Are 3D movies worth it on 2D DVD?
Are 3D movies worth it on 2D DVD?
Are 3D movies worth it on 2D DVD?
With new 3D feature films being released on DVD every day, such as Alice and Wonderland, many are asking if these blockbusters are worth seeing again on 2D DVD and Blu-ray.
With innovative plot twists, Tim Burton's new take on Lewis Carroll's novel has a star-studded cast which should see the film flying off retailer's shelves.
But what remains in question is whether the visuals will be quite as spectacular when stripped of the third dimension.
The 3D phenomenon has really boomed in the film industry recently and been bolstered by promotions from online DVD rental companies such as Lovefilm.
From a rather tacky eighties joke, 3D titles now make their way on to billboards every week.
It is rumoured that the sudden craze has been triggered by mounting film piracy.
The stunning graphics of 3D films cannot be replicated through pirate DVDs or online streaming (some would argue they can't even be replicated with legitimate DVD rental discs) so many have been enticed back to the cinema.
But with the titles now coming out on DVD, this brain-wave may well have backfired.
Some are predicting that success of 2D releases will depend on movie genre.
Action films are likely to not suffer massively.
James Cameron's Avatar was a huge success, scooping up three Oscars and making record sales in box offices.
Due to the generally stunning nature of the film, Blu-ray and DVD sales have also soared.
Perhaps this is a flawed example as the film was such a success and other 3D action films such as Sanctum may not do quite as well.
3D horror films on the other hand are likely to suffer very much from being sold in 2D.
Whilst feature films such as My Bloody Valentine and Final Destination IV were successful due to their literally 'in-your-face' gore, the main effectiveness will be lost in 2D.
Piranha 3D and other 3D horror films which on their way could well suffer from the same problems.
3D animation on the other hand is likely to do quite well on DVD.
Pixar's first 3D release Up was very successful in theatres and its careful balance of beautiful visuals and moving storyline will have many keen to see it again, even in 2D.
Toy Story 3 has been long-awaited by many Pixar fans.
Many are expecting a masterpiece worthy of the Pixar team, to match titles such as Monsters Inc. and Finding Nemo.
It is likely that classics such as these are accessible to all, in every dimension.
However, Ice Age 3D was conversely very reliant on the 3D visuals and it is doubtful whether this will appeal as much on 2D DVD and Blu-ray.
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