Stormonu
NeoGrognard
The only reason to rewatch Krull is for the idea that getting married lets you hurl fire.
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The only reason to rewatch Krull is for the idea that getting married lets you hurl fire.
steeldragons
Steeliest of the dragons
Aw. C'mon. Granted, I haven't seen it in a number of years, but that oracle woman in the center of the crystal spider web...that was pretty darn cool.
For me, growing up, the bar of fantasy movies was set by:
Legend
Beastmaster
Conan (Barbarian & Destroyer)
The Dark Crystal
Willow
and the Rankin/Bass animated (1977) Hobbit and (1980) Return of the King films.
Krull, I remember enjoying at the time (on HBO probably) as well.
(Dune and the Star Wars trilogy, naturally, get the Sci-fi top slots)
For recent years, all three LotR's cannot be denied a well-deserved top slot. Enjoyed Eragon as well. I thought the "Wrath of the Dragon God" tv movie was...ok. Until the gods awful dragon special effects actually came up.
You can't do a fantasy film without expecting to spend on special effects. Cutting corners/taking the cheaper route simply CAN'T fly nowadays. The technology is there for seamless perfect effects. Use it or don't make a fantasy movie.
Unfortunately, as much as I loved Dragonlance growing up, I caught a clip or two of the "animated" story and read some reviews and simply cannot bring myself to watch it. I enjoyed the books and modules so much growing up...I don't want to see that joy destroyed.
<in a whisper>I've never actually seen the entirety of the original D&D movie (BAD fanboy! I know.) But am quite clear in the understanding that it is viewed as a remarkable failure by the bulk of fantasy-fans everywhere.</whisper>
As for a good NEW movie...I agree somewhat with Stormonu that time must be given to forget the folly...don't know if 15-20 years is really necessary.
But also agree with whoever it was that said that the only people who were really "turned off" by the original D&D movie were the RPG D&D fans to begin with. That being the case...any properly/well done film is going to get us all in the theatres to see it anyway...A) in hopes of another LotR epiphany/nerdgasm OR B) in hopes of another failed attempt that can be slandered endlessly amongst ourselves on the internet...since so many seem to enjoy that sort of rehashing thing.
So I think time enough has passed...both from the staggering disappointment of the first film and the staggering success of LotR.
I also agree with Mercurius that the Dragonlance Chronicles, for a dazzling high-budget fantasy epic, would be perfect. Strong characters. Well written and detailed world to exist in. Great spread of races and classes, use of magic and mystical creatures. I'll also site and concur with the point that you can do Autumn Twilight as a complete story and if it doesn't work out, you're done. If it does, you have 2 more films just sittin' there waiting for you.
This blends nicely with agreeing with Dannyalcatraz that a recognized NAME/personality from the genre should be associated with the film's title to help (though certainly not necessary) get fantasy/D&D/RPG fans into the seats. I think it pretty safe that most everyone familiar with D&D has at least heard of Dragonlance and could probably name a character or two from somewhere in the series.
'kay...think that's all I have on this...for now.
--Steel Dragons
For me, growing up, the bar of fantasy movies was set by:
Legend
Beastmaster
Conan (Barbarian & Destroyer)
The Dark Crystal
Willow
and the Rankin/Bass animated (1977) Hobbit and (1980) Return of the King films.
Krull, I remember enjoying at the time (on HBO probably) as well.
(Dune and the Star Wars trilogy, naturally, get the Sci-fi top slots)
For recent years, all three LotR's cannot be denied a well-deserved top slot. Enjoyed Eragon as well. I thought the "Wrath of the Dragon God" tv movie was...ok. Until the gods awful dragon special effects actually came up.
You can't do a fantasy film without expecting to spend on special effects. Cutting corners/taking the cheaper route simply CAN'T fly nowadays. The technology is there for seamless perfect effects. Use it or don't make a fantasy movie.
Unfortunately, as much as I loved Dragonlance growing up, I caught a clip or two of the "animated" story and read some reviews and simply cannot bring myself to watch it. I enjoyed the books and modules so much growing up...I don't want to see that joy destroyed.
<in a whisper>I've never actually seen the entirety of the original D&D movie (BAD fanboy! I know.) But am quite clear in the understanding that it is viewed as a remarkable failure by the bulk of fantasy-fans everywhere.</whisper>
As for a good NEW movie...I agree somewhat with Stormonu that time must be given to forget the folly...don't know if 15-20 years is really necessary.
But also agree with whoever it was that said that the only people who were really "turned off" by the original D&D movie were the RPG D&D fans to begin with. That being the case...any properly/well done film is going to get us all in the theatres to see it anyway...A) in hopes of another LotR epiphany/nerdgasm OR B) in hopes of another failed attempt that can be slandered endlessly amongst ourselves on the internet...since so many seem to enjoy that sort of rehashing thing.
So I think time enough has passed...both from the staggering disappointment of the first film and the staggering success of LotR.
I also agree with Mercurius that the Dragonlance Chronicles, for a dazzling high-budget fantasy epic, would be perfect. Strong characters. Well written and detailed world to exist in. Great spread of races and classes, use of magic and mystical creatures. I'll also site and concur with the point that you can do Autumn Twilight as a complete story and if it doesn't work out, you're done. If it does, you have 2 more films just sittin' there waiting for you.
This blends nicely with agreeing with Dannyalcatraz that a recognized NAME/personality from the genre should be associated with the film's title to help (though certainly not necessary) get fantasy/D&D/RPG fans into the seats. I think it pretty safe that most everyone familiar with D&D has at least heard of Dragonlance and could probably name a character or two from somewhere in the series.
'kay...think that's all I have on this...for now.
--Steel Dragons
I've heard of Dragonlance, but since I only used the campaign books as an ideas sourcebook for homebrews, I couldn't name a single NPC.
Mercurius
Legend
Let's not forget Excalibur, which is easily the best Arthurian movie ever made and one of my very favorite films. Evidently the X-Men/Superman dude is remaking it.
And of course there's The Princess Bride which is more of a comedy than a true fantasy.
I suppose we're talking about classic, epic fantasy and not other forms of fantasy (e.g. Pan's Labyrinth)?
And of course there's The Princess Bride which is more of a comedy than a true fantasy.
I suppose we're talking about classic, epic fantasy and not other forms of fantasy (e.g. Pan's Labyrinth)?
The only reason to rewatch Krull is for the idea that getting married lets you hurl fire.
I'd watch it to get the taste of Kris Kristofferson's Knights out of my eyes.
jonesy
A Wicked Kendragon
I grew up with fantasy like Ronia the Robber's Daughter (the uncensored tv version), and The Brothers Lionheart (which even as a child I thought was less adult than the book). Astrid Lindgren had a knack for writing stories which felt real. And Swedes seem to have a knack for filming stories which feel real. Compare to Let The Right One In.
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