How to Train Your Dragon 2
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: June 13, 2014
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DokaluJan 26, 2015
Dreamworks How To Train Your Dragon 2 is a very nice animated movie. It has beautiful CGI, in all the technological aspects it looks really good, but besides that, this movie has as a surprise that is not only for kids, but for adults tooDreamworks How To Train Your Dragon 2 is a very nice animated movie. It has beautiful CGI, in all the technological aspects it looks really good, but besides that, this movie has as a surprise that is not only for kids, but for adults too because the film touches things mature enough for them. That's something really nice because it's not just a kid's movie, it's actually a movie that the whole family can enjoy.
When Hiccup finally is the hero of his village, another villain comes back to ruin everything for him and he once again will join forces with his dragon to defeat him and save everyone. I know we have seen the story before, but it's a little modified, so it's actually a little original. One of the best aspects of the film is that it's actually not about jokes, it doesn't try to be funny, it just tries to be entertaining and tell a good story and in that is something it succeeds by far. Though, it has some dorky dialogues, some stupid scenes and a lot of the cliches kid's movies have. Anyway, children's must-see.
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acaiberryMar 20, 2015
A sequel that surpasses the first? Animated? Almost unheard of. Well, HTTYD2 is a fun, fast-paced movie for the kids and although there maybe some plotholes and really cheesy elements, this is ALMOST as good as it gets for kids movies.A sequel that surpasses the first? Animated? Almost unheard of. Well, HTTYD2 is a fun, fast-paced movie for the kids and although there maybe some plotholes and really cheesy elements, this is ALMOST as good as it gets for kids movies.

When a friend of mine first told me about HTTYD2, I made the mistake of dismissing it, claiming that the animations were silly and I was too mature to sit through it. I was wrong and I definitely was touched a few times even though my pride really fought hard not to show it. There is just so much hope and symbolism that you have to root for the protagonist in this one.

If you haven't seen this and watched the first one, do it. Toothless is just as adorable and the rest of the cast are fun to watch as well.

