As a gamer, diving into the world of live-action remakes can be quite a challenging endeavor. It’s hard not to notice the financial incentive behind these projects or express disappointment over the absence of fresh ideas and creativity. Sometimes, these adaptations feel devoid of soul, but let’s face it, they’ve proven to be profitable gold mines for certain studios (like Disney). Many film enthusiasts, including parents, enjoy sharing the nostalgic charm of reimagined, computer-generated versions of their beloved animated classics with their children.
Given the current market patterns, DreamWorks has chosen to imitate Disney’s approach and capitalize on the boom of remakes: DreamWorks is now venturing into the realm of remaking films, starting with How to Train Your Dragon.
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DreamWorks has begun its journey into remaking movies by tackling How to Train Your Dragon.
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With these industry shifts in mind, DreamWorks has elected to emulate Disney’s strategy of reaping profits through remakes: DreamWorks is now embarking on a new path with How to Train Your Dragon, its initial attempt at remaking films.
Initially, the studio launched “How to Train Your Dragon,” adapted from the book series penned by Cressida Cowell, as an enchanting animated film in 2010. Now they’re revisiting the story with Dean DeBlois, who collaborated on the initial project with Chris Sanders (known for “The Wild Robot”). He takes on dual roles of screenwriter and director for this adaptation, working alongside a fresh set of actors who deliver impressive performances to make an enjoyable, though arguably non-essential, movie. This new version of “How to Train Your Dragon” doesn’t veer too far from the original plot, but it presents a slight change in tone, more developed characterizations (notably for Astrid played by Rico Parker), and experimental advancements in CGI technology.
14-year-old Mason Thames, who’s often seen in horror movies, takes on the role of Hiccup in this series. The character he portrays is a bumbling but compassionate hero, and Thames infuses his performance with a vibe reminiscent of a Disney Channel star – that cheerful, appealingly hopeful enthusiasm we’re accustomed to seeing. This stands in contrast to Jay Baruchel’s more humorous, occasionally sarcastic take on the character, which conveyed a sense of weariness and world-weary cynicism.
In Deblois’ reimagining, we encounter Hiccup as he gives us a glimpse into the tumultuous life of his village, Berk, where Vikings and dragons are engaged in fierce combat. Despite not being a naturally talented warrior — lacking agility, coordination, or other traits typically associated with skilled fighters — Hiccup spends his time honing tools and supplying provisions. However, his curiosity gets the best of him when he decides to test a novel device designed to capture the enigmatic Night Fury breed. Unsurprisingly, things don’t go as planned, leading to an embarrassment for both Hiccup and his father Stoick, the powerful chief portrayed by Gerard Butler once more.
If you’re familiar with Cowell’s works or the 2010 movie, you’d know what follows. The next day, Hiccup embarks into the forest and discovers the Night Fury he had trapped using his intricate Rube Goldberg-like device. Initially intending to slay the creature, a pivotal moment causes him to reconsider. As Hiccup gazes into the dragon’s bright green eyes, he perceives not an adversary but another fearful being. This realization prompts Hiccup to inform his father that he no longer wishes to kill dragons. However, before he can share this news, Stoick announces that Hiccup is to train with the village’s youngsters for the dragon slayer title. This results in a comical yet tense few weeks as Hiccup juggles between bonding with the Night Fury, whom he names Toothless, and attending training sessions led by his superior, Gobber (portrayed by Nick Frost).
In the process of befriending Toothless, Hiccup applies the knowledge he’s gained to improve his dragon slayer skills. Unlike other students who fight caged dragons with hammers or defend themselves with shields, Hiccup disarms them using dandelions and keeps them away using eels, a creature they detest. Not long after, he starts outperforming Astrid (Parker), who was previously the top student in the class.
Astrid starts feeling wary, and DeBlois elaborates on her emotional attachment by revealing why she’s so invested in triumphing. The roles of Hiccup’s other companions are portrayed engagingly by Gabriel Howell, Bronwyn James, Harry Trevaldywn, and the consistently impressive Julian Dennison. Eventually, Hiccup gains notoriety within the town, reshaping his image. He yearns to dispel the misconceptions about dragons that everyone holds, but this topic is a sensitive subject for the Viking society.
Deblois skillfully conveys the tender bond between Hiccup and Toothless, a friendship that fans of the original will appreciate remains intact, including the test flight scene and their initial meeting where Hiccup attempts to touch Toothless for the first time. The tone in this adaptation seems more tailored for children, as many of the witty and sarcastic humor has been reworked. Aesthetically, while the 2010 film wasn’t particularly groundbreaking in animation, the live-action version struggles to generate excitement, failing to stand out visually.
Nevertheless, the new version of “How to Train Your Dragon” maintains the enchantment of the original. It’s not a necessary re-make, but it avoids being a disrespectful one instead.
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2025-06-09 09:24