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To Kill a Dragon
1988·Movie
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High energy, funny.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Cathartic and nostalgic
- Catharsis8
- Nostalgia7
- Pathos6
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody8
- Dark Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Fantasy, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
To Kill a Dragon is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumCathartic and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's cathartic and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighFantasy, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, politics, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Dragon is a bloody dictator, who kills every opponent. People live hopelessly, until Lancelot comes to save the beautiful Elsa. Lancelot can only win, if all people become free from fear, that is feeding the Dragon's power. Dragon's multiple personalities, ranging from a "dragon" to a "samurai" to a "Nazi", scare the hell out of all people, except Lancelot. Finally Dragon drops all his masks, to become the most dangerous of his incarnations - "himself". And the battle begins
Fantasy AllegoryPolitical SatireDragon TyrannyOvercoming FearSoviet EraMoral StruggleGood vs EvilLiberationTotalitarianism
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Is To Kill a Dragon worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is To Kill a Dragon rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is To Kill a Dragon?
2 h 3 min
To Kill a Dragon runs 2 h 3 min.
What language is To Kill a Dragon in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in XG, Russia.
What tropes does To Kill a Dragon use?
The Revolution Will Not Be CivilizedKick the Dog10-Minute RetirementHappiness in SlaveryObfuscating StupidityNeutral No LongerLa RésistanceThat Man Is DeadBadass BoastDragon AscendantButt-MonkeyCombat Pragmatistand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for To Kill a Dragon, including The Revolution Will Not Be Civilized, Kick the Dog, 10-Minute Retirement.