Word to describe: Sunlight. It makes you feel warm then goes away, then comes back and everyones happy.
Watch it with friends and definitely get some popcorn because you're in for a treat, which is somewhat rare for adults in an animated film. This is annoying guy approved because expect a lot chit-chat when watching.… Expand
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csiko13Jun 17, 2015
Szédületesen pörgős akció, aranyos szereplők, akik a nem különösebben épületes sztori során keresik helyüket az életben. Nyomokban az animációs filmektől szokatlan erős ábrázolást tartalmaz. Alapos mestermunka, de ettől még egyszernézős.Szédületesen pörgős akció, aranyos szereplők, akik a nem különösebben épületes sztori során keresik helyüket az életben. Nyomokban az animációs filmektől szokatlan erős ábrázolást tartalmaz. Alapos mestermunka, de ettől még egyszernézős.
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CriticFerJun 1, 2016
How to Train Your Dragon 2 is another sequel works and knows how to follow the story of the Vikings and dragons. Animation have not only evolved, but also the characters evolved. His designs are even better than the first film and animationHow to Train Your Dragon 2 is another sequel works and knows how to follow the story of the Vikings and dragons. Animation have not only evolved, but also the characters evolved. His designs are even better than the first film and animation is even better than the other films Dreamworks and again, the script is fantastic. The dialogues, jokes, drama, everything is great in the script for this sequel. But if, as the former has a problem. And in this case is not the villain (which has an excellent design and is terrible), is the death of the father of Hiccup. I found unnecessary wear and tear because I felt as if the writer and director the sack a part of The Lion King. But as I said before, this sequel has evolved. And it has excellent animation shots when it comes to dragons flying in the sky, or fight scenes or landscapes. In my opinion it is better than the first. And it would be strange that some see this child that felt more like a sequel to teenagers than children. Osea does not have too many adults jokes or insults, it's just that with the evolution of this film felt more for teens. And yes, I think that Oscar deserved. After all, How to Train Your Dragon 2 is another excellent sequel to Dreamworks and I'm looking forward to see his third film.… Expand
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Bmeyer8Apr 5, 2016
This is probably my favorite DreamWorks movie and sequel. I couldn't just put this movie down and I am like a big fan of the franchise. The movie had good animation and amazing dragons, even Toothless. I like Toothless a lot.
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MordoReviewerJun 1, 2016
How to Train Your Dragon 2 is another sequel works and knows how to follow the story of the Vikings and dragons. Animation have not only evolved, but also the characters evolved. His designs are even better than the first film and animationHow to Train Your Dragon 2 is another sequel works and knows how to follow the story of the Vikings and dragons. Animation have not only evolved, but also the characters evolved. His designs are even better than the first film and animation is even better than the other films Dreamworks and again, the script is fantastic. The dialogues, jokes, drama, everything is great in the script for this sequel. But if, as the former has a problem. And in this case is not the villain (which has an excellent design and is terrible), is the death of the father of Hiccup. I found unnecessary wear and tear because I felt as if the writer and director the sack a part of The Lion King. But as I said before, this sequel has evolved. And it has excellent animation shots when it comes to dragons flying in the sky, or fight scenes or landscapes. In my opinion it is better than the first. And it would be strange that some see this child that felt more like a sequel to teenagers than children. Osea does not have too many adults jokes or insults, it's just that with the evolution of this film felt more for teens. And yes, I think that Oscar deserved. After all, How to Train Your Dragon 2 is another excellent sequel to Dreamworks and I'm looking forward to see his third film.… Expand
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alejandro970Nov 4, 2018
The continuing adventures of dragonaut; with new characters, a terrific foe and unexpected secrets. The action sequences are breath-taking with a tragic twist. For everyone a saturday evening. Shall we wait for more?
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nestoryavithAug 4, 2017
Wow. Now this is what I call a sequel. It sets that perfect tone then launches like a dragon and quickly sets the stage. Before you realize it, you're deeper in their world just like before. Dreamworks has done it again and done itWow. Now this is what I call a sequel. It sets that perfect tone then launches like a dragon and quickly sets the stage. Before you realize it, you're deeper in their world just like before. Dreamworks has done it again and done it beautifully. Loved it 10/10… Expand
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VirgonoShakaAug 5, 2017
How to train your dragon 2 presents you in essence everything that the first movie gave to you, only slightly better. It has great animation, some gorgeous sequences of flying, very creative designs, good music, and fun action. It also sharesHow to train your dragon 2 presents you in essence everything that the first movie gave to you, only slightly better. It has great animation, some gorgeous sequences of flying, very creative designs, good music, and fun action. It also shares its flaws with its predecessor, characters are cool, but not great, the villain (which is technically a new addition for the series) is bleh and his motivation is never truly clear. The story is ok in general, it's nothing I haven't seen before, but some of the characters are good, and their development from the last movie is fine, and the new additions while nothing grand do their job in being there. So with all that being said, is this better than the first? Yes, but only by a very small margin. As I said, it gives you all the first one brought to the table, with the quality expected, it has mostly the same flaws, but its story is at least a little more interesting, and the characters are a little more developed. So it is the superior movie, and it is fun ride, but if you didn't like the first one or didn't find the idea interesting the first time, this will do nothing to convince you. If you are a fan, this is exactly what you need. Final verdict: 7.6… Expand
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BionicMattMay 3, 2017
One of the only animated sequels which lives up to its predecessor, perhaps even surpassing it. HTTYD2 boasts a more compelling story, allowing it to succeed where many animated sequels fall short.
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MonkiReviewsMay 28, 2017
The sequal is better than the original, a rare thing. The animation seems to have improved a little also. I enjoyed the story more than the original, it has way more emotion. The characters also have developed more. It was a great movie.
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tamcwlmmDec 27, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I enjoyed this even more than the first one, and damn that first one was great. Now Hiccups world became larger then ever, there is a lot of explored land and he meets his 'dead' mother after 20 years.
The battle was larger then ever with 2 gigantic dragons fighting against each other. Who knew there was an even bigger dragon than the big dragon in the first one. It's nice to see how the people of Berk evolved with dragons in their life. The dragons are there help the citizens and to sport with. They even got a whole new activity based around dragons and sheep.
This movie is the definition of a good animation movie. Dreamworks is realy stepping up.… Expand
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luke100Jan 9, 2018
It falls short of the original just a tiny little bit. The characters are still amazing, the relationships between them are more believable than ever, and the world is so beautifully animated you just don't want to take your eyes off of it.It falls short of the original just a tiny little bit. The characters are still amazing, the relationships between them are more believable than ever, and the world is so beautifully animated you just don't want to take your eyes off of it. It's just a shame that the villain is only decent. Still, as in the first movie, the theme of growing up is very strong and deep, making this sequel easy to recommend.… Expand
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ArquireJan 16, 2018
One of my favourite movies of all time. As a sequel, this installment really forges its own path instead of contenting itself with copying its predecessor. It is an emotional story where Hiccup is straightened out by life and circumstanceOne of my favourite movies of all time. As a sequel, this installment really forges its own path instead of contenting itself with copying its predecessor. It is an emotional story where Hiccup is straightened out by life and circumstance while sifting through the advice of those who went before him. A beautiful coming of age story.… Expand
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SonicSpeedo92Jul 4, 2018
How to Train Your Dragon 2 is a very well constructed masterpiece of animation. It's full of fast action, deep moments, and you can see the message that the film is trying to send. So much that it feels like the movie is telling you directly.
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MovieReviewer45Jun 15, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. How To Train Your Dragon 2 engages in inventive storytelling, amazing film score - similar to its groundbreaking predecessor, and state-of-the-art animated visuals. HTTYD 2 is a worthy and quite a rare sequel that soars as high as the original's heightened quality.

