Ant-Man and the Wasp 3D Movie Review

July 06, 2018 by adolph vega in 3D, 3D or 2D, Ant-Man and the Wasp, 3D Movies, Marvel Cinematic Universe, 3-D Movies, 3-D Films, 3-D Cinema, 3d Movie, Antman, Antman & Wasp Quantumania, Antman 3

Ant-Man and the Wasp

3D Movie Review

Written By: Adolph Vega

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3D

Depth based 3D is the main star of this show and it works well for this movie. The depth gives the viewer a greater sense of scale which is an important factor for a movie where the main characters can shrink and or become gigantic. Pop out 3D is rarely used within this movie. One car chase toward the end of the movie looks especially strong in 3D. Other CGI scenes in the quantum realm also look very nice in 3D. The 3D aspect is always present but not always apparent and in many scenes it’s fairly subtle. One interesting use of the 3D is how they present the character of the Wasp when she is flying around in a miniature state. It appears that the wasp character is in a different layer of 3D and doesn’t easily blend in with the background. Many people may not catch this detail, but I did and found it to be ingenious. I imagine watching this movie in 2D it might be difficult at times to see the Wasp buzz around because she might blend in with elements of the background. The 3D never wows the audience but it’s a nice visual enhancement and I can recommend it.

Final Verdict: Good 3D

Movie

Ant-Man and the Wasp is the direct sequel to the 2015 Ant-Man movie but in many ways this movie is also a mini sequel to Captain America Civil War. For anyone wondering this movie takes place shortly before the events of Avengers Infinity War but is relatively self-contained. Ant-Man (Scott Lang) is in house arrest after being caught fighting with the Avengers. Dr. Hank Pym has needs the assistance of Scott Lang in getting a specialized quantum part to help him in a personal mission within the quantum realm. A villain called Ghost wants the specialized quantum part and attempts to intercept it from Dr. Pym, Ant-Man and the Wasp. The movie has a secondary villain which is a gangster that wants to use Hank Pym’s advanced technology for his shady purposes . Another antagonist is the FBI which is keeping track on Scott Lang and wants to make sure he stays at home. The movie has allot of things happen at the same time .

Easily the best aspect of the movie is the comedic element . I haven’t laughed this often or this hard in years. The jokes and comedic elements feel natural because of the excellent dialogue, writing, and excellent character moments. The comedic aspect is interwoven brilliantly into the action scenes. Speaking of which I found the action scenes to be very well executed and clever . The movie fully utilized the micro / macro element of the characters and scenario. The original Ant-Man movie was a very funny movie but I thought this movie was funnier.

Sadly the plot is the weakest aspect of the movie. The movie juggles many story aspects and sadly drops the ball on a few key plot points. The idea behind the ghost villain is intriguing but the execution of this character is fairly generic and underwhelming. The secondary villain is poorly acted and is mostly frivolous. The FBI element is a somewhat fun game of cat and mouse. Will they or won’t they catch Scott Lang this time ? The FBI dynamic is cute at first but they over do it. The movie is overstuffed with too many characters and unnecessary subplots that are underdeveloped and simply not needed.

Overall I really enjoyed the movie despite its flaws. The comedic aspect and action are superb . The story sadly falls apart and is subpar.

Final Verdict: 7/10

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Avengers Infinity War 3D Movie Review

April 27, 2018 by adolph vega in Avengers, Avengers Infinity War, 3D, 3D or 2D, 3D Movies, Marvel Cinematic Universe

Avengers Infinity War 3D Movie Review

Written By: Adolph Vega

3D

Simply put “Avengers Infinity War” looks fabulous in 3D. I watched this movie in IMAX 3D and I was blown away. The 3D in this movie looks incredibly crisp and bright. This movie was made for 3D. Dozens of scenes use pop out 3D in fun ways. Several scenes use 3D depth for a greater sense of scale. The 3D in this movie is not perfect and has some minor issues. A few scenes are darkly lit, and 3D and darker scenes don’t work well together. These scenes are few and far between so it doesn’t sour this overall excellent 3D presentation . The 3D usage is especially fascinating in the final scenes of the movie. I can’t really discuss this without massive spoilers, but needless to say I was both stunned and impressed. The 3D element of “Avengers Infinity War” doesn’t feel like an after thought. The 3D and the story elements of “Avengers Infinity War” go hand in hand for an unforgettable cinematic 3D experience. I applaud the brilliant use of 3D visuals within this film . I don’t want to see this movie in 2D. I strongly suggest experiencing this movie in IMAX 3D. This movie was shot entirely with digital IMAX cameras so watching this in a IMAX theater is ideal. Overall this is a MUST WATCH IN 3D movie, and I shall give it my highest recommendation.

