THE IMAX® EXPERIENCE
I came early (with my company) to get my tickets for Spider-Man 3 at the Virginia Air & Space Center in Hampton. We were later joined up with old friends that we haven't seen in a long time. It's so neat how one movie can bring about a reunion. We waited and waited, but we managed to hang on. And that was a good thing because we were in line early thus giving us the chance to get seats with no problem. This marks my first time watching a movie in IMAX® (short for "image maximum") featuring high quality picture (a five-story screen) and sound (16,000 watts of digital sound) - both a step above from the usual movie theater elements. When I got in, I was awed by the size of the screen. It was huge! The only thing I found disappointing was the space between the rows. There wasn't that much room to move especially if you want to get up just to use the restroom or get a popcorn and soda. Plus, it was crowded, too. The availability of seats (not much compared to an average movie theater) seemed to be a major problem as I felt sorry for those that had a bad view of the movie or had to stand up. The movie looked great on screen and the sound was "out of this world". The results doesn't disappoint, although there was one tiny speckle near the middle of the screen that everyone can obviously spot. However, the IMAX® experience was impressive! I do not mind coming back for another movie, perhaps "Transformers" maybe if it'll go IMAX® 3-D.
SPIDER-MAN 3 REVIEW
After 3 years of waiting, Spider-Man 3 has finally arrived in theaters domestic and worldwide, including that of IMAX®. The movie starts off gradually slow catching up on what's going on with the central characters (Peter Parker, Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn) from the last movie. A nice beginning for Flint Marko aka "The Sandman." We notice from the start that there is a compassionate side to the character. Unfortunately after eluding authorities again the second go round, he ends up in a testing facility where he becomes sand in the process. Oh, and watch the end. That's the important thing regarding his character ... "You knew this was coming, Pete!" Ah, ha! He's back and better than ever! And he still hates Peter/Spidey for the death of his beloved father, Norman Osborn. Harry Osborn finally immersed himself into villain mode so easily being his own version of the goblin - acquiring the latest state-of-the-art technology and some of the weaponry his father left behind. His objective: to kill Spider-Man once and for all. By far, Harry steps up a notch in this movie and he shows it in many different facets. You'll notice it and you won't be disappointed ... Mary Jane seems to still show her insecurities and remains fragile and hurt like the last two films. She doesn't remain very faithful to her man Peter and easily forges on making bad decisions - so much that an average guy wouldn't even wanna like her anymore. And what hurts her most, is that Peter seems to be around with one beautiful blonde named Gwen Stacy, a really sweet innocent gal who is stuck in the middle of it all. Can't blame her (Stacy) for what's been going on because she was clueless ... Spider-Man finally connects with the people showing off and he prides himself in all his own egotistical glory. And as his self-confidence builds, some black-colored ooze or goo from outer space takes over him. Peter's transformation (now donning the black Spider-Man suit and a new headstrong, charming yet vengeful personality) is nothing more than entertaining to the audiences watching. Everyone will get a kick out of his new look (dude, it's the hair, man, THE HAIR! lol) and his swaying dance moves while listening to his tunes. I mean, you will laugh your tails off on this one. I found this to be the most enjoyable part of the movie. Then, you can see how angry he can be when he find out who actually murdered his Uncle Ben. Also, see what he does to Harry and Eddie Brock, Jr. (a cocky individual battling for a photo position with Pete)! EEks! I'd be freaked out seeing a hardcore, black-clad, gothic Peter Parker ... Of course his transformation doesn't last forever. Parker tries to rid of it before things get worse. The black ooze now finds it ways to one Eddie Brock, Jr. who prays to God in church over the loss of his girlfriend (Stacy) and job - both to Peter. With revenge on his mind, the ooze finds a new host and inks itself over Eddie. Ah yeah! VENOM is now alive on the movie screen - finally - livin' and breathin' and them TEETH! YES! He looked terrific and superb like his comic-book self ... Just how will Spidey tackle both villains? There's going to be a cool twist to this. However, you're gonna have to see it in a theater near you. I can't give everything away. Remember, this is only a review of sorts coming from my perspective ... The movie overall seems to be convoluted a bit in it's plot and lots of loose questions regarding what's next because of the events that just happened in this movie. There was several to point out that I wanted to address to my company after the viewing ... The CGI effects was fantastic and a step-up from the other Spidey movies. The sand, the ooze - excellent! Seems like they put a lot of work (I mean, MONTHS and MONTHS of it) into getting it together. The story lacked the great dramatic feel from part 1 and 2. There was only little of it here. For action buffs, Spider-Man 3 will not let you down. Harry's Goblin vs. Spidey, Sandman vs. Spidey, The ooze vs. Spidey, and Venom vs. Spidey. All of this in ONE movie. It's doesn't get any better than this! ... The comedy part still remains cheesy especially on Peter's part. Bruce Campbell also pulls off an impressive performance being the Maitre'd at the restaurant trying to help out (along w/ his staff) in Peter's engagement proposal to Mary Jane ... Not that much screen time from Aunt May but she said the thing about "revenge is a poison" so well! She's still amazing ... Well, that's that for now. So, is Spidey-4 gonna happen? We'll see :-)
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