Top 10 Best Dream Works Movies That You Should Not Miss

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Kung Fu Panda

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Kung Fu Panda is an American animated film produced by DreamWorks Animation and first released in 2008. This is a comedy voiced by a talented and famous cast.

Basic information:

Year of release: 2008.
Director: Mark Osborne, John Stevenson.
Screenwriter: Jonathan Aibel, Glenn Berger.
Main voice actors:
Jack Black as Po (main character), a panda who loves martial arts.
Dustin Hoffman as Shifu, a monkey monk who teaches kung fu.
Angelina Jolie as Tigress, a martial arts practitioner.
Ian McShane as Tai Lung, a criminal.
Seth Rogen, Lucy Liu, David Cross, Randall Duk Kim and Jackie Chan also voice other characters.
Content:

"Kung Fu Panda" is about a panda named Po, who is engrossed in the dream of becoming a great kung fu master but in reality is a chef at a low-class noodle shop. However, Po's life changes completely when he is chosen as the Spirit Controller, who must face his greatest challenge: protecting the Valley of Peace from the intrusion of the dangerous criminal Tai Lung.

Under the guidance of monk Shifu and the support of other martial arts practitioners such as Tigress, Monkey, Mantis, Viper and Crane, Po must find a way to utilize his special abilities to become a true martial arts master. and fight against Tai Lung's brutality.

Genre: Animation, Comedy, Action, Adventure.
Number of episodes: "Kung Fu Panda" is an independent film, without episodes like in television series.
America.
IMDb score: 7.5/10 (based on August 13, 2023).
"Kung Fu Panda" received positive reviews from both audiences and critics, especially for its high-quality animation and message of patience, willpower and self-confidence. The film has spawned a series of sequels and related products such as animated films, comic books, and toys.

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Shrek

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Shrek is an American animated comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and first released in 2001. The film has become an icon in the animation industry and is loved by audiences worldwide. world.

Basic information:

Year of release: 2001.
Director: Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson.
Screenwriters: Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, Roger S.H. Schulman (based on the fairy tale "Shrek" by William Steig).
Main voice actors:
Mike Myers as Shrek, an eccentric ogre.
Eddie Murphy as Donkey, a comedic donkey.
Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona, Shrek's princess and love interest.
John Lithgow as Lord Farquaad, Shrek's enemy.
The film also stars many other actors such as Vincent Cassel, Jim Cummings, and Chris Miller.
Content:

"Shrek" tells about the journey of Shrek - an ogre who hates life in a far away castle. Shrek's peaceful life is turned upside down when Lord Farquaad, the leader of the nearby kingdom, orders the fairy tale characters to be exiled to a nearby forest. Shrek decides to fight back and goes to Lord Farquaad for help to get his space back.

At Lord Farquaad's castle, Shrek meets Donkey, a mischievous and humorous donkey. They take on a mission to rescue Princess Fiona from a mysterious tower, but they discover that Fiona hides a terrible secret. During the journey, Shrek gradually becomes friendly and opens up, and the friendship between him and Donkey also develops.

Genre: Animation, Comedy, Adventure.
Number of episodes: "Shrek" is a stand-alone film, with no season arcs like in television series.
America.
IMDb score: 7.8/10 (based on August 13, 2023).
"Shrek" created a completely new approach to animation. By combining elements of humor, action and messages of friendship and self-acceptance, the film has become one of the monuments of animation and continues to be loved by younger generations of audiences. until now.

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How to Train Your Dragon

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How to Train Your Dragon is a fantasy animation project produced by DreamWorks Animation. The first part of the film was released in 2010 and was based on the book of the same name by Cressida Cowell. Since then, the project has spawned several sequels, short films and a television series.

Basic information:

Year of Release: The first part was released in 2010, followed by sequels in 2014 and 2019.
Director: The first season was directed by Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois. The sequels were directed by Dean DeBlois.
Screenplay: The script for the first season was written by Will Davies, Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders. The sequels were primarily written by Dean DeBlois.
Main actor:
Jay Baruchel as Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III
Gerard Butler as Stoick the Vast
Craig Ferguson as Gobber the Belch
America Ferrera as Astrid Hofferson
Cate Blanchett as Valka
Jonah Hill as Snotlout Jorgenson
Kit Harington as Eret, Eret's son
Genre: Animation, Fantasy, Adventure.
Number of Movies: The project includes three main parts: "How to Train Your Dragon" (2010), "How to Train Your Dragon 2" (2014) and "How to Train Your Dragon: The Secret World" (2019).
Content:

The project revolves around a mystical Viking world where dragons are considered enemies and are hunted by the villagers of Berk. The story follows Hiccup, a young Viking boy who befriends a Night Fury dragon named Toothless. Despite initial conflict between dragons and Vikings, Hiccup and Toothless work together to change perceptions of dragons and eventually bring peace between the two species.

