3D takes moviegoers to new level

Watching a film in 3-D provides an exciting and entertaining experience that is unique.
3-D was first introduced in the early 1900s and went through an experimental stage with low-budget films until 1950.

From 1950 to 1960, 3-D was a major hit with the public, but quickly fizzled out and lost its appeal.

With the release of  "Friday the 13th" and "Jaws 3-D Comin at Ya!" 3-D had a come back that lasted until 1985.

In recent years, 3-D is back and better than ever. With improved screens and glasses, viewers are offered the highest quality experience yet.

Recent movies such as "Avatar," "My Bloody Valentine," "Alice in Wonderland,"  "Disney's A Christmas Carol," "Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince," "Up," and "Jonas Brother Concert Experience" were all available with 3-D glasses on holographic screens.

Over the years, 3-D has evolved and become more effective, giving viewers a sensation of participating in the movie they came to see.

This technology makes action scenes, such as the "Avatar" character James Sully's first flight with his dragon Roku, more exciting and visually dynamic.

The difference between watching a car spin out of control in 2-D and a car spinning out of the control straight in your direction, lets the viewer become absorbed in the movie they are watching.

Even when a movie is not action-packed, 3-D can add dimensions to scenes of serenity and beauty.

3-D scenes in "Avatar" of characters walking through florescent forests is an image that will not be forgotten by fans.

When "Alice in Wonderland" was released in March 2010, millions of viewers chose to make a 3-D experience.

The famous scene of Alice falling down the rabbit hole into Wonderland was brought into a whole new realm.

Viewers found themselves dodging chairs, clocks, and lamps while hurling down the hole with Alice.

The thrilling sensation of narrowly escaping flying objects is a lot like riding a roller coaster at your favorite theme park.

The experience can be discomforting for some. There have been complaints about 3-D movies causing headaches or nausea.

However, it has been suggested that sitting a greater distance from the screen can help for viewers who sometimes feel discomfort.

Recently, 3-D viewing has made the jump from movies to televisions, video games, and a dedicated channel in the United Kingdom.

In the future, we can look forward to vivid entertainment experiences.
2-D now belongs in the past.