Hollywood has a lot of new digital 3D projects on deck, most notably James Cameron’s highly-anticipated film, Avatar. While films like Avatar are being shot in digital 3D from the start, older films are also entering the third dimension – case in point being Disney’s upcoming Toy Story/Toy Story 2 double feature, which will be showing in limited engagement this Fall.
Well, AICN is exclusively reporting that Iron Man 2 has landed somewhere in the middle ground of old/new 3D: a new movie shot with regular film that is being considered for 3D conversion before its release.
Oh, and did I mention that Iron Man 1 might be getting the 3D treatment as well?
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So before we get into the details of Iron Man 2 possibly being converted to 3D, we need to rewind the clocks a bit, back to almost exactly a year ago, when we first reported that Iron Man 2 might be filmed in 3D/Imax. Our own Vic Holtreman (a serious Iron Man fanboy) was pretty psyched about the notion…which unfortunately didn’t pan out by the time IM2 started its principal shoot.
Reasons for Favreau foregoing the 3D/IMAX approach reportedly included the fact that his cinematographer, Matthew Libatique, prefers to shoot on film (modern 3D uses digital filming techniques) and the fact that the process would add too much expense to the budget. Rather than try an force the issue, Favreau opted to look ahead, planning for Iron Man 3 to get the 3D/IMAX treatment.
Jump back to the here and now, and AICN is reporting that Marvel and Paramount (and now Disney?) are going bananas over a one-minute demo clip of Iron Man 2 that has been converted into 3D. The clip was apparently so impressive that the studio has allegedly reached out to three different companies specializing in 3D conversion, to see if it isn’t worth their time and money to convert all of IM2 into a 3D format. AICN’s same source on this is also reporting that the studio is simultaneously mulling over whether or not to convert the original Iron Man into 3D as well, to serve as a 3D theatrical pre-release/promo for Iron Man 2 in 3D.
Personally, I think getting BOTH Iron Man films in 3D would be awesome, and I know that Vic would probably curse my name forever if I were to say anything less. But why would I? This WOULD be pretty awesome – especially if they offered moviegoers the one-two punch of heading back to the theater to enjoy Iron Man all over again, followed closely by the sublime experience of Iron Man 2 in 3D. I would happily shell-out (get it?) for that experience, and I’m pretty certain a lot of you would, too.
And if the returns are good (pretty bloody likely) and Iron Man 3 is shot from the get-go in 3D / IMAX, you Blu-ray fans would end up with an “Ultimate Collector’s Edition” Iron Man Trilogy that you could enjoy in HD 3D from start to finish. Imagine THAT movie marathon on a rainy weekend afternoon…
As AICN also points out: if Marvel sees big returns from this venture, will we see forthcoming films like Captain America and Thor in 3D as well? Because seeing Cap jump from a plane over a hellish WWII battlefield or Thor raining down thunder in 3D would make for a pretty epic experience. Here’s hoping it all comes to pass.
What about you: would you like to see your Iron Man films get the 3D treatment?
Iron Man 2 hits theaters on May 7, 2010. We’ll keep you updated on when/if you can catch Iron Man re-released in digital 3D.
Source: Ain’t It Cool News
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As long as things stay civil and don’t get TOO wacky I’m fine with it.
Vic
Dude, we Trekkers are relentless, like the Borg.
Well Daniel, that’s fine… Lol,,,
Lastly,,, keep in mind I’m not talking about your fathers Subliminal advertising.
This new Digital HD3D tech uses a totally new carrier system to deliver subliminal manipulation. It works on several levels visual and audio.
The audio aspect is amazing, it works through Binaural Synthesis and actually changes your mood as it alters your brain waves. This isn’t sci-fi and its not Anaglyphic 3D (red/blue glasses)
When you connect the dots between Disney/Katzenberg, Studios pushing the rush to convert all theaters (globally) with HD3D projectors, the government endorsed conversion of digital Tv, and the shift to all films in 3D within 10 years,,, well if you don’t see an agenda your either living in denial or your just ignoring reality.
I wish I was wrong, but the facts speak for themselves. This new 3D subliminal tech is real and Disney is really going to use it.
