eye cinema 3d monsters v aliens

lampsie

For the nerdy types, herself spotted that Eye Cinema is doing a 3d presentation (Dolby 3d) this weekend. Haven't seen a recent 3d movie so rather intruiged about giving it a go...cue headaches and motion sickness hurrah!

http://www.eyecinema.ie/cinemas/timetable.asp?SessionID=6B60ED35B1994772BF88F1E0FA526745&cn=1&ci=2&ln=1&fi=5630|1014|0

TerrorFirmer

Going to go see it too. Can't believe they have this in 3D but not My Bloody Valentine, Bolt, etc...

krudler

Probably because MvA is actually good..

PirateShampoo

We are looking forward to seeing this our selves. This will be the first real 3d film, its made 3d and not just rendered afterwards like the 2 films mentioned above.

As far as I'm aware (I am not speaking officially so don't take what I say as the gospel truth) but the hopeful plan is that they are bringing back the movies that were supposed to be in 3D i.e. My Bloody Valentine, Bolt, U23D etc.

But yes, Monsters vs Aliens is going to be the first ever 3D movie screening in the Eye Cinema on Saturday.

Speaking officially though, more than likely it is going to be severely busy, so advanced booking is recommended so as to avoid any disappointment!

Mitch Connor

PirateShampoo wrote: »

We are looking forward to seeing this our selves. This will be the first real 3d film, its made 3d and not just rendered afterwards like the 2 films mentioned above.

As far as I know Bolt was made with the 3D tech in mind, also, Beowulf was certainly made as a 3D movie (was the only good thing about it). Coraline is another definite 3D movie, but i'm not sure if it has been officially released yet over here.

Spon Farmer

hi,

is that it?

surely Cineworld is getting the 3D version?

Spon Farmer

I e-mailed Cineworld.

"no plans at this time"

a**h*l*s

Eireann

Athlone cinema is also showing 3D MvsA from tomorrow

Digital Projectors were only installed yesterday so perhaps that was the story in Galway too.

shrapnel222

going to see this in dundrum tomorrow. looking forward to it

PirateShampoo

Mitch Connor wrote: »

As far as I know Bolt was made with the 3D tech in mind, also, Beowulf was certainly made as a 3D movie (was the only good thing about it). Coraline is another definite 3D movie, but i'm not sure if it has been officially released yet over here.

From wiki

"This is the first computer animated movie which will be produced in real 3-D instead of converting the film into 3-D after it is finished, which added $15 million extra to the film's budget."

PirateShampoo

Deleted User wrote: »

As far as I'm aware (I am not speaking officially so don't take what I say as the gospel truth) but the hopeful plan is that they are bringing back the movies that were supposed to be in 3D i.e. My Bloody Valentine, Bolt, U23D etc.

But yes, Monsters vs Aliens is going to be the first ever 3D movie screening in the Eye Cinema on Saturday.

Speaking officially though, more than likely it is going to be severely busy, so advanced booking is recommended so as to avoid any disappointment!

James Cameron has done a interview saying he will never make a 2d film again. He has a 3d film coming out at christmas which critics are saying will do to films what colour tv did to black and white.

Spon Farmer

shrapnel222 wrote: »

going to see this in dundrum tomorrow. looking forward to it

is that 3d

Spon Farmer

shrapnel222 wrote: »

going to see this in dundrum tomorrow. looking forward to it

i checked their site - thanks for the info

is dundrum a nice cinema

shrapnel222

Spon Farmer wrote: »

is that 3d

yes it is

Spon Farmer wrote: »

i checked their site - thanks for the info

is dundrum a nice cinema

i'd say it depends what screen room you're in but overall it's nice enough

Spon Farmer

shrapnel222 wrote: »

i'd say it depends what screen room you're in but overall it's nice enough

thanks.

Mikey23

Bit disappointed with the Eye to have special 3D prices - a €2.25 premium over than regular films! I'm with Mark Kermode on the "will 3D save the movie industry thing": it's grand and all, but hardly a revolution.

On the plus side, I suppose, it's better than the sly method some cinemas in England employed of advertising the same prices but charging a non-refundable deposit for 3D glasses!

cooperguy

Mikey23 wrote: »

Bit disappointed with the Eye to have special 3D prices - a €2.25 premium over than regular films! I'm with Mark Kermode on the "will 3D save the movie industry thing": it's grand and all, but hardly a revolution.

On the plus side, I suppose, it's better than the sly method some cinemas in England employed of advertising the same prices but charging a non-refundable deposit for 3D glasses!

Do you just have to buy the special glasses once and after that will the movies be the same price as any other movie?

Will the Corporate passes work for 3D Films or will it be like the luxury screen where you have to pay extra?

Spon Farmer

bedlam wrote: »

They have it listed as playing in 3d tomorrow and Sunday.

left hand, right hand, i guess.

this week-end is previews and next friday is general release, is that correct

Mikey23

cooperguy wrote: »

Do you just have to buy the special glasses once and after that will the movies be the same price as any other movie?

Will the Corporate passes work for 3D Films or will it be like the luxury screen where you have to pay extra?

