Summary

In this episode of Movie Shelf, hosts Cory and Heather discuss the live action remake of How to Train Your Dragon, sharing their thoughts on the film's characters, animation quality, and how it compares to the original animated version. They also touch on the future of live action remakes and share insights on upcoming movies, all while enjoying a side of bacon.

Takeaways

The live action remake of How to Train Your Dragon stays true to the original story.
Character development in the live action version was appreciated, but some humor was missed.
The animation quality of the dragons was impressive and engaging for younger audiences.
The film's direction by Dean DeBlois added authenticity to the remake.
Cory and Heather both enjoyed the film, but the original animated version holds a special place in their hearts.
The live action version is longer than the animated one, adding more character depth.
Future live action remakes are a topic of concern for the hosts, especially regarding character integrity.
Upcoming movies discussed include Elio and Jurassic World Rebirth.
The hosts emphasize the importance of watching the original animated films for context.
The episode concludes with a fun segment connecting actors through their film roles.

Bacon Reminders

In this episode, connect Gerard Butler to Scarlett Johansson.