One day you will see through the bs around you Daniel and you will prob look like this,,,
790, you don’t think that there was a 790 back in the 1800’s saying that movies with sound will allow people to be brainwashed? Then when color film was first announced, there was a 790 then saying color film would brainwash people, then when surround sound was first introduced, there was a 790 then saying surround sound will brainwash people, etc. etc.
I think that’s why nobody really conspiracy theorists too seriously. Obviously there is more going on than is public, but conspiracy theorists generally take it a few levels too far, and we’re all used to that.
Now I’m sure there will be more efforts to advertise stuff with every technological advancement, besides Volvo, nobody will put the time and money into research and development unless they expect to make a return on it financially, I mean, that’s why you put in the effort right??
But just like “Y2K” and now 2012, there will always be something bigger, everyone wants to think that their generation is or will be involved in something more important or “bigger” than it really is. Nobody wants to think that even with all of these big powerful people or organizations pulling the strings that maybe some things just happen. They have to find some order or reason for everything and can’t accept that some things don’t have a clear cut answer or reason.
Now I’m not saying that I can prove a negative and say that nothing will happen or nothing is happening, but to me, it’s nothing new. There’s ALWAYS supposedly some great big conspiracy going on. You and I will continue to live a normal life despite it. So I’m not going to be an alarmist about it, either something major will happen out of this, maybe nothing will happen. Or maybe something major will happen but we won’t notice. Who knows, who cares, no reason to get your panties all up in a bunch about it, that’s my philosophy.
Not knocking 790 or anyone who believes this stuff, I’m fine with you guys to “press on” to find the “ultimate truth” or whatever [.org], I still find it a little funny to actually meet someone like that though. Sometimes it seems a leaf can’t fall off a tree without the Illuminati being behind it in some way, lol. Sorry, don’t mean to laugh, but can’t help but let it bring a smile to my face…
@790 & ken j
what ken j just said is somewhat more towards what i’m leaning to… To where things could happen or they don’t but i (ME) like to hear both sides for a just in case situation. On the plus side to the non-glasses 3d is that there’s no glasses… Downside would be either mass hypnosis and/or not wearing cool Elvis Costello-like frames… But thats just my opinion.
Yah, it’s just my opinion that to keep an open mind, know that anything CAN happen, but don’t be alarmist about it. That’s the safest and sanest way to live I think, lol.
Something tells me if gambit has his own spin-off your going to see cards exploding beside and in front of you. Same goes for most of the other mutants if they get the 3d treatment…
Didn’t they already do that with Gambit’s scene with Wolverine even without it being in 3D??
Gambit? How about Deadpool in 3D slicing and dicing?
I really don’t know if 3D is a good or bad thing for my movie experience but I’m willing to give it a shot and see how things turn out. I guess I’ll start with Avatar!
Funny thing is that I haven’t taken this to new levels Ken. I’ve only provided even more proof.
I’d like to understand why you think this is all bunk but all your doing is questioning my alarming behavior.
I’ve simply explained that HD3D will be used as a carrier for subliminal manipulation.
I haven’t described Disneys endgame or even what they might choose to convey through their new tool.
(IMO) Ken, Daniel, Jago,,, your belief systems won’t allow you to look objectively at this because it goes against your perception of reality.
You can mock me and laugh, its cool,,, there are those that are awake and those that are asleep. Not to be insulting but yeah let’s talk about Iron Man that’s more important anyway to you guys… I used to feel sorry for your generation but as I get older I only feel sorry for my family having to live in a world full of Borg drones.
@790
i wasnt mocking you… I was actually interested in your pov… I just choose to continue viewing things the way i do but i don’t have a problem with the way you view, say and/or do things. Can’t speak for anybody else but i rarely watch tv (only at work on my break), mainly watch older movies and vacation outside of the U.S as much as i can ( the newest thing in the place that i go to is a Payless Shoe source) so i don’t think it would affect me as much if i stayed over there. But again i wasn’t mocking you… I just don’t see it as something that would affect me as much since i plan to go live there.
