The Lego Movie - 5/27/14
04-03-14, 03:20 AM
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re: The Lego Movie - 5/27/14
I don't believe it, because people happily pay a couple dollars extra to see it at theaters practically every time it's offered. I can only find two instances of 2D tickets outselling their 3D counterparts: Deathly Hallows 2 and Green Lantern. With DH2 it's easy to understand: DH1's 3D release was canceled and what was left was half of a 2-part movie that didn't match it's companion film, not to mention the other six films. So I'll give you Green Lantern. The people who thought it was a good idea to pay money to see Green Lantern seem to agree that 3D sucks. A major victory for sure.
It's no coincidence that the 3D backlash is largely championed by a group of consumers who invested in a pre-3D version of the tech.
It's no coincidence that the 3D backlash is largely championed by a group of consumers who invested in a pre-3D version of the tech.
2D tickets have been pretty consistently outselling 3D for a while now.
3-D hits an all-time low with 'Despicable Me 2'
I complained to the Marcus Theater chain last year when they started showing the 2D versions on their extra large "UltraScreen." They told me that 2D was greatly outselling 3D for most movies and it made more sense for them to put the 2D versions on the UltraScreen since it has the largest capacity. They have had a few 3D showing there since, like Gravity and Hobbit 2, but The Lego Movie played in 2D on the UltraScreen.
Plus Vizio dropped 3D from ALL of their TV's including the new 4K sets at the beginning of the year, and they sell more televisions than any other manufacturer in the US.
I'm someone who went HD before 3D was available, and I'm actually looking to get a second TV that will be 3D because I have so many 3D blu-rays in my collection. Most of us here are the exception and not the rule.
04-03-14, 07:09 AM
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Why do companies feel the need to include exclusive extras, alternate cuts, or amazing deals on the 3D blu-rays just to get people to buy in? Because they don't sell. If people wanted 3D they'd be flying off the shelves. Disney didn't even offer a 3D Frozen which was the biggest movie of the year.
04-03-14, 07:18 AM
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I don't believe it, because people happily pay a couple dollars extra to see it at theaters practically every time it's offered. I can only find two instances of 2D tickets outselling their 3D counterparts: Deathly Hallows 2 and Green Lantern. With DH2 it's easy to understand: DH1's 3D release was canceled and what was left was half of a 2-part movie that didn't match it's companion film, not to mention the other six films. So I'll give you Green Lantern. The people who thought it was a good idea to pay money to see Green Lantern seem to agree that 3D sucks. A major victory for sure.
It's no coincidence that the 3D backlash is largely championed by a group of consumers who invested in a pre-3D version of the tech.
If 3D had been part of the HDTV and Blu-ray spec we wouldn't be having this conversation.
As for this movie, I saw it in 3D only so I can only imagine all the jokes that the 3D faerie shot behind me and under my seat and outside of the auditorium so I'm looking forward to having all those hilarious jokes beamed directly into my eyeholes in that earnest 2D fashion I've come to love.
It's no coincidence that the 3D backlash is largely championed by a group of consumers who invested in a pre-3D version of the tech.
If 3D had been part of the HDTV and Blu-ray spec we wouldn't be having this conversation.
As for this movie, I saw it in 3D only so I can only imagine all the jokes that the 3D faerie shot behind me and under my seat and outside of the auditorium so I'm looking forward to having all those hilarious jokes beamed directly into my eyeholes in that earnest 2D fashion I've come to love.
Throw me in the camp of those who own a 3d tv w/glasses and yet has no interest in seeing these things in 3d. I think I've paid extra for 3d in a theater on 5 or 6 occasions (Avatar, Cave of Forgotten Dreams, Hugo, Gravity, Hobbit), which is a number far fewer than the times I've elected for 2d when there was a choice.
Wait a second though, all of that can't possibly be true...Guru Askew said so! Consider the above redacted.
04-03-14, 07:29 AM
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My local theater, which is 3D capable on every screen, has twice as many 2D showings as 3D for any given new release (including Captain America in tomorrow's listings). If 3D tickets were selling the way Guru seems to think, it would be the other way around. That one screen showing Cap is also the only one in the theater showing anything in 3D (Lego Movie, 300, and Need for Speed are all still screening, in 2D only)
Noah was converted to 3D, but was not even given a 3D release in the US, because the gimmick isn't really selling here anymore. It was only released overseas, where people ARE still paying for it.
Noah was converted to 3D, but was not even given a 3D release in the US, because the gimmick isn't really selling here anymore. It was only released overseas, where people ARE still paying for it.
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04-03-14, 11:23 AM
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3D is pretty much done. I always avoided it for kids films because my 3 and 6 year olds can't wear the glasses.
04-03-14, 12:08 PM
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I'm not a fan of 3D myself, just because my eyes aren't fond of the technology for the most part, but essentially chalking up any 3D backlash to jealousy because their equipment can't handle it seems like a stretch to me.
