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Jules Vernes's classic novel gets a high-tech update thanks to star Brendan Fraser and special-effects-supervisor-turned-director Eric Brevig.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Dragonlord
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Format:Blu-ray
The Journey To The Center Of The Earth comes with two pairs of 3D glasses and watching the film in 3D really is amazing on my 42 inch Panasonic tv. I kept on finding myself moving from side to side as different things came flying towards me. Watching the film normally is just as enjoyable because it's such a good fun film, which is taken from a classic fantasy novel. Brendan Fraser always makes me laugh in his films and I can't wait to see The Mummy 3 which he stars in too. If you like your fantasy films fast paced with some humour then Journey To The Center Of The Earth is for you and, watch out for the fish they will make you jump out of your seat when you are watching it in 3D!
25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
10 years after the death of his brother, Trevor (Brendan Fraser) and his young nephew Sean find an old copy of Jules Verne's Journey To The Centre Of The Earth with various notes written amongst the pages. This takes Trevor and Sean to Iceland where they meet Hannah, their guide, and they begin their own journey to the centre of the Earth.
Yes, this is a kids film. Yes, this is very loosely based on the classic Jules Verne novel. Yes, the story is absolutely ridiculous, but who cares - it is just good fun! Anyone expecting a perfect adaption of the novel (or the 50's film) will be disappointed but if you watch it for what it is, it is exciting, action-packed and looks amazing in 3-D. I've seen other 3-D films on DVD (this is my first on Blu Ray) such as Shrek 3-D and Friday the 13th Part 3 and they didn't really work that well, maybe because they were done quite a while ago or because they weren't on Blu Ray - I don't know, so I was a little sceptical about getting this, but when I was watching it I was just so impressed with how good and three dimensional it looked that I couldn't stop saying to my friend how stunning it looked. It wasn't perfect though - the colour has a very washed-out look to it (as it's mainly greens and reds) and some of the effects where they're supposed to pop out of the screen (like the bird and the yo-yo) sometimes have a ghost effect on them, but generally I was so surprised at how good it looked that I didn't once think that I'll have to watch the 2-D version too (which was my initial thought when buying it).
Overall this was a really enjoyable and silly film that I recommend to anyone who wants an light-hearted and thrill-a-minute family action film and also to anyone who wants to see how well 3-D films work in HD Blu Ray.... Read more ›
Yes, this is a kids film. Yes, this is very loosely based on the classic Jules Verne novel. Yes, the story is absolutely ridiculous, but who cares - it is just good fun! Anyone expecting a perfect adaption of the novel (or the 50's film) will be disappointed but if you watch it for what it is, it is exciting, action-packed and looks amazing in 3-D. I've seen other 3-D films on DVD (this is my first on Blu Ray) such as Shrek 3-D and Friday the 13th Part 3 and they didn't really work that well, maybe because they were done quite a while ago or because they weren't on Blu Ray - I don't know, so I was a little sceptical about getting this, but when I was watching it I was just so impressed with how good and three dimensional it looked that I couldn't stop saying to my friend how stunning it looked. It wasn't perfect though - the colour has a very washed-out look to it (as it's mainly greens and reds) and some of the effects where they're supposed to pop out of the screen (like the bird and the yo-yo) sometimes have a ghost effect on them, but generally I was so surprised at how good it looked that I didn't once think that I'll have to watch the 2-D version too (which was my initial thought when buying it).
Overall this was a really enjoyable and silly film that I recommend to anyone who wants an light-hearted and thrill-a-minute family action film and also to anyone who wants to see how well 3-D films work in HD Blu Ray.... Read more ›
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By J. Lange
Format:Blu-ray
The only reason for this buy was the 3D Version, because I love everything in 3D.
The story is far away from Jules Verne, but who cares?
You will need magenta/green glasses to see this film in 3D. They were exclusively made and you have to buy a minimum of 50 if you need more than the 2 included in the package.
The effects are acceptable. Do not expect too much even if this is a BD. There a just a few scenes in which the picture came out of the screen. The rest is divided in fore- and background. The actors are mainly in the foreground and the background is kind of blured.
Anyway, compared to other productions this one is on the better side even for me as a colourblind male ;o)
The story is far away from Jules Verne, but who cares?
You will need magenta/green glasses to see this film in 3D. They were exclusively made and you have to buy a minimum of 50 if you need more than the 2 included in the package.
The effects are acceptable. Do not expect too much even if this is a BD. There a just a few scenes in which the picture came out of the screen. The rest is divided in fore- and background. The actors are mainly in the foreground and the background is kind of blured.
Anyway, compared to other productions this one is on the better side even for me as a colourblind male ;o)
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By A. Orr
Format:DVD
I was looking forward to the 3D experience. I was sadly disapointed by the result. The film looks 3D but the lack of colour and the grainy grey look of the film ruins any enjoyment from the 3D experience. At times I had to check if it was just me who was seing blurred images, fortunately it was not just me so my eye sight is still okay. Kids might enjoy the 3D effect but best not get your own hopes up.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Well, there's already the known classic movie based on Jules Verne's timeless book. Fact is, in the trendy "Let's shoot all the film classics new!"-hype, there could basically be no such better adventure than "Journey to the center of the earth." In todays computer-driven blockbusters, the whole power of Vernes epic idea could blast us from our seats in the 21st century if the production would be appropriate.
