High Definition (HD) television is making its way into more and more homes in the U. S. The picture quality is second to none, and screens are getting bigger and cheaper. Families can purchase high definition disks and players, surround sound systems and a large television and have a theater like experience at home. With the economy slowing, less and less people are shelling out money for movie tickets. The environment is nicer, and a family can watch movies with an almost equivalent experience right from the comfort of their own homes. So, what are movie studios to do in order to keep customers? Why, return to 3 Dimensional (3D) movies of course.
3D movies have been around for many years. In the 1950s theater goers would flock to theaters in order to see their favorite stars “pop” off the screen. However, the technology always left something to be desired, and has been more of a gimmick than the norm. However, with the movie industry hurting, and the technology improving, studios are once again jumping on the 3D bandwagon.
Admittedly, I’ve never been to a major studio release of a 3D movie, I’ve only been on the Ripley’s 3D ride (disappointing), but I’ve always been interested in the technology. So, when I heard that the Super Bowl would feature a commercial for an upcoming movie in 3D and that a show that I like (Chuck) would be shown in 3D, I was excited!
When the time came, and the television prompted me, I placed my glasses on with much anticipation, and initially, disappointment. The glasses I picked up for free at the local dollar store looked strange at first, and the television just looked strange. However, the more I let my eyes relax, quit looking for things to literally jump out of the screen at me, the better it looked! I watched as all of a sudden my television had depth! It was a very cool experience, and I’ve already set my DVR to record Chuck tomorrow night. HD plus 3D, what a great combination! Some companies are working toward the eventual goal of 3D television without the glasses, and I’m sure that day will come. Until then, you can see me in my dorky paper glasses enjoying what is shown on television. How about you? Any experience with 3D or thoughts? Leave me a note and let me know what you think.
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The only movie I’ve seen in 3D was Bolt, and it was very disappointing. I left with a headache and feeling ripped off for paying an extra $5 for some blurry glasses. The only 3D that ever impressed me was the Muppet ride at Disney World, that was actually fun.