Final Verdict: Great 3D , Editors Choice 3D Award

Movie

“Avengers Infinity War” is the amazing capstone of nearly 10 years of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. I walked into the movie theater with the highest expectations, and I left the movie theater stunned and shook to my core. Wow this movie is epic. I was worried that no movie could manage such a huge cast, and this movie feels perfectly balanced and gives everyone meaningful screen time and lines. Thanos is the villain of this movie and he is perfectly executed by Josh Brolin. The motivations for Thanos are clearly presented and his arguments are both interesting and well conceived. Thanos is a strong villain because of his abilities and for his presence on screen. Thanos is the greatest Marvel Cinematic Universe villain. This movie has it all. This movie has an excellent comedic element. The movie has heart and many touching performances and scenes. The movie knows when to slow down and have excellent character scenes. The movie has amazing action set pieces that are truly epic. The action choreography is simply incredible. The superb fight scenes are second to none and are breathtaking and exciting to watch. This movie is extremely entertaining and is a pure delight. This movie is truly something special and Marvel has done it again. This movie not only lives up to the hype, but it exceeds it. The stakes are extremely high in this movie and I loved the many bold choices that were made in this movie. That being said the movie leaves the audience with many obvious questions and unresolved issues. It doesn’t bother me because I feel like they completed the story that was presented. I want to see this movie again and again. It left me wanting more and I am confident that future Marvel movies will deal with the aftermath from this movie. The movie does an excellent job of being semi self contained and building upon the previous Marvel movies. Ultimately this movie feels both satisfying and earned and is the perfect accumulation of the entire Marvel Cinematic movie Universe. I laughed, I cried, I cheered, and I was thoroughly entertained from beginning to end as I watched “Avengers Infinity War” . This movie is the best Marvel movie within the Marvel Cinematic Universe and boldly pushes the franchise forward in interesting and compelling ways. I could not have asked for or wanted a better movie than “Avengers Infinity war”. This is one of the most amazing movies that I have seen in years; in fact this might be one of my favorite movies of all time. “Avengers Infinity War” is the most ambitious movie of all time and it completely succeeds in every regard. “Avengers Infinity War” might be the greatest & most entertaining movie of all time. With the highest praise that I can possibly give, I must give this movie a perfect score. “Avengers Infinity War” is one the greatest achievements in the history of cinema, and I applaud Disney for making such a marvelous movie.

Final Verdict: 10/10 , Editors Choice Movie Award

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Black Panther 3D Movie Review

February 20, 2018 by adolph vega in Black Panther, 3D or 2D, 3D Movies, Marvel Cinematic Universe

Black Panther 3D Movie Review

Written By: Adolph Vega

3D

The 3D visuals for Black Panther are a nice but unnecessary addition to this movie. The 3D really shines with two close combat scenes on a waterfall. The movie has many darkly lit scenes and sadly darkness don’t compliment 3D. These darker scenes hamper what could have been an excellent 3D presentation. Pop out 3D is used occasionally for a few fun scenes. However 3D depth is the real star of this show. The sense of scale is dramatically enhanced with 3D depth in many scenes. The movie looks sharp and vivid in 3D. Overall I enjoyed watching this movie in 3D, but it never wowed me.

Final Verdict: Good 3D

Movie

Black Panther is a fascinating movie. Black Panther is unlike anything I have ever previously seen. This movie embraces African culture, futuristic technology and feels new and different but also fits the enjoyable Marvel formula. I enjoyed the deeper themes that are present within this story. Those deeper themes are intelligently interwoven into this story and elevate this movie. These themes make for a more interesting narrative and don’t feel overly preachy. The movie is self contained so you don’t need to watch any of the previous Marvel movies or read any specific comic books to enjoy this movie.

The story of Black Panther takes place in Wakanda. Wakanda is a fictional highly advanced isolated African nation. T’Challa is the main character of this movie. T’Challa will soon become the new king of Wakanda. First T'Challa must prove his worth to become the king. If he becomes the king of Wakanda how will lead this country forward? For the most part the movie flows well from scene to scene, but at times it can feel slow. The movie does a superb job of world building and setting up its premise. The movie has a large cast of enjoyable and memorable characters. The movie does have some minor plot holes. Some story elements feel contrived and fall a little too perfectly into place.

I really enjoyed the two villains within this movie. Ulysses Klaue is a mercenary who has a metallic weaponized arm and wants to steal vibranium from Wakanda. Vibranium is a extremely powerful fictional metal that Wakanda is rich in. Ulysses is a fun character because he is well written, and commands of the scenes that he is in. I found Ulysses Klaue to be compelling and fun antagonist. Killmonger is a very shakespearian character with close ties to the royal Wakandan family. Killmonger is a very sympathetic character. The motivations for Killmonger are well formed and I really liked his dialog. Killmonger is possibly the best and most fully developed villains in the Marvel cinematic universe. I enjoyed both villains within this movie and they both engage significant character development for T’Challa.

The movie is beautiful to watch both because of the excellent cinematography and enjoyable special effects. The movie showcases many gorgeous locations and has a style that is unlike anything I have ever seen in a movie. The futuristic technology the movie presents looks different, but is not far fetched. The action scenes are well executed and are fun. The camera likes to pan around the scenery and give the viewer a unique perspective. The color palette , costume design, makeup and sets are all top notch and some of the best Marvel Studios has ever done.

Overall the Black Panther movie is a massive success. The movie has it all, excellent story, enjoyable characters, and many fun action scenes. I have minor issues with the plot, but all things considered I loved this movie. Black Panther is easily one of the best Marvel movies and it shouldn’t be missed.