The Bad Guys 2 3D Movie Review

August 01, 2025 by Jacob Scarberry in 3-D Cinema, 3-D Films, 3-D Movies, 3D or 2D, The Bad Guys, The Bad Guys 2, Bad Guys 2, Bad Guys

The Bad Guys 2

3D Movie Review

By: Jacob Scarberry

3D

Possibly the best 3D of the summer—if not the year (so far). No joke. While we’ve seen plenty of quality 3D films in 2025, there’s also been some surprisingly mediocre entries, even in the animated space. The Bad Guys 2 doesn’t have the single best 3D shot of the year (that title still goes to Elio’s opening scene, with the spaceship literally entering the audience), but it easily boasts the most consistent 3D experience of the summer.

Pop-outs happen regularly—brief, yes, but frequent. The depth is spectacular, and best of all, there’s not a single bit of ghosting. That’s saying a lot, given how common ghosting has been across this summer’s 3D slate.

My only real gripe? The editing and animation are so fast-paced, you barely have time to enjoy the pop-outs before they’re gone. I wish we could linger on some of them just a little bit longer. Still, this is without a doubt the editor’s choice for Best 3D of summer 2025.

Final 3D Score: 9/10, Editor’s Choice Award

Movie

Sequels are hard—especially in the family-friendly corner of Hollywood. Too often they’re just cash grabs, bloated messes with “more” crammed into every frame. But The Bad Guys 2 takes a smarter, less-traveled route: give us just enough more, without losing the charm, creativity, or heart of the original. And you know what? DreamWorks absolutely nails it.

The movie kicks off with a flashback: five years before the present day, the Bad Guys™ recruit hacker genius Ms. Tarantula to help infiltrate the mansion of—no joke—The Billionaire (yep, that’s actually his credited name). Mr. Wolf, Mr. Snake, Mr. Shark, and Mr. Piranha pull off the heist, stealing a prototype vehicle and evading the cops.

Fast-forward to the present. The Bad Guys™ are officially “good” now, but the world hasn’t fully forgotten their past. The car’s falling apart, bills are piling up, and legitimate jobs are nowhere to be found. Just as they begin questioning their new path, a mysterious new criminal—The Phantom Bandit—enters the scene.

Teaming up with their former nemesis-turned-Commissioner Luggins, the crew investigates, only to be framed and blackmailed by a new trio of villains. Their mission? Steal a smartwatch from billionaire space enthusiast Mr. Moon (Elon who?), and hijack his rocket in a bid to steal all the gold on Earth. So now it’s up to the Bad Guys™ to stop the plan, clear their names, and decide once and for all whether to stay good—or go bad again.

I’m honestly shocked by how good this was. Based on the trailers, I was fully expecting lowest-common-denominator fluff filled sequel. And yes, there are fart jokes—of course there are—but the film is surprisingly mature in some respects. It’s not just a flashy heist comedy where everything always goes according to plan. Things go wrong. Plans fail. And there are real consequences for the characters. That gives it a surprising edge and depth I didn’t expect from a “kids’ animated” movie—and I loved that.

Now, the heist plot itself isn’t revolutionary. It’s solid family fare, and there’s even a Silence of the Lambs parody randomly thrown in with Prof. Marmalade. It doesn’t all perfectly gel, but it’s undeniably fun and entertaining.

Visually, the film is stunning. The animation is rich and dynamic, with comic book-style flourishes and 2D embellishments that make the action pop. The voice cast is top-tier—Sam Rockwell, as always, is fantastic, and the rest of the cast delivers across the board. I also want to give a special shout-out to the sound design, particularly during the space scenes. Even without Dolby Atmos, the mix was superb—quiet moments in space with perfectly muffled low-end audio gave it a real sense of immersion.

My only real complaint? Some of the immature humor(seen in the trailer)—especially the fart gags—did make it into the final cut. Not an overwhelming amount, but enough that you notice. Teehee. Still, The Bad Guys 2 is easily one of the best family films of the summer. It’s clever, funny, action-packed, and manages the near-impossible: it stays just as good as the first movie.

With impeccable talent doing amazing work across the board, The Bad Guys 2 is a must-see —don’t miss out.

Final Movie Score: 9/10

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Official Website :

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Nezha 2 3D Movie Review

August 01, 2025 by adolph vega in 3-D Cinema, 3-D Films, 3-D Movies, 3D or 2D, Nezha, Nezha 2

Nezha 2 3D Movie Review

Written By: Adolph Vega

I watched the film with English subtitles in its original spoken language (Mandarin). This review reflects this experience.

3D

The 3D presentation in NeZha 2 is well-executed, with strong separation between layers and a great sense of depth throughout the film. Scenes are beautifully composed to take full advantage of the format, with immersive environments and characters that naturally stand out from the background. A particularly nice touch is how the subtitles are positioned on a higher 3D plane, making them feel integrated rather than distracting. The film also makes excellent use of slow-motion sequences, which are visually stunning in 3D, allowing viewers to fully appreciate the detail and artistry of the animation. While pop-out effects are used sparingly—mostly toward the ending—they add excitement (arrows flying toward the screen) without feeling gimmicky.

