
Cinema Drive
Cinema Drive is fueled by the films that spark in our souls. Our passion is exploring the power of film to engage, to transcend, and to endure. Each week, Ryan and Jason dig beneath the surface into the true intimacy of what makes a movie memorable. Cinema Drive exists to help us all more fully consider and deeply cherish movies.
Cinema Drive
813. People Just Want to See Dragons: Dragonslayer (1981) and DragonHeart (1996)
Guys...dragons spark the imagination. They have an enduring mystical quality that attracts audiences of all ages. Dragon flicks are the gateway for the sword and sorcerer genre, even if the stories themselves can get pretty tangled. Jason and Ryan kick back and revisit a couple of the most noteworthy tales (tails?) that burned themselves into fantasy filmmaking.
But honestly, at the end of the day? ...People just want to see dragons.
The Deep Question: You're partying at a Hollywood hang when you realize you're in the same group as Tom Cruise. As the conversation continues he suddenly decides to recreate one of his Mission: Impossible stunts but wants you to join him. Which one are you willing to try?
This Week's Features:
DragonHeart (1996)
Dragonslayer (1981)