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Based on the first novel in Christopher Paolinis popular INHERITANCE trilogy ERAGON is a fantastical adventure in a vein similar to that of the LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy and THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA. A classic story of a quest driven by destiny and set in a land where elves magicians and humans live side by side the battle between good and evil innocence and cynicism is taken up once again. John Malkovitch camps it up as the evil King Galbatorix a former guardian of peace who long ago went over to the dark side. He now rules over a land from which dragons have all but disappeared until humble farm boy Eragon (newcomer Edward Speelers) happens upon a mysterious blue object that turns out to be a dragon egg. Eragon befriends the charming dragon cub Saphira (voiced with aplomb by Rachel Weisz) and becomes her rider designating him as the principal warrior in the fight against evil. Jeremy Irons steals the show as the wise and mysterious old man who becomes Eragons mentor guiding him through the tasks of saving a princess (Sienna Guillory) battling an evil sorcerer (Robert Carlyle TRAINSPOTTING) and fending off hordes of the hideous Urgals. All of this will strike the seasoned fantasy viewer as familiar territory but the formula is given life by veterans Malkovitch and Irons as well as the young Speelers. The film was shot mostly in Hungary whose breathtaking landscape combines to great effect with excellent cinematography. The special effects created by LORD OF THE RINGS Digital Magic and STAR WARS Industrial Light and Magic more than live up to the precedent set by those films while the dragon is films true star.
Eragon Review
Given the hugely successful film adaptation of another certain fantasy trilogy, it is perhaps unsurprising that film studios are picking similar novels to adapt to the big screen. "Eragon", the best selling first part of a new fantasy trilogy, is the latest of these novels to be selected. As the book was immensely popular amongst children, the film version is hoping to be a hit this holiday season, but does it succeed?
Alagaesia is a land ruled by evil King Galbatorix (John Malkovich). Once a land of dragon riders, Alagaesia's harmony was distorted by its King's tendency for megalomania and Alagaesia is now a land of darkness, where peasantry is high and the public must serve their duty to the king. When Eragon (Ed Speleers), an unsuspecting farmboy, happens upon a Dragon's egg that was stolen from the King by warrior princess Arya (Sienna Guillory), the path of his destiny awakens. Guided by former dragon rider Brom (Jeremy Irons), Eragon sets out on adventure to save the princess and restore peace to Alagaesia.
"Eragon" has a fine mix of both experience and youth in its cast and one would hope that the picture would feel solid in terms of performances. Unfortunately, the balance doesn't feel right and although Ed Speleers looks right for the lead role his debut performance is questionable. Similarly, debutant director and special effects guru Stefen Fangmeier is able to illustrate his skills in the CGI department but fails to bring much cohesion to each scene. However, one must remember this is essentially a film for boys and young teenagers so while the crossover appeal doesn't work for all fantasy fans, it's safe to assume that riding dragons and casting spells will be more than enough for "Eragon" to captivate younger crowds this Christmas.
Special Features
Audio commentary from director Stefan Gangmeier, Deleted and extended scenes, Three featurettes, Storyboards, Edward Speelers' audion, Interview with author Christopher Pasolini, Animation guide, Trailers
Technical Details
Region 2
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
Sound: Dolby Digital
Production Year: 2006
Main Language: English
Genre: Science Fiction
Certificate: PG Parental Guidance
Director: Stefen Fangmeier
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