Throughout the installments, Hiccup and Toothless face many challenges, including battling dragon hunters and discovering a hidden dragon paradise. The relationship between Hiccup and Toothless is at the heart of the story, and their connection is a driving force in creating a better world for both dragons and humans.

Television Series:

The project also inspired a television series titled "Dragon: Race to the Border," which airs on Netflix. The series expands on the adventures of Hiccup, Toothless and their friends as they explore uncharted lands and meet new dragons and challenges.

IMDb Score:

"How to Train Your Dragon" (2010): 8.1/10
"How to Train Your Dragon 2" (2014): 7.8/10
"How to Train Your Dragon: The Mysterious World" (2019): 7.5/10
The "How to Train Your Dragon" project has received praise for its engaging characters, emotional storyline, stunning animation and message of friendship and acceptance. It has become a beloved series among audiences of all ages.

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The Prince of Egypt

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The Prince of Egypt is an animated musical film produced by DreamWorks Animation. Released in 1998, the film tells the biblical story of the life of Moses, who according to the Bible story led Jewish prisoners of war out of Egypt. The film is famous for its attractive graphics, strong storyline, and memorable songs.

Basic information:

Year of release: 1998
Directors: Brenda Chapman, Steve Hickner and Simon Wells
Screenplay: Philip LaZebnik
Main voice actors:
Val Kilmer voices Moses
Ralph Fiennes voices Rameses
Michelle Pfeiffer voices Tzipporah
Sandra Bullock voices Miriam
Jeff Goldblum voices Aaron
Danny Glover voices Jethro
Patrick Stewart voices Pharaoh Seti I
Genre: Animation, Music, Drama
Country: United States
Plot summary:

The film follows the Biblical story of Moses, who was born a Jewish prisoner of war but grew up as the son of Pharaoh Seti I with his adopted brother Rameses. As he grew up, Moses discovered his true origins and learned about the suffering of his people. After accidentally killing an Egyptian overseer who was mistreating a Jewish prisoner, Moses fled into the desert.

While in exile, Moses encountered a burning bush and heard the voice of God, who ordered him to return to Egypt to free the Jewish prisoners. With the help of his foster brother Aaron, Moses confronts Pharaoh Rameses, demanding the release of his people. The story describes the uncompromising struggle between Moses and Rameses, the ten disasters that Egypt suffered, and the Exodus of the Jews.

Music:

"The Prince of Egypt" is famous for beautiful songs like "When You Believe" which won an Academy Award. The film's score, composed by Hans Zimmer and songs by Stephen Schwartz, is instrumental in conveying the emotional depth of the story.

Receive:

The film received praise from critics for its graphics, plot and music. In particular, the film was praised for its respectful adaptation of the Bible story and its focus on themes of faith, brotherhood, and freedom. "The Prince of Egypt" has become a beloved classic, appealing to audiences of all ages.

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Madagascar

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Madagascar is a humorous animated film produced by DreamWorks Animation and released in 2005. The film revolves around the hilarious adventures of a group of zoo animals at the New York Zoo, after they fall in love. The flag was taken into the wild in Madagascar. The film is famous for its humorous situations, funny dialogues and lovable characters.

Basic information:

Year of release: 2005
Directors: Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath
Screenplay: Mark Burton and Billy Frolick
Main voice actors:
Ben Stiller voices Alex, the lion
Chris Rock voices Marty, the zebra
David Schwimmer voices Melman, the giraffe
Jada Pinkett Smith voices Gloria, the hippopotamus
Sacha Baron Cohen voices King Julien, the bat king
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Adventure
Country: United States
Plot summary:

The film tells about the life at the Central Park zoo in New York of four animals: Alex - lion, Marty - zebra, Melman - giraffe and Gloria - hippo. Alex is a zoo star who loves attention and circus acts. Marty spent his entire life in the zoo and wanted to experience the outside world. Melman always finds himself sick, while Gloria is confident and cheerful.

Marty decides to leave the zoo to fulfill his dream of going to Madagascar. However, Alex, Melman and Gloria decide to follow behind to make sure he doesn't get into trouble. After a series of funny and sad situations, all four animals are swept into the sea and arrive on the deserted island of Madagascar, where they must find a way to survive and integrate with the wild animals.

Receive:

"Madagascar" is loved by audiences of all ages with its slapstick humor and positive messages about friendship, loyalty and facing hardships. The film was also a commercial success, helping to launch a series of sequels and spin-offs.

Next parts:

"Madagascar" has since spawned a series of sequels and spin-offs, including "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" (2008), "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" (2012) and "Penguins of Madagascar" (2014). , focusing on the characters Bat King Julien and the penguins.