The most critical part of this movie that distinguishes it greatly in terms of improvement of film quality from HTTYD 1 is its surprisingly emotional elements. Viewers will experience here dramatic and rather heartfelt moments between Hiccup with his dad and his dragon, Toothless. The bonds that they exhibit between each other is explored in here. The trust and friendship between Hiccup and Toothless is endearing and heartwarming. There are scenes here that make me cry a little bit because of grief and lost. How To Train Your Dragon 2 flies very high in providing it's viewers a satisfying emotional moments that is rarely to be seen in any previous Dreamwork's creations.

The improvement of the designs for the main characters are impressive especially Hiccup. The creators and designers have done a great job in changing the image looks of Hiccup and the other characters as well. This will give viewers the fact that time has really passed between the release of HTTYD1 and it's sequel #2. The film score is great. Just like the film score of HTTYD 1, the soundtrack of HTTYD 2 played on some action sequences and emotional moments really puts that special scene in a new level which provides it's viewers contentment and satisfaction while watching it in awe and sorrow.

The storytelling does it's perfect job in including the mending of family ties and relationships by reuniting Hiccup's family once again which creates an emotional atmosphere between Hiccup and his parents throughout the movie. The movie does not speak solely on the dragon's themselves but also human/family connection and friendship is present here. Overall, HTTYD 2 is an enjoyable and a surprising complex emotional movie. Dreamworks has once again succeeded in providing a worthy sequel that is almost as great as the original. The reason why I gave it 9/10 is because some part of the storytelling content misses something sentimental that I was craving for such as the relationship between Hiccup and his mother, and the mother's backstory content. Hiccup's mother, Valka, lacks adequate emotional entanglement with Hiccup and his father which feels like that her characterization lacks emotional resonance and a proper introduction as an important character/figure in Hiccup's life as well in the father's life.

Nevertheless, HTTYD 2 is a great sequel to a great predecessor. Recommended.

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OnaskNov 11, 2018
Si bien es cierto que el despliegue técnico aumenta con creces en esta secuela, solventando los pequeños recortes que pude apreciar en la primera entrega (especialmente el pelo) la sensación de aventura desciende en mayor medida para dar pasoSi bien es cierto que el despliegue técnico aumenta con creces en esta secuela, solventando los pequeños recortes que pude apreciar en la primera entrega (especialmente el pelo) la sensación de aventura desciende en mayor medida para dar paso a un mayor profundo desarrollo de la figura del dragón en el universo de la propia película y el viaje que recorre Hipo para convertirse en el vikingo que su padre siempre ha esperado de él.

Cómo Entrenar A Tu Dragón 2 es una buena secuela, especialmente para aquellos niños que vieron su predecesora con unos 10-12 años en su estreno (2010). Esta segunda parte hará que aquellos muchachos que en su día conocieron a Hipo, sean hoy capaces de madurar con él (un poco como pasó con el fenómeno Toy Story y Andy).

Quizás al tener un ritmo más pausado y contemplativo, los más pequeños puedan aborrecerla en ciertos tramos, pero se agradece que se tome sus pausas y no sea continuamente un cóctel de sabores y emociones sin parar durante todo el metraje.

