3D Movies: The New Fad

It looks like Alice in Wonderland took in over $100 Million this weekend, of which a large percentage likely came from 3D screens. Just a couple years ago, 3D movies were occasionally released and were typically CGI cartoon films. Movie theaters with 3D capability were relatively uncommon.....

Now however a great majority of movie theaters have at least one 3D screen. On top of that more and more movies are being filmed and released in 3D. Avatar's huge success has made certain the future of cinema will include 3D. No longer is it a gimmick in cartoon films now all film studios are going to consider releasing their movie in 3D.

Months ago, before Avatar was released, Guillero Del Toro blogged that there was no way he would film his Hobbit films in 3D. Yet earlier this week I saw in the news that the studio is pressuring for it to be added.

Later this fall television makers will start releasing 3D televisions for purchase. In anticipation of this already multiple networks have stated they will have programming in 3D and perhaps even 3D only channels. The televisions will require you to wear 3D glasses at home...

Why?

I have enjoyed some 3D films in the past (the Michael Jackson, Muppets, and Terminator 2 3D all from theme parks come to mind), and even enjoyed seeing Avatar in 3D. However I would've felt the same about the film even if it wasn't in 3D. It all feels like such a gimmick to me and unfortunately one that is becoming more prevalent. There is no way I will purchase a 3D television. Sitting wearing the glasses on my couch has no appeal

What bothers me most is that the 3D is hardly ever "cool". Oo some plants have dimension. Wow. One comedian joked that he can see in 3D everyday, and does not need to see it on a movie screen. It is just an excuse to charge me extra money for an already expensive ticket. It doesn't make me feel more involved in the film.