MartianArchaeologist

31 May 2014, 14:34

mr.k.c.w.

30 May 2014, 15:35

For some reasons, I just can't shake off the feeling that HTTYD2 will not be able to touch me like HTTYD did.

I love this thread. I think here's what mr. k.c.w. is trying to say, and you're getting the perspective of someone who's like, *old* -- When you're an adolescent, like when I was 14, you come across a certain movie that hits you between the eyes, in the heart, and, erm, a lot of other places. You *imprint* on it. It's transcendent. You obsess on it, you want to soak in it. It colors your outlook from that moment and to the end of your life. Usually if it's a science fiction or fantasy movie it changes you for the better. Gives you a tool to understand life, and handle it better, before your brain has developed enough that you can handle it as an adult.
This movie makes you feel as if you belong, and as if something belongs to you. You Understand Now. As if you've added a core component to your very being.

For mr.k.c.w, this movie is "How to Train Your Dragon."

For Dean DeBlois that movie is "The Empire Strikes Back." And he was so touched by the experience that it's inspired him to make "How to Train Your Dragon 2."

Hells yeah, I'm seeing it in the theaters.

MartianArchaeologist

31 May 2014, 14:34

mr.k.c.w.

30 May 2014, 15:35

For some reasons, I just can't shake off the feeling that HTTYD2 will not be able to touch me like HTTYD did.

I love this thread. I think here's what mr. k.c.w. is trying to say, and you're getting the perspective of someone who's like, *old* -- When you're an adolescent, like when I was 14, you come across a certain movie that hits you between the eyes, in the heart, and, erm, a lot of other places. You *imprint* on it. It's transcendent. You obsess on it, you want to soak in it. It colors your outlook from that moment and to the end of your life. Usually if it's a science fiction or fantasy movie it changes you for the better. Gives you a tool to understand life, and handle it better, before your brain has developed enough that you can handle it as an adult.
This movie makes you feel as if you belong, and as if something belongs to you. You Understand Now. As if you've added a core component to your very being.

For mr.k.c.w, this movie is "How to Train Your Dragon."

For Dean DeBlois that movie is "The Empire Strikes Back." And he was so touched by the experience that it's inspired him to make "How to Train Your Dragon 2."

Hells yeah, I'm seeing it in the theaters.

micromys

31 May 2014, 23:11

Since there are people doubting whether or not to see it on the big screen -- I'd encourage you to, if you can! I saw the first one in theatres ten times, and once in IMAX. I basically never watch movies in IMAX, just not worth the cost generally. But HTTYD was such a good theatrical experience I was more than happy to get in as much big screen time as possible! And from what I've heard, the second one is also impressive that way. Don't miss out!

mr.k.c.w.

31 May 2014, 23:22

micromys

31 May 2014, 23:11

Since there are people doubting whether or not to see it on the big screen -- I'd encourage you to, if you can! I saw the first one in theatres ten times, and once in IMAX. I basically never watch movies in IMAX, just not worth the cost generally. But HTTYD was such a good theatrical experience I was more than happy to get in as much big screen time as possible! And from what I've heard, the second one is also impressive that way. Don't miss out!

It's not the problem of whether seeing it on the big screen, it's the problem of fearing that the movie can't connect to me like the first one did.

micromys

31 May 2014, 23:25

mr.k.c.w.

31 May 2014, 23:22

micromys

31 May 2014, 23:11

Since there are people doubting whether or not to see it on the big screen -- I'd encourage you to, if you can! I saw the first one in theatres ten times, and once in IMAX. I basically never watch movies in IMAX, just not worth the cost generally. But HTTYD was such a good theatrical experience I was more than happy to get in as much big screen time as possible! And from what I've heard, the second one is also impressive that way. Don't miss out!

It's not the problem of whether seeing it on the big screen, it's the problem of fearing that the movie can't connect to me like the first one did.

I know, my post wasn't directed towards you, but towards previous commenters. Sorry for the confusion!

mr.k.c.w.

31 May 2014, 22:46

MartianArchaeologist

31 May 2014, 14:34

mr.k.c.w.

30 May 2014, 15:35

For some reasons, I just can't shake off the feeling that HTTYD2 will not be able to touch me like HTTYD did.

I love this thread. I think here's what mr. k.c.w. is trying to say, and you're getting the perspective of someone who's like, *old* -- When you're an adolescent, like when I was 14, you come across a certain movie that hits you between the eyes, in the heart, and, erm, a lot of other places. You *imprint* on it. It's transcendent. You obsess on it, you want to soak in it. It colors your outlook from that moment and to the end of your life. Usually if it's a science fiction or fantasy movie it changes you for the better. Gives you a tool to understand life, and handle it better, before your brain has developed enough that you can handle it as an adult.
This movie makes you feel as if you belong, and as if something belongs to you. You Understand Now. As if you've added a core component to your very being.

For mr.k.c.w, this movie is "How to Train Your Dragon."

For Dean DeBlois that movie is "The Empire Strikes Back." And he was so touched by the experience that it's inspired him to make "How to Train Your Dragon 2."

Hells yeah, I'm seeing it in the theaters.

Yep, that's probably why I'm obsessed with How To Train Your Dragon. It really, like you said, *imprinted* on me. HTTYD also inspired me to do more theatrical and drama related things. I also became interested in voice work.

mr.k.c.w.

01 Jun 2014, 00:03

I was scrolling through the forum topics and I realized that no one has brought up this problem. Sure there's one that talks how bittersweet is going to be seeing the characters grow up but nobody actually brought up the point that I made above.

MartianArchaeologist

01 Jun 2014, 22:16

mr.k.c.w.

31 May 2014, 22:46

MartianArchaeologist

31 May 2014, 14:34

I love this thread. I think here's what mr. k.c.w. is trying to say, and you're getting the perspective of someone who's like, *old* -- When you're an adolescent, like when I was 14, you come across a certain movie that hits you between the eyes, in the heart, and, erm, a lot of other places. You *imprint* on it. It's transcendent. You obsess on it, you want to soak in it. It colors your outlook from that moment and to the end of your life. Usually if it's a science fiction or fantasy movie it changes you for the better. Gives you a tool to understand life, and handle it better, before your brain has developed enough that you can handle it as an adult.
This movie makes you feel as if you belong, and as if something belongs to you. You Understand Now. As if you've added a core component to your very being.

For mr.k.c.w, this movie is "How to Train Your Dragon."

For Dean DeBlois that movie is "The Empire Strikes Back." And he was so touched by the experience that it's inspired him to make "How to Train Your Dragon 2."

Hells yeah, I'm seeing it in the theaters.

Yep, that's probably why I'm obsessed with How To Train Your Dragon. It really, like you said, *imprinted* on me. HTTYD also inspired me to do more theatrical and drama related things. I also became interested in voice work.

Niiice. I have a relative who's quite a voice actor fan. Maybe she'll be adding your name to the list of people she cheers for soon!