Recomendada, especialmente habiendo visto la primera parte, que establece muchas cosas que debes dar por hecho en esta segunda entrega.… Expand
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sebastianaliJun 15, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Totalmente a la altura de la original, incluso superandola en algunos aspectos. La historia se volvio mucho mas seria, con menos humor, cosa que puede que a algunos no les guste, pero en lo personal fue para mejor. Los dragones siguen transmitiendo mucha personalidad, la animacion es excelente y la historia es bastante emocional. Lo que si se podria criticar que creo que es un hueco argumental es que segun esta pelicula todos los dragones alfa pueden controlar a otros dragones. Si eso es cierto, entonces que me dicen del antagonista principal de la primer película?
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anthonypaulFeb 9, 2019
This was a very emotional movie. It successfully captured our hearts. The story told was excellently showcased very well. I am thankful to have gotten into this series.
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addict-insaneMar 9, 2019
Out of all the trash that is just morally wrong and Hollywood churns out like a low-quality junk food factory, How to Train your Dragon is the one franchise I know, I KNOW I can show my future children and tell them: "This is the kind ofOut of all the trash that is just morally wrong and Hollywood churns out like a low-quality junk food factory, How to Train your Dragon is the one franchise I know, I KNOW I can show my future children and tell them: "This is the kind of people I want you to grow up and be like." This world, these beliefs, this form of storytelling, are the ones I want my future children to inherit. I'm only giving this a 9 because a 10 for animated films would be Lion King/The Animatrix territory. Nah, f*ck it, this gets a 10 because Craig Ferguson is just hilarious reading the grocery list.… Expand
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DiptanshuMay 12, 2020
If it is adapted in Live action movie it will surely Be the greatest Epic movie Ever!Wow this movie is pure brilliant and Epic.Music was literally phenomenal,screenplay was amazing this movie has every thing perfectly fitted.story was GreatIf it is adapted in Live action movie it will surely Be the greatest Epic movie Ever!Wow this movie is pure brilliant and Epic.Music was literally phenomenal,screenplay was amazing this movie has every thing perfectly fitted.story was Great nice continuation with little surprises!The visuals and animation are literally Greatest why not Roger Deakins has a hand!starting was amazing simple the exploration and games then the finding of love one although its predictable but she's a Bad-ass warrior the theme of this movie is indescribable.the last 40 mins were literally greatest animated war ever i was literally had a feeling its the amazing thing seen.the death and the fighting specially every warrior has a exact counterpart it was epic to watch!The whole movie is Pure Cinematic/Animated Brilliance A Epic Masterpiece!… Expand
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Anirudh2004Aug 4, 2020
This is a perfect sequel. The movie makes an amazing choice of taking 5 years after the events of the first film was amazing. This is a must watch for anyone.
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MrPajamasNov 1, 2020
How to Train Your Dragon 2 does not surpass number one, but did not disappoint. The story is again excellent with wonderful animation and a luxurious soundtrack. If you liked the previous episode, this is a clear choice for you. I recommend.
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Vicente144Sep 25, 2020
La mejor de las secuelas de Dreamworks Animation, tiene una calidad altísima en varios aspectos, y al tenerlo: da rabia que piensen "la animación es solo para niños". Si eres un adulto dale una oportunidad con la mente abierta y te darásLa mejor de las secuelas de Dreamworks Animation, tiene una calidad altísima en varios aspectos, y al tenerlo: da rabia que piensen "la animación es solo para niños". Si eres un adulto dale una oportunidad con la mente abierta y te darás cuenta de la gema que tienes frente a tus ojos.… Expand
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FilmGuyDudeOct 31, 2020
Is there an 11/10?? Also, it's not often you find the sequel to be better than the first. Such powerful emotions, brilliant animation, and the ultimate plot twist that somehow boosts the entire film's significance. This trilogy in general isIs there an 11/10?? Also, it's not often you find the sequel to be better than the first. Such powerful emotions, brilliant animation, and the ultimate plot twist that somehow boosts the entire film's significance. This trilogy in general is Dreamwork's greatest work yet. Mass respect to this film and all of them.… Expand
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TRANSFORMERSFANMar 12, 2021
one of the best movies from 2014 along with penguins of madagascar, night at the museum 3, guardians of the galaxy, captain america 2, transformers 4, planes 2, and big hero 6!
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FenadegillerdenDec 3, 2021
Cok guzeldi. Cocuklugum bu ve bu tur animasyonlarla geçtiği icin mutluyum. Bugun tekrar izledim butun filmlerini. Akici, heyecanli, ters koseli, duygusal, merak uyandiran bir film. Serinin İkinci filmidir. Bas karakterin hikayesini eleCok guzeldi. Cocuklugum bu ve bu tur animasyonlarla geçtiği icin mutluyum. Bugun tekrar izledim butun filmlerini. Akici, heyecanli, ters koseli, duygusal, merak uyandiran bir film. Serinin İkinci filmidir. Bas karakterin hikayesini ele almışlar. 10/10… Expand
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TiariYDec 12, 2021
From the music to the storytelling everything fits as you want it. This movie reaches out to all ages.
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AgentLviJul 21, 2023
Great movie. The story is decent. The scoring is great, visual is really amazing, the voice & sound is also amazing
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genharrison621Dec 29, 2021
Stellar visuals, great music, really strong emotional beats, a wholesome journey, excellent action... this is the best of the three Dragon movies. (Though it is worth noting that I do still ADORE the other two)
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RaidLostMar 3, 2022
the first one is better but this is more emotional than the other two in the trilogy
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AngerAndAgonyMay 29, 2022
Action packed, in my opinion good pacing, and very funny in my opinion. The visuals are stunning and it just works so well.
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