I’m not an expert in the world of 3D. I grew up with it as a glasses-wearing child which was problematic. There were a few that were interesting, but in most cases, they were akin to a circus act for me.
“See the incredible 3D effects!”
I grew up with House of Wax, The Maze, Rue Morgue, Kiss Me Kate and a few others, and always put them in league with the kitsch of the William Castle films. I recall that for KMK, the 3D bits were actually release cut into prints.
As we learned from Dial “M,” sometimes less is more, and the shot of the scissors always stands out, and stands that 3D test of time in my eyes.
I missed I, The Jury. I’ve never seen it in any format, and as I was following the UCLA / Roundabout restoration, I became more and more interested because of the man behind the camera(s), the great John Alton.
Franz Waxman’s music isn’t a bad attribute either.
More disclosure.
I had forgotten that 4k doesn’t equate with 3D, and that the disc I attempted to play first. And it didn’t work.
After realizing my error, I switched to the Blu-ray and was immediately amazed, engrossed, and impressed.
This is the finest 3D presentation that I ever recall seeing.
Gorgeous black & white cinematography, beautiful black levels, grain, grain scale – everything in it’s proper place.
And the registration / alignment of the imagery as good as one might possibly present.
Preston Foster, short a few huskies works nicely in his role, while Bill Elliot seems always playing his role acting between 8.5 and 10, when the character might take on a far greater range. But that may be the direction of Harry Essex, a decent craftsmanlike writer, who never made it as a director. I’m unaware of Mr. Elliot’s work in other films, who we’ll allow that presumption of direction.
And here’s what I found interesting. Normally, and I will accept correction from those more knowledgable in the arena, many 3D films don’t make great use of the process – but I, The Jury is full 3D in basically every frame – even in close-ups. It grabs your attention and sticks with you. No eye strain. No problems short of the fact that I’d love a bit more brightness, but didn’t want to start messing with controls.
Classic Flix’s new 3D release is about as 3D as anyone is going to find, and sits atop the 3D mountain, along with those rare WB and M-G-M titles that work in the format.
Having read https://www.hometheaterforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/xfileheader-1.jpg’s review, I heartily concur.
Deserves a place in every 3D library.
Image – 5
Audio – 5
Pass / Fail – Pass
Plays nicely with projectors – Yes
Highly Recommended
RAH
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Robert has been known in the film industry for his unmatched skill and passion in film preservation. Growing up around photography, his first home theater experience began at age ten with 16mm. Years later he was running 35 and 70mm at home.
His restoration projects have breathed new life into classic films like Lawrence of Arabia, Vertigo, My Fair Lady, Spartacus, and The Godfather series. Beyond his restoration work, he has also shared his expertise through publications, contributing to the academic discourse on film restoration. The Academy Film Archive houses the Robert A. Harris Collection, a testament to his significant contributions to film preservation.
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