Review of Dragonslayer (1981) by Ilene S — 13 Jul 2007

Maybe a little corny, but still delightfully innocent.

This review of Dragonslayer (1981) was written by Ilene S on 13 Jul 2007.

Dragonslayer has generally received positive reviews.

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One of the best of the 1980s' slew of Sword and Socerer films, this one is still fun to watch with some interesting subtexts under the story…

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By Reymondo L (5) on 13 Sep 2014

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By Craig C (655) on 20 Sep 2014

Thirty years later, and still the best dragon fantasy with the most realistic monster. And no CGI. A classic…

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