Review of Dragonslayer (1981) by Scott C — 05 Mar 2013

Terrific FX for its day, but something was missing.

This review of Dragonslayer (1981) was written by Scott C on 05 Mar 2013.

Dragonslayer has generally received positive reviews.

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What I commend Matthew Robbins for, other than his first name, are the classic images his cameras create in this swords and dragons adventure…

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By Ian Nathan (392) for Empire Magazine (3,326) on 26 Nov 2012

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Straightforward, David vs. Goliath storyline about a Sorcerers' apprentice who must save the day and slay a dragon…

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With a lack of likable heroes, this one really is all about its dragon, but isn't she a beaut…

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By William C (881) on 18 Apr 2014

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