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Why are there two versions of 3d in the theaters? What's the difference between them?
GregJ said:IMAX uses linear passive polarized glasses, which makes things "pop out" more. RealD uses circular polarized plastic instead, which gives you actual "depth".
GregJ said:RealD is considered the better of the two because you can move your head around without losing that 3D effect (plus i prefer the RealD glasses, they are usually lighter).
GregJ said:Also, the trouble with the IMAX is that they usually require special screens to show 3D (which also happen to be quite expensive) while RealD can be projected on to regular screens.
GregJ said:You could have been just a tiny bit kinder in your reply ;)
Danger said:That wasn't an attack, although it might seem so. You did bring it upon yourself, however, by presenting an opinion as fact. Your opinion was wrong, so you were caught in a lie. Since this is an educational site, such is unacceptable. I'm rarely correct, but I always make sure to point out that I'm not sure of the real answer (even if I am sure). If you present your thoughts in that manner, you will be okay.
I feel you meant no harshness, and sometimes I'm a bit abrupt in replying to a statement that I think I know is false. But it's also good to keep in mind, imo, that any and all assertions stated in these forums, no matter what evidence and/or documentation is cited, are, de facto, the opinions of those making the assertions. That is, unless someone explicitly states that their assertion is an expression of fact (not interpretation) of first hand experience, then it should be taken as a statement of belief/faith/interpretation, and therefore an opinion. So, I think that discussions can proceed without a bunch of superfluous reiterations of in my opionion and such. That is, this stating an opinion as a fact objection is silly, ie., a basis for unnecessary contention and argumentation. It would make some sense if we all didn't have the same resource (the internet) for researching stuff. But we do, so it doesn't.Danger said:You did bring it upon yourself, however, by presenting an opinion as fact.
Indeed.Drakkith said:I don't think being incorrect means someone is lying.
Ok Greg. My ticket says IMAX Prometheus 3D, 4:25 PM, 06/12/2012. Sometime later that evening I'll post my impressions. Wowee zowee, I can't wait!GregJ said:And to keep this a little on topic; I am really looking forward to Prometheus. You must let me know if it is worth going to see ThomasT (especially in IMAX 3D, as I now may have a choice between the two).