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  • How to Calculate Angles for 3D Movie Projection

    Even the most riveting films are restrained by their spatial limitations, viewable only on a two-dimensional screen. Three-dimensional cinema has introduced an entirely new way of viewing movies on the silver screen. While 3D cinema is not altogether new, recent advances in technology have brought a new crop of 3D movies into theaters -- and with them, novel technical challenges. The nature of 3D movie projection requires precise measurement of the angles involved in order to properly display the image. Unlike conventional screens, 3D screens have a distinct "gain," or relative brightness, which must be factored into the equation.

  • IMAX vs. 3-D Difference

    Three-dimensional movies are taking over our cinemas, though, as of 2011, many would argue they aren't living up to their billing. Whatever your opinion on 3D cinema, it is growing rapidly and there are a few companies delivering these movies to our big screens. IMAX, however, does things a little differently.

  • What Is IMAX 3D?

    IMAX 3D takes the stereoscopic illusions prevalent in most 3-D films and sizes it up -- way, way up. IMAX itself is a well-known entertainment venue, famous for presenting films on gigantic screens to provide an immersive entertainment experience. IMAX 3D takes the IMAX experience a step further, introducing the illusion of depth to the already enormous images on the screen through polarization 3-D technology.

  • How to Compare Digital 3D to 2D in Movies

    Many major Hollywood blockbusters are being released into theaters in both 2D and digital 3D versions. Some theaters may show both versions at varying times of the day, while other theaters may only show the 3D version. If you're trying to decide which version you want to spend your hard earned money on, you can do so by weighing the pros and cons of each.

  • Differences Between Real 3D & Digital 3D

    3-D technology used in movie theaters include Imax, RealD 3D and Dolby Digital 3D. These three leading competitors are the theater owners' options for the 3-D system to use in their cinemas. While each system has specific differences, all of them have one thing in common: the use of 3-D glasses. Imax is primarily based on film technology, while RealD 3D and Dolby Digital 3D are both digital 3-D formats. In the case of RealD 3D and Dolby Digital 3D, their differences are more technical than visual in nature.

  • How to Use My Real 3D Imax Glasses

    IMAX cinemas show three-dimensional film productions that require you to wear 3D glasses in order to experience the three-dimensional effects on the screen. The glasses are linear polarized plastic glasses, and the films that are produced for IMAX 3D are made specifically for the IMAX 3D films. You can use the glasses for other three-dimensional film experiences, but the glasses are paired best with the 3D IMAX experience.

  • Movies for Kids About Dogs

    Kids who love dogs, usually also love movies with dogs in them. There are many fun, family-oriented movies about dogs available, that are not only entertaining, but also teach children about life.

  • How to Test Your RealD 3D Glasses

    3D glasses have been around for many years and can be worn to give the impression that an image is jumping out at the wearer. This gives a two-dimensional picture some added depth. RealD is a producer of 3D technologies, and manufacturers 3D glasses to be worn to view three-dimensional images on a television. Traditionally, 3D glasses were worn in movie theaters to watch 3D movies. However RealD 3D glasses have the added benefit of working on special televisions that are compatible with the glasses. Any compatible television will have the RealD 3D logo on the box or side panel.…

  • How Does Live 3D NBA Work?

    ESPN announced in October 2010 that its ESPN 3D network will be broadcasting 14 NBA games in three-dimension (3-D) this season. The network plans to broadcast eight regular season games and six playoff games in 3-D.

  • 3D Movies for Kids

    With nifty glasses and special effects that seem to hover right over your lap, these 3D movies will entertain both you and your kids. Film studios have become more technologically advanced, so it seems as though all animated movies come with a pair of 3D glasses. Save those shades; you'll be using pretty often.

  • Difference Between an IMAX 3D & a 3D Movie

    It appears 3-D movies are a huge box office craze. According to Box Office Mojo, 15 3-D movies were released in 2009. Furthermore, six of the movies released in 3-D were also released in IMAX 3-D including the record-breaking hit "Avatar." In early 2010, at least 11 new 3-D movies were announced and the number will likely increase.

  • How to Watch 3D Movies

    The days of red and blue paper glasses have gone the way of the dinosaur. Even Home cinema & gaming are getting polarized 3D technology. More movies than ever are being released in 3D and 3D theaters are popping everywhere. But did you know not all 3D movies look as good as they could or should? Learn how to find and watch the best that 3D has to offer. Read the full article to learn more.

  • How to View 3D Movies

    3D movies have made a large comeback in the modern movie marketplace. Watching movies in 3D is a fun, easy, carefree experience.

  • How are holographic images made?

    The word "hologram" comes from the Greek roots "holos" and "gramma," meaning literally, "whole message." Holograms, unlike conventional pictures, convey complete information about depth, shape and texture from many angles.

  • How to Design a Movie

    Many of the films today come with massive budgets, special effects and movie sets that are so realistic the moviegoers forget they are watching a film. Designing a movie to have this effect on the audience takes artistic and visionary skills on par with the film's writer, directors and actors. Movie design is its own form of art, and when it is done correctly, can mean the difference between a good movie and a great one. Being in charge of a movie's design will require you to work collaboratively on many levels, since you will be the common thread among…

  • 3D Movie Making

    All that is needed to make a 3D movie is two pieces of recording equipment (web cams or video cameras), a computer and 3D movie making software. In some cases, 3D glasses are required for viewing. The recording devices should both be placed on a stable surface, pointed in the same direction to film simultaneously, and spaced about 2.5 inches apart from the center of both lenses. Better pictures come from the right amount of depth, so whatever is being recorded should be 15 to 20 feet away from the cameras.

  • How to Make 3D Movies

    In order to make a homemade 3D movie, a person will need two cameras. Use two cameras side-by-side to shoot a 3D movie with filmmaking tips from a director and filmmaker in this free video on making movies.

  • How to Make a 3D Movie

    Animoids is a program which will allow you to quickly and easily create your own 3D movies. It doesn't take long to get started and come up with a basic 3D movie. With practice, you can create your own 3D characters and animate them in scenes of your own choosing.

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