Dragonslayer
A sorcerer and his apprentice are on a mission to kill an evil dragon to save the King’s daughter from being sacrificed according to a pact that the King himself made with the dragon to protect his kingdom.
Critics Sentiment
Galen fights Vermithrax in the underground lake of fire
Vermithrax escapes and incinerates Brother Jacopus and his congregation
The film swings from the terrifying incineration of Brother Jacopus (4.5) to the highly praised first dragon battle sequence (9.0), a 4.5 point increase over 32 minutes.
Dragonslayer builds steadily from a solid but conventional opening to become increasingly dark and violent, culminating in universally praised dragon sequences that critics consider the best ever filmed. The film maintains strong sentiment through its practical effects and atmospheric medieval setting, though some plot elements and character deaths create temporary dips in audience reception. Overall, reviewers appreciated its mature approach to fantasy storytelling and technical achievements, despite some pacing issues.
Full cast
Peter MacNicol
Galen
Caitlin Clarke
Valerian
Ralph Richardson
Ulrich
John Hallam
Tyrian
Peter Eyre
Casiodorus Rex
Albert Salmi
Greil
Sydney Bromley
Hodge
Chloe Salaman
Princess Elspeth
Emrys James
Valerian's Father
Ian McDiarmid
Brother Jacopus
Roger Kemp
Horsrik
Ken Shorter
Henchman
Yolande Palfrey
Victim
Douglas Cooper
Urlander
Jason White
Henchman
James Payne
Urlander
Crew
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