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[Jazzman]

I just found out that there is a renovated single screen vintage theater here in Portland showing the digital 3D for $9, so I think we'll go there. The only way I'll see this film is in 3D, as that and its overall visuals are all that I'm interested in. Otherwise, it's just another "People are evil" film, which isn't worth more than a Netflix slot to me.

[Tref]

Originally Posted by Jazzman

Otherwise, it's just another "People are evil" film, which isn't worth more than a Netflix slot to me.

Yeh, I am tired of 'people are evil' movies, too. I want more 'animals are evil' films. Stupid animals.

[Nephythys]

Originally Posted by Jazzman

The only way I'll see this film is in 3D, as that and its overall visuals are all that I'm interested in. Otherwise, it's just another "People are evil" film, which isn't worth more than a Netflix slot to me.

It was a great movie. Not seeing it due to the so called "political" message is as stupid as not reading Harry Potter because it will make your kids turn to witchcraft.

[Jazzman]

Originally Posted by Nephythys

It was a great movie. Not seeing it due to the so called "political" message is as stupid as not reading Harry Potter because it will make your kids turn to witchcraft.

Not quite. Avoiding Potter because one thinks it will turn one to witchcraft is being both ignorant of the story's message and point as well as being foolishly superstitious. Not feeling inspired or drawn to see Avatar because one has no interest in neon alien hippy Smurfs is simply personal taste. Some people are inspired to go see certain movies, others are motivated to see others. I recently greatly anticipated the release of Boondock Saints II. Does that give me a right or reason to criticize those who did not find Boondocks an interesting draw and accuse them of being stupid? No, of course not, because not everyone is required to be pulled into the anticipation and excitement of the same things, even when those things become societal fad du jours. In other words, avoidance due to ignorance and opting not to partake due to lack of any interest at all are two entirely different things, and the latter is a completely innocent and respectable situation.

[BarTopDancer]

Originally Posted by Jazzman

$15.50 to see Alien Smurf Hippies!?! I don't f-ing think so!

Worth every penny of the $16.50 I paid for Spectrum IMAX. And I'm still unemployed. Woohoo for fiscal irresponsibility. Oh wait, I'm an evil liberal so you'd expect nothing less.


My review:

Loved it. It kept my undivided attention nearly the entire way through. I looked at my watch only once and not because my attention was waning, my back started hurting.

It was visually stunning, I didn't have an issue with any of the acting or effects. I just wish someone had warned me that they'd show [CGI] animals on [CGI] fire. That really bothered me.

Oh and that big 'ol dose of corporate guilt tossed in for good measure. I didn't get any religious or political message out of it. Nor did I think "Smurfs", "Pocahontas", "Fern Gully" or "Danced with Wolves". I did think "ooo Stargate" when they linked but otherwise I was to busy being in awe over the pretty on the screen.

[Jazzman]

Originally Posted by BarTopDancer

Worth every penny of the $16.50 I paid for Spectrum IMAX. And I'm still unemployed. Woohoo for fiscal irresponsibility. Oh wait, I'm an evil liberal so you'd expect nothing less.

Umm... okay.


Glad you enjoyed the movie.