Dick
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Notes on my reviews: I do not offer plot summaries in most cases, as these can be found on a million other sites, but rather focus instead on what people want to know: the image and sound presentation, default playback settings, subtitles, audio choices, etc. My equipment: Panasonic TC-P55UT50 Plasma monitor (3-D capable); Panasonic DMP-BDT220 3-D Blu-ray player; LG BD-360 all-region Blu-ray player; Denon AVE-E200 5.1 Surround receiver. All aspect ratios are physically measured on the Panasonic screen, which has been set to eliminate overscan.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Australia (Yeah, not European...)
REGION: All
ASPECT RATIO: 2.35:1
C/BW: Color
SOUND: dts 5.1
BONUS MATERIAL: None
COMPANY: Beyond
The U.S. has missed out on another highly-entertaining 3D entertainment. Like the first TURTLE'S TALE and T.S. SPIVIT, this is a terrific adventure that families can enjoy together, but which is available only from overseas.
This is a CGI animated film that is awfully simple in terms of its plot: a box of sugar is left behind at a picnic site, and two opposing colonies of ants fight bitterly to acquire it. But the wit and humor of the film negates any off-putting violence or warlike behavior in favor of strategy and ingenuity. Simply: a delight!
The Australian 3D Blu-ray release does not contain a 2D disc, or any other bonus features.
Picture quality is on par with any of the current 3D domestic releases. Very little ghosting was apparent on my Panny plasma, and occasional pop-effects were just fun as hell (although the film is mostly about depth). Sharp as a tack, fine black levels and contrast. The 5.1 dts soundtrack is simply awesome, with plenty of front and rear separation.
Highly recommended!!
This review was made possible with the help of www.DaaVeeDee.com
Notes on my reviews: I do not offer plot summaries in most cases, as these can be found on a million other sites, but rather focus instead on what people want to know: the image and sound presentation, default playback settings, subtitles, audio choices, etc. My equipment: Panasonic TC-P55UT50 Plasma monitor (3-D capable); Panasonic DMP-BDT220 3-D Blu-ray player; LG BD-360 all-region Blu-ray player; Denon AVE-E200 5.1 Surround receiver. All aspect ratios are physically measured on the Panasonic screen, which has been set to eliminate overscan.
MINUSCULE: VALLEY OF THE LOST ANTS (3D)
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Australia (Yeah, not European...)
REGION: All
ASPECT RATIO: 2.35:1
C/BW: Color
SOUND: dts 5.1
BONUS MATERIAL: None
COMPANY: Beyond
The U.S. has missed out on another highly-entertaining 3D entertainment. Like the first TURTLE'S TALE and T.S. SPIVIT, this is a terrific adventure that families can enjoy together, but which is available only from overseas.
This is a CGI animated film that is awfully simple in terms of its plot: a box of sugar is left behind at a picnic site, and two opposing colonies of ants fight bitterly to acquire it. But the wit and humor of the film negates any off-putting violence or warlike behavior in favor of strategy and ingenuity. Simply: a delight!
The Australian 3D Blu-ray release does not contain a 2D disc, or any other bonus features.
Picture quality is on par with any of the current 3D domestic releases. Very little ghosting was apparent on my Panny plasma, and occasional pop-effects were just fun as hell (although the film is mostly about depth). Sharp as a tack, fine black levels and contrast. The 5.1 dts soundtrack is simply awesome, with plenty of front and rear separation.
Highly recommended!!
This review was made possible with the help of www.DaaVeeDee.com
