(July 31, 2016 at 5:44 pm)pocaracas Wrote:(July 31, 2016 at 5:35 pm)The Gentleman Bastard Wrote: I have to (sort of) disagree. While some of the newer 3D films are using it as a gimmick (see the lame Oz film from Disney), using anything that can to have stuff "pop off the screen", many are using it to add a layer of realism. I haven't (yet) seen the lates Star Trek, but "Into Darkness" was a good example of that.
"Layer of realism"? alright.... it does add depth to the pictures... but it's mostly irrelevant to the story... hence my usage of "gimmick".
Mind you, I have no idea how you can make it integrate with the story as a way to make it relevant.
I'm in no way saying it a necessary part of enjoying a film. But, like CGI, it can make it easier to enjoy a film. Good 3d effects are at the stage CGI was 20 years ago. As the technology improves, it'll be integrated more and more seamlessly.
(July 31, 2016 at 5:44 pm)pocaracas Wrote: As it is, it just makes CGI or landscape scenes even more beautiful.Isn't that the point of any special effect?
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