Dragonslayer (1981)

A young apprentice sets out to kill the last dragon terrorizing a medieval kingdom — but what should be a simple heroic tale turns morally gray fast. This underrated gem blends practical effects, mature themes, and old-school adventure better than most of its big-budget peers. The dragon, Vermithrax Pejorative, remains one of the most realistic ever filmed. Pure 80s magic with surprising bite.

Rating: 4/5