Nope on the first Q. Check out the newly updated (& super long) prices sheet: http://www.eyecinema.ie/cinemas/prices.asp I'd imagine they'll work on the same principle as 3D movies in Imax cinemas - collect them at the door, drop them back after.

Looking at the pricing structure, I'd be surprised if they'll accept corporate passes on their own, but I'd love to be corrected. 2 tickets for €25 is a bit steep.

Spon Farmer

are there any IMAX cinemas in Ireland?

cooperguy

Spon Farmer wrote: »

are there any IMAX cinemas in Ireland?

No there was one in Dublin for a while but it closed down a few years ago.

cooperguy

cooperguy wrote: »

Do you just have to buy the special glasses once and after that will the movies be the same price as any other movie?

Will the Corporate passes work for 3D Films or will it be like the luxury screen where you have to pay extra?

I'm not 100% sure on if the Corporate passes will work. But just be prepared to pay some extra - just in case. I'll find out all details tomorrow.

I would just really like to add that I'm not speaking officially in any way, shape, or form. If you want more information ring on 091 780078 or email info@eyecinema.ie

BopNiblets

cooperguy wrote: »

No there was one in Dublin for a while but it closed down a few years ago.

Well no IMAX, but this will be in 3D in Cineworld on Parnell street.

shrapnel222

went to see it today with my son. i hadn't seen a 3D film since jaws 3. i was blown away. amazing stuff. the film is good but not great but still highly enjoyable. disappointed that they don't have adult and kid sized glasses though, as i basically had to hold them on my sons ears all film long

Mully

bedlam wrote: »

They have it listed as playing in 3d tomorrow and Sunday.

What is the situation with using the Unlimited card for 3D films ?
Is there any hidden extras, additional fee, fee for glasses etc ?

MayoForSam

Saw this today with my 2 kids in Letterkenny, I must admit the 3-D effects worked very well, the glasses were fine for all of us (I had to wear contacts though as I doubt they would have fitted over my specs ).

Definitely worth seeing on the big screen, however I don't see any reason why the same tech won't transfer to a decent home cinema set-up with a good size flat screen. The future - perhaps. No motion sickness either.

The movie itself was pretty good, some good funny moments too (the president character was a hoot). A couple of references to other movies in there too, Mars Attacks and Independence Day comes to mind. Not exactly Toy Story standard but a step up from some recent kid's animated stuff.

PirateShampoo

MayoForSam wrote: »

Saw this today with my 2 kids in Letterkenny, I must admit the 3-D effects worked very well, the glasses were fine for all of us (I had to wear contacts though as I doubt they would have fitted over my specs ).

Definitely worth seeing on the big screen, however I don't see any reason why the same tech won't transfer to a decent home cinema set-up with a good size flat screen. The future - perhaps. No motion sickness either.

The movie itself was pretty good, some good funny moments too (the president character was a hoot). A couple of references to other movies in there too, Mars Attacks and Independence Day comes to mind. Not exactly Toy Story standard but a step up from some recent kid's animated stuff.

You can by 3D ready tv's already. Wait intill next year and i say you will be seeing alot of new tv's coming out with it built in.

norrie rugger

is it wrong that i found susan super hot?

lostexpectation

review meh, awful zeitgeist jokes, can cartoons promote positive feminism but then draw their female chaarcters impossibly thin?

L31mr0d

norrie rugger wrote: »

is it wrong that i found susan super hot?

Yeah I was wondering what was going to happen to her wedding dress when she started to grow... she must have the same tailor as the Hulk

norrie rugger

L31mr0d wrote: »

Yeah I was wondering what was going to happen to her wedding dress when she started to grow... she must have the same tailor as the Hulk

I was thinking the same
*Edit* They could explain it away, that it was made from organic material and exposed to the same radiation *Edit*

Oh God, there is something wrong with me. Every one knows, that the only cartoon character that you are allowed to be attracted to is Jessica Rabbit


I actually enjoyed this. OK it is no Incredibles but overall I though that it was a good show. Used the Golden Gate Bridge better than X3, that is for sure.

The major weak character was actually

Alien dude

. So bad that I can not even remember his name

L31mr0d

Yeah it was weak, but then I go into Dreamworks CGI movies expecting to be either dissapointed or mildly entertained. The last 3D movie I seen was Bolt, and I actually prefered it to this, It started good, ended on a high, but it dragged for what felt like hours in the middle.

johnny_ultimate

Went to see this yesterday (3D) and thought it was pretty dull for the most part. There was a few great lines - "Get me the Government!" - but yeah the story was too forgettable, the characters - with the exception of Bob and Insectasorus (just for the sound design) - were pretty lazy. And also the old Dreamworks pratfall of pop culture references, although the integration of the ET theme into the soundtrack was clever. Also the humour was just too obvious most of the time. But after the high of Kung Fu Panda, Dreamworks are back into mediocrity.

Eireann

Corporate Tickets will not be accepted for 3D or any Digital Movie at that.

Premium Pricing in Athlone is €2 for Adults and €1.50 for Children.

There will be a new charge coming in of 50c per pair of glasses, you won't pay this if you reuse your own ones.