That said, the 3D could have been stronger. While the depth and separation are impressive, the overall effect sometimes feels restrained, as if the filmmakers held back. A few more dynamic pop-out moments or deeper layering in certain action sequences could have made the experience even more immersive. Another factor was limited availability—I only had access to one theater chain with a handful of screenings, so it’s possible that other potential setups (IMAX 3D, Dolby Cinema, etc) offer a stronger experience. Perhaps my theater was showcasing the movie in an imperfect way (I don’t know 🤷🏽‍♂️ ). One small disappointment was that the credits and mid-credits scene were presented in 2D only, making the transition feel a bit jarring. I did miss the 3D when I watched those scenes. Overall, the 3D in NeZha 2 is great, but falls just short of perfection.

Final 3D Score: 8/10

Movie

NeZha 2 came out of nowhere for me—I hadn’t seen a trailer and didn’t even know it existed until recently. Nezha 2 might be difficult to find in the US, but it’s absolutely worth seeking out.

The film opens with a short but effective recap of the first movie, making it easy to jump back into the story. That being said, watching the predessor is highly recommended to fully appreciate this sequel. The story revolves around evil dragons threatening the town. NeZha needs to stop the dragons, but currently he isn’t strong enough , requiring him to train, meet new allies, and gain power to face the threat. Unfortunately, the first half feels slow and repetitive, weighed down by prolonged training sequences and character interactions that don’t always add much to the story. While the comedy works well (a little gross and immature) and the character dynamics are enjoyable, the pacing drags early on. Perhaps due to my lack of familiarity with the lore, I found myself a little confused by how magic works in this universe. However, everything changes dramatically around the halfway point when an unexpected event shifts the tone completely. From this moment on, the film becomes far more engaging, with emotional stakes that resonate. Even though I don’t fully understand all the cultural and magical elements (I am American, and I didn’t grow up with this story), the storytelling remains gripping, and the voice performances are masterful, conveying raw emotion and gravitas. The film leans into well-worn anime tropes, but it executes them so well that they feel earned rather than cliché. The biggest issue is the sheer number of characters, many of whom feel undeveloped or exist solely to be defeated by NeZha. This movie made me cry on two separate occasions, and in both instances, it was earned. Nezha 2 may appear like just a basic action movie, but it has heart and some truly great character movements.

Visually, NeZha 2 is on another level. The animation is breathtaking, with fluid, high-energy action and stunning visual choreography that looks truly cinematic. This movie is simply too epic to be fully appreciated at home—it needs to be experienced in the cinema on the big screen. The film’s use of color, lighting, and movement elevates the experience, making even the slower moments visually captivating. The art is rich and it looks so detailed and beautiful. The final act was jaw dropping in its visual scope. Nezha 2 is a visually gorgeous animated movie that will surely amaze you with its superb visuals and excellent animation.

In the end, NeZha 2 far exceeded my expectations and is easily the best movie of 2025 (so far). If you do see it, stick around for the mid-credits scene (no post credits scene). This mid credits scene is both important to the story, and is laugh-out-loud funny . Simply put Nezha 2 is a must watch.

Final Movie Score: 9/10

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Jaws (Original 1975) 3D Movie Review

August 01, 2025 by adolph vega in Jaws 3D, 3-D Cinema, 3-D Films, 3-D Movies, 3D Movies, 3D or 2D

Jaws ( Original 1975 )

3D Movie Review

Written By: Jake Jarvis

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3D

Jaws (1975) is the movie that ushered in the summer blockbuster. In theory it makes perfect sense to do a 3D conversion of the original Jaws movie. Please don’t get this movie confused with the third Jaws movie which was released as Jaws 3D in 1983. Jaws 3D (1983) is terrible movie, but the 3D makes that movie fun and entertaining to watch. So how is it to watch the first and greatest Jaws movie in 3D? Unfortunately its not awesome. Don't get me wrong, it's fine for a conversion. It's nowhere as deep as Marvel's recent conversions and pales considerably to being filmed directly in 3D. The opening shark attack is too dark for good 3D depth. That being said the movie has several bright scenes in daylight that look nice in 3D. The movie also has some scenes on the water and underwater that look good in 3D. Overall the 3D aspect of Jaws (1975) is fine.

Final Verdict: 8/10

Movie

Jaws was an instant classic in 1975, and it's still a classic in 2022.

The plot of Jaws is fairly simple. A great white shark makes Amity Island its hunting ground a week before the fourth of July holiday. After a young woman's chewed torso washes up on shore, Sheriff Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, mayor Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) doesn't think the risk warrants losing the summer tourist income for the town. After a couple more shark attacks, the town finally hires scruffy fisherman Quint (Robert Shaw) to hunt down the killer shark. Brody and a marine biologist Hopper (Richard Dreyfuss), board Quint's boat and they all go to the sea and hunt down the great white. Jaws is one of the greatest movies of all time. Jaws has an incredible script that still works nearly 50 years later. Jaws has perfect casting with likable and relatable characters that all give wonderful performances. The score of Jaws is iconic and is some of John Williams best music.

Jaws is a must see movie for anyone interested in cinema or wants to watch a great shark thriller. If you can only see this in IMAX, go for it.