1. Zach Russo
Berta Flath
CSIS

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3-D enhances the illusion of depth perception.
Prominently featured in the 1950’s
3-D’s “Golden Era”

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Revival from 1960-1984.
Mainstream Resurgence from 2003-Present.
“Avatar” played a huge part in revitalizing 3D.

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3-D: An art form or a gimmick?
Is it the best way to enhance
movies?

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3-D immerses you in the movie.
Not just the occasional random object.
3-D is part of cinema’s evolution.

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Conversion is a far cry from true 3-D.
Reports of motion sickness.
IMAX is gaining popularity.

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Many older movies are re-released in 3-D.
“Titanic 3-D” timed with anniversary of
sinking.
Did the rest of these have a good reason?

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12
10
8
Yes
6
No
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2
0
Motion Sick?
Not need 3-D?

9. Top 25 Biggest Films Ever
3-D
Not 3-D

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20
15
10
5
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Yes (1st) 3-D (2nd)
No (1st) IMAX (2nd)

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The answer is “No”.
Most believe that 3-D is a gimmick.
Most are a cash-in.
3-D is not the best way to enhance moviegoing.

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http://www.physics.org/article-questions.asp?id=56
http://www.welcometo3d.tv/the-1950s-golden-era-of-3d/
http://www.rollingstone.com/movies/news/can-gravity-save-3d20131012
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/clash-titans-directorcalls-3d-559105
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/09/health/09really.html?_r=0
http://boxofficemojo.com/