Much better than I was expecting, great animation and characterisation and the 3D is breathtaking. Like MH I would definitely watch it again, one to buy and keep I think.
This film is perfection. It takes a well-worn story (social outcast finds another outcast and they bond before showing everyone how just because you're different, doesn't mean you aren't also deserving of the same respect and love,) and takes it in the most unexpected and wonderful places.
The animation is flawless. You feel like you are actually flying up in the clouds with Hiccup and Toothless, whilst the magnificent score acts as your guide.
The voice acting is also great. There isn't a better voice for Hiccup than Jay Baruchel. It just works in every way, as does the rest of the cast. Special mention must go to Gerard Butler & Craig Ferguson, really using their Scottish accents to magnificent effect.
And the script is phenomenal. Every character feels real, like a genuine person you would meet. And the life lessons & precious moments aren't forced. Unlike today where there has to be an almost hammerblow attitude to things, it is so light but yet so powerful.
I love this film. It is everything you would ever possibly want from a movie, along with magnificent production values. Movie magic
Excellent animation and great fun to watch and I am very glad that we have a passive 65" 3D TV that really does this film justice. I think your very own dragon could be quite useful transportation at times!!