how to train a dragon - Page 2

[A&A]

Originally Posted by Maluhia

It was a bit too intense for my 5 year old DD, and I saw about 10 kids leave the theater while we were waiting for friends once we left too. I think it depends on your child's personality

And we saw it in 2D and it was pretty intense. I think 3D would have been too intense, with things flying right "at" you.

[simple living mama]

I'm surprised no one has talked about the message. I thought it was a strong message about having a better understanding of what we fear. I kept thinking of the dragons as Muslims. I really loved the message and how it was handled.

[Jessy1019]

We LOVED it.

We went on Saturday night with my 4 year old, and saw it in 3D. It was excellently done, and we all thought it was just a terrific storyline -- my partner said it made him tear up several times!

The last 3D movie we saw was Ice Age 3, and this was SO much better/easier on the eyes. Just a great film all around!

[mom2snugbugs]

We've seen it twice now. Once in 2D and once in 3D. The 3D experience was very different (flying was stomach turning, fights were more intense, etc.) and if you like that, then its great (we all LOVED it) but the 2D is just as awesome because of the great animation/storyline.

As far as the animation. I'm really thinking Dreamworks is giving Pixar a run for the money. Don't get me wrong- I LOVE Pixar, but these last couple of ones have been AMAZING!! Toothless' expressions are perfect.

And the story!!! Totally awesome. Hiccup (IMO) was done perfectly. Not too wimpy, intelligent, yet oh so brave (and I'm sorry- but C-U-T-E!!) Facing your fears, doing something that maybe your parents don't approve of because you feel it in your soul, overcoming physically disabilities, being big enough to say "I was wrong, I'm sorry." I loved the feeling of community, caring for each other, and being able to change once you have been proven "wrong." I totally wish our fellow man could do this.

As for being too scary- yes, some parts were scary, but my 3 year old did great (he'll be 4 in May) we talked about it A LOT. Both my dc's LOVED it, and are now also drawing dragons and vikings. (we even went to McDonald's to get the happy meal toys )

It really is a great movie that can be enjoyed by all ages.

[limette]

Originally Posted by simple living mama

I'm surprised no one has talked about the message. I thought it was a strong message about having a better understanding of what we fear. I kept thinking of the dragons as Muslims. I really loved the message and how it was handled.

Actually the message I took from it (which was easily predicted at start) is that when you are a loser with no friends, your dad treats you like a big waste of space and the girl of your dreams thinks you're pond scum it'll all be better when you do something extreme to impress them because then they'll suddenly love you.

This has been popping up in a lot of kids movies lately and it drives me crazy. Emotional abuse is okay as long as you win them over in the end!

[ellairiesmom]

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saw it tues night in 2d with dd1 (2.5), nephew 20 mos, nieces 3.5 & 7, sis in laws & mom...everyone loved it. nephew was a little young-his 1st movie & a few times had to stretch his legs but theater was empty.

this was dd1's 2nd movie & she did really well. she often reacted verbally to some of the action with a "wow" or "dragon fly fast" comment which was really cute & since no one else was there-no biggie.

i thought it was good & had a very positive message...multiple messages actually...

[Viola]

Originally Posted by limette

Actually the message I took from it (which was easily predicted at start) is that when you are a loser with no friends, your dad treats you like a big waste of space and the girl of your dreams thinks you're pond scum it'll all be better when you do something extreme to impress them because then they'll suddenly love you.

Well, that's one way to look at it.

Honestly, though, I saw it has him being true to what he was and them having to accept it. Now his extreme doings worked out in his favor, which was why they accepted him, but still. I felt like they changed their attitudes and opinions because they realized that he had merit all along.

It's not playing in 3D around here--I guess Alice and Clash of the Titans take up the 3-D projectors.

[Belle]

I took my two dds (5 and 2.5) to see it the monday after it opened. They both loved it. My 2.5YO was cheering during the big dragon fight in the end. She loved it. Afterwords she told me it was a fun movie. I guess it is knowing your child. My kids did fine.