Eragon by Stefen Fangmeier

Fangmeier, Stefen. Eragon. Twentieth-Century Fox, 2007. DVD. PG. 103 min. ASIN B000NA28I4

Plot

Ergaon believes that he is an ordinary farm boy but finds out that he is anything but ordinary. He lives in the Kingdom of Alagaesia, which is ruled by the evil King Galbatorix, a former dragon rider that betrayed his mates and his people in his hunt for power. When Eragon Uncle is killed by Galbatorix goons he finds himself alone and has to make it on his own. While in the farm he finds a blue stone which he thought was a rock but turns out to be a dragon egg that was sent by Princess Ayra. When the dragon Saphira is born Eragon meets his mentor Brom, an ex dragon rider who teaches him to ride and control his dragon and tells him of the powers that he has, which only work if the dragon is alive. Ergaon, becomes the dragon rider that is foreseen in an ancient prophecy that would set his people free from Galbatorix. Eragon meets the rebels Varden and together they fight against the evil sorcerer Durza and the army of Galbatorix to try to set his people free.

Critical Evaluation

The action and plot line of the story are very interesting and well done. The graphics are amazing and it draws the viewer into the story. The costumes and acting are portrayed perfectly and creates an attachment with the audience and its characters. When Saphira is injured the viewers feels empathy for both Eragon and her. The movie is not as long as normal fantasy novels which makes it more appealing to the younger audience whose attention is not as lengthy.
Reader's Annotation

Eragon, a 17 year old peasant farm boy, finds himself fighting to save his life and others from the evil Galbatorix. Eragon discovers that he is a dragon rider who has to save humanity.

Information about the Author

Eragon is Fanfmeir debut film which failed with critics.

Genre

Action/Adventure/Family/Fantasy

Curriculum Ties

English

Booktalking Ideas

1) How do you think being a Dragon Rider would feel?
a) Would you like to become a rider?

2) Discussion of medieval times

Reading Level/Interest Age

PG

Challenge Issues and Defense

Many Christian viewers took offense to this movie because of the blur between good and evil magic, and the violence.

http://www.christiananswers.net/spotlight/movies/2006/eragon2006.html

Defense: Saturn Awards: Nominated for Best Fantasy Film
Film has a strong female character and also shows good prevails.

Why included in selection?

Heard about the book, wanted to see the movie before reading it.