Wow 790, did you even read what I wrote before you “reply” to it? Or did you have your responses pre-planned and you just copy and paste them because it doesn’t seem to address anything I just said.
I never said anything is “disproved” or “bunk” as you say it. All I said was that there are conspiracy theories everytime some new technology might become mainstream. So it’s nothing new for me. I’m not saying that none of it is true or can be true, it’s just that it either happens or it doesn’t, no need to overact over it.
But I guess people have to agree with you 100% no questions asked for you to be happy… Well, too bad, lol, just kidding…
No need to “feel sorry” for poor ‘ol us… LOL, as long as you feel good thinking you are in the superior position, it’s all good, I’m all for everyone being happy.
@jago
Without speaking for Daniel, you don’t have to actually mock him to get that response… Just an observation…
Yea seriously. Jago and Ken you have both been respectful and he still talks down to you like your lesser beings because you don’t agree with him. I thought you guys seemed to be extremely respectful to the guy.
Jago I was talking to Ken not you on that,,, thanks for having an interest in this topic,,,
^
Ken J, did I read your comments well sure,,,
Let’s see’ first you made a hilarious connection with me in the past (as 790) spreading the word about the dangers of cinema.
Then I read your thoughts on conspiracy theorists taking it too far.
Then you justified this 3D stuff (media mind manipulation) as nothing more than routine capitalistic progression.
Then you made the connection between me and conspiracy lover always looking for the next end of the world,,,
The you (Ken J,) made an apathetic remark about how powerless we are and how I should really tone it down, “cause people are laughing at ya, lol just kidding” as you say.
Then you tossed in a poorly written obama moveon.org reference and then continued to justify your reality by finding this all amusing and leaving us with a smile.
Yah I read it,,,
Yeah right Daniel F,,, that’s one of the most hypocritical things your ever typed.
I hardy talked down to Jago, Ken J, he’s an exception as we have aways disagrees… Pretty much everyone knows that here.
790 wrote:
“(IMO) Ken, Daniel, Jago,,, ”
Yah Jago, he wasn’t talking to or about you at all, don’t worry, all is well…
Get a life Ken, you are a joke. Lol
@Daniel
I don’t even know why I even tried. I already knew how he was going to respond. Sure I often have some laughs at his expense, but not that time, but whatever…
If any movie comes out that I want to see also comes out in 3D, I’ll be sure to watch it. If all of a sudden I start supporting Obama, drinking Pepsi, going to Starbucks, listening to jazz, campaigning against the 2nd Amendment, watching anime, or wanting to trade in my truck for a compact Japanese car, just let me know that 790 has won, I’ll know what it means…
Oh damn, because you say so 790, it must be true, I’m so sad now, your opinion of me is so important to me… :’( *a single tear rolls down cheek*
Yah see ya around Ken,,,
SETTLE DOWN GUYS. (or is the subliminal programming already working to turn you against one another???)
I think you called it Kofi!
Its MANCHURIAN SCREEN RANT!
Damn the Red Pill!!!
STAR SUBLIMINAL MESSAGE
Star Trek is the greatest show ever.
Send all your money to Kahless.
Kahless is your master.
END SUBLIMINAL MESSAGE
Oh come on, guys! Of course there is no such thing as subliminal messages!
the problem with any 3D conspiracy theory is the success of 3D will be determined by the marketplace.
If most theatres are someday 3D theatres ,
People will get tired of it and move on to some other fancy visual process .
besides,
the idea of subliminal messages is based on the concept of subliminal SUGGESTION.
Thats all subliminal messages can do, suggest.
Nothing serious to worry about.
Just sit back and enjoy the movies!
Kahless who do I make the check out to ,,,,,,
^
Gary, friend of mine was at a media tech show this year and they had a 3DTV (no glasses required). He said yeah it was 3D but the picture was blurry and fuzzy. He said people were like, “OH MY GOD I HAVE TO HAVE IT!”
Also Gary I don’t know if you’ve read all the info I threw up here but this new 3D subliminal manipulation works not just as a visual carrier it also uses audio techniques to alter your brain waves to specific moods…
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