Eric Bervig, directing this movie, did all in all a fine job. The cast with Brandan Fraser is quite good and he is doing a nice performance. I will not go into detail here regarding the storyline. All of you might be more interested in how the long anticipated blu ray release turns out.
The movie was intentionally done to be produced and shot in 3D, which means that two cameras have to face the objects from a different view, then in post-production the material is being rendered with green and red shapes (one from each camera) and in addition to the included 3D-glasses in the package, you simulate your brain that acutally you are in the movie!
Question is, how great turns the technology out? "Bugs! Adventures in the Rainforest" was a 3D HD-DVD Release last year that had the same technology. Trouble was, the Hi Def picture lost a bit sharpness and contrast in 3D-Mode, but was looking stunning in 2D.
Here, in "Journey...." we have the complete Opposite.
Picture:
Let's get straight to the point: The Movie in 3D is just AWESOME!!!! Thankfully, there is no big loss of Hi Def picture quality in 3D and you will be amazed, on how incredibly detailed rocks, skins, hairs or other objects will be. The moment when the trio enters the big cave is absolutely stunning in its beauty. Colors are bright, detail is crisp and contrast solid.... Read more ›
Eric Bervig, directing this movie, did all in all a fine job. The cast with Brandan Fraser is quite good and he is doing a nice performance. I will not go into detail here regarding the storyline. All of you might be more interested in how the long anticipated blu ray release turns out.
The movie was intentionally done to be produced and shot in 3D, which means that two cameras have to face the objects from a different view, then in post-production the material is being rendered with green and red shapes (one from each camera) and in addition to the included 3D-glasses in the package, you simulate your brain that acutally you are in the movie!
Question is, how great turns the technology out? "Bugs! Adventures in the Rainforest" was a 3D HD-DVD Release last year that had the same technology. Trouble was, the Hi Def picture lost a bit sharpness and contrast in 3D-Mode, but was looking stunning in 2D.
Here, in "Journey...." we have the complete Opposite.
Picture:
Let's get straight to the point: The Movie in 3D is just AWESOME!!!! Thankfully, there is no big loss of Hi Def picture quality in 3D and you will be amazed, on how incredibly detailed rocks, skins, hairs or other objects will be. The moment when the trio enters the big cave is absolutely stunning in its beauty. Colors are bright, detail is crisp and contrast solid.... Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun 3D which children will love
I give it 5 stars for the 3D special effects which are completely over the top and so funny. If it can come straight towards you, it does. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Mr. Philip J. Wathen
5.0 out of 5 stars
WOW
This film is brilliant, the 3D glasses that come with the film make it amazing. Great story, great actors, prompt despatch.
Published 7 days ago by Jo42
5.0 out of 5 stars
journey center of earth 3D
brill soooooo gooood to watch these films in 3D so realistic screen too, feels you cant unlock the doors,cause they are behind you
Published 8 days ago by krissy francis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great film
This film is a bit corny, but a good update on the original. Having bought the film for my husband - he might actually get to see the whole thing for a change!
Published 9 days ago by kath05
5.0 out of 5 stars
AWESOME ON (BLU RAY 3D) DONT BUY ON DVD 3D?
IF YOU WANT TO WATCH A AWESOME 3D FILM TO TEST OUT YOUR 3D TV AND BLU RAY 3D PLAYER? THIS IS IT.. IF YOU WANT TO WATCH THIS IN 3D BUT DONT HAVE A 3D TV? FORGET IT! Read more
Published 16 days ago by FLUKE MUSIC
5.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyed this immensly
Brendan Frazer has been a favorite of mine since California Man. His acting is excellent. The overall story was good. Read more
Published 24 days ago by Ms S D Brown
4.0 out of 5 stars
Proper 3D on the blu ray version
Amazon have for some reason listed the same set of reviews for this recent 2012 blu ray edition as the original 2009 DVD version. Read more
Published 29 days ago by P. Bessant
5.0 out of 5 stars
Most Enjoyable on 3D - watch the price
My wife and I enjoyed watching this film sometime ago in 2D. Having now a system which could take Blue-Ray 3D we decided to buy and watch this film in 3D. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Paul Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars
Full HD 3D
At last a proper true BluRay 3D Full HD Version, not the red/blue type that spoils the picture
Full of Popout that I want to see in a 3D film sadly missing in a lot of... Read more
Full of Popout that I want to see in a 3D film sadly missing in a lot of... Read more
Published 1 month ago by BigCam
5.0 out of 5 stars
3D fun
this film is great family 3D movie I got it for my brother and he swatched it twice already worth every penny
Published 1 month ago by jims7723
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