Review of Eragon (2006) by Christina V — 07 Dec 2012

''There was a time when the fierce and beautiful land of Alagaësia was ruled by men astride mighty dragons. To protect and serve was their mission, and for thousands of years, the people prospered. But the riders grew arrogant, and began to fight among themselves for power. Sensing their weakness, a young rider named Galbatorix betrayed them, and in a single bloody battle, believed he had killed them all, riders and dragons alike. Since then, our land has been ruled by Galbatorix. He crushed all rebellion, including the freedom fighters known as the Varden. Those that survived fled to the mountains. There, they hoped for a miracle that might even their odds against the king. Our story begins one night, as Arya, an ally of the Varden, rides for her life, carrying a stone stolen from the king himself. ''.

A boy named Eragon comes in possession of a blue orb, and becomes engrossed in a mission to free the land after finding a dragon guardian.

Edward Speleers as Eragon is a newcomer. Wasn't sensational acting on his part but he can be forgiven for the material he's given. Pretty bland in his acting.

Jeremy Irons is Brom. Poor poor Irons first with Dungeons & Dragons now with this, his agent ought to be shot for this. Such a waste of his talent. Advisable to keep away from any Dragon movie for future reference. Redeems himself slightly by the killing off of his character.

John Malkovich as Galbatorix with his camp villianous acting surprisingly underused and disappointing his lack of involvement. Felt disconnected from the story.

Robert Carlyle as Durza did have some good moments of evil intent too in his acting but his character just reminded me of a more aggressive Grima Wormtongue LOTR character except far less interesting in all counts.

Djimon Hounsou as Dijhad, another fine actor wasted in this mess.

Rachel Weisz as the voice of Saphira the Dragon, instantly recognized her tranquil tones. Her involvement was the best thing in the film and that can't be a good sign.

It's got some good ideas but poorly structured and too often than not boring and unoriginal. I'm a great lover of fantasy films and this was a big let down.

If a sequel is done, key area's to improve on would be to concentrate on plot and acting.

Another example of Film Companies churning out another clone Fantasy motion picture.

Needed a much stronger execution and level of realism to keep audiences interested not stretched thin over 90 minutes which frankly feel like 3 hours due to dullness.

Frustrating that an imaginative film can be so unimaginative.