04-03-14, 12:34 PM
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I enjoy the look of 3D in theaters (I haven't tried it on a home setup yet) but I think the technology isn't advanced enough yet for quick-paced action sequences. It gets too jittery for my taste and I find you end up missing a lot of the action.
04-03-14, 01:22 PM
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I enjoy films that use 3D well, like Hugo and How To Train Your Dragon. Most films do not use 3D well, and most post-conversions are even worse. I tend to choose 2D for most movies in theater and at home, despite the fact that I am completely set up to watch 3D at home. But I evaluate it on a movie by movie basis.
04-07-14, 11:28 AM
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I'm spoiled by science fiction, I simply have no interest in 3D presentations until they're at least close to holodeck level (not joking). Until then, film is a 2D medium.
04-07-14, 11:59 AM
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Why do companies feel the need to include exclusive extras, alternate cuts, or amazing deals on the 3D blu-rays just to get people to buy in? Because they don't sell. If people wanted 3D they'd be flying off the shelves. Disney didn't even offer a 3D Frozen which was the biggest movie of the year.
04-07-14, 12:02 PM
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I am also 3D capable at home and outside of trying it once just to see what it looks like, I've never tried it again, and always opt for the 2D release.
Same with theaters, I go with the 2D version. As others have pointed out, 3D screenings are dropping faster every week, and if they ever showed a higher return, it's because tickets for the 3D showing were 20% to 50% more expensive, not because more people went.
04-07-14, 03:13 PM
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04-07-14, 03:47 PM
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Well, there was the initial article from Stitch Kingdom which stated that marketing materials had been obtained that indicated the release was forthcoming. If one emails WDSHE now and inquires about Frozen 3D, you'll get this:
So, it isn't an official announcement, but it's from Disney. The word "tentative" is important there, too.
Originally Posted by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment Consumer Relations
Hello [name],
Thank you for your email. We appreciate your interest in Frozen and are happy to help you today.
Frozen is not available on Blu-ray 3D at this time. A Frozen Digital 3D experience is currently available through VUDU.
Also, we’re shivering with excitement because we can now let you know that a Frozen 3D Special Edition is tentatively planned for later this year!
For upcoming release information, details about currently available movies, and more, please visit us online at http://movies.disney.com.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please reply to this email. You may also contact us at 1-800-723-4763 (Canada: 1-888-877-2843), Monday 9:30-7:30 and Tuesday through Friday 9:30-6:30 CST.
Sincerely,
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment Consumer Relations
US and Canada
Thank you for your email. We appreciate your interest in Frozen and are happy to help you today.
Frozen is not available on Blu-ray 3D at this time. A Frozen Digital 3D experience is currently available through VUDU.
Also, we’re shivering with excitement because we can now let you know that a Frozen 3D Special Edition is tentatively planned for later this year!
For upcoming release information, details about currently available movies, and more, please visit us online at http://movies.disney.com.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please reply to this email. You may also contact us at 1-800-723-4763 (Canada: 1-888-877-2843), Monday 9:30-7:30 and Tuesday through Friday 9:30-6:30 CST.
Sincerely,
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment Consumer Relations
US and Canada
04-07-14, 05:08 PM
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I don't know why people (especially people HERE) clamoring for a 3D version don't just import one. It's more expensive, but not prohibitively so if you really want it ($30 shipped through Amazon UK).
04-07-14, 06:03 PM
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I imported for the first time with Frozen. But I can understand why people don't do it if there's even an inkling of a domestic release. For a kids movie, not only is it more expensive, but if it comes with a DVD copy, that may be useless if one doesn't have a region free player, and a digital copy that may similarly be useless. Plus even the Blu-ray may be region locked.
04-07-14, 06:24 PM
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It's a matter of principle. I shouldn't have to import it; so, I won't.
04-08-14, 02:24 AM
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I have no issue importing. Especially since Frozen was available in 3D BD from the getgo everywhere except the US. As for the Lego movie, the UK 3D BD pre-order ended up cheaper than the US "Everything Is Awesome" release so I opted for that as well. Sure, UK BD's can oftentimes get shafted in terms of special features versus their US counterparts but I find myself rarely ever watching special features these days so it's no big loss for me. Of course, YMMV.
05-17-14, 01:03 PM
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i'm seeing the release date as june 17th
05-17-14, 01:19 PM
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/\ I believe May 27th is the digital sales and VOD date.
3 weeks later (June 17th) is the physical street date.
EDIT: Nevermind, May 20th is the digital date.
3 weeks later (June 17th) is the physical street date.
EDIT: Nevermind, May 20th is the digital date.
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05-18-14, 08:21 AM
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Yeah, it looks like the release date changed again and they pulled the link for the 3D version. Hopefully they are not pulling a Frozen.
05-18-14, 01:15 PM
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Amazon had the 6/17 date and was taking preorders up until a few days ago. Now, the price has been removed, the release date is gone and the "Sign up to be notified when this item becomes available." line is posted.
http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-Movie-Blu...rds=lego+movie
http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-Movie-Blu...rds=lego+movie
