Underdeveloped Characters

Certain Characters Felt Underutilized In The Original Sequel

In the sequel of “How to Train Your Dragon”, the main characters have their fair share of tasks, but certain other characters seemed underdeveloped and could’ve benefited from more screen time. This is most noticeable in the case of the antagonist, Drago Bludvist, who failed to leave a lasting impact on the franchise. Despite carrying out significant actions in the movie, his reasons for doing so were not particularly intriguing or well-defined, and despite Djimon Hounsou’s excellent voice acting, he was unable to salvage the character.

In a similar fashion, problems arose with Kit Harrington’s character Eret, as his transition from villainy seemed too hasty and unjustified, even though it was evident this was the direction the character would take since his introduction. The upcoming live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon 2 might address these issues by allowing for more development and screen time for the antagonists. However, whether or not this improvement occurs depends on the success of the new How to Train Your Dragon, and if it manages to surpass or fall short of the original film.

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2025-04-19 23:31