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- Robert Harris
I've never been a fan of colorization, aspect ratio changes or 3D conversions. My immediate reaction is general disinterest.
The conversion of Warner's new 3D conversion of M-G-M's 1939 three-strip Technicolor The Wizard of Oz, captured my attention, however.
Re-scanned in 8k, and put through an extremely rigorous and precise conversion, this was something that I had to see, yet stood concerned about things being overdone. One wouldn't want to see a circus made of it.
From a home theater perspective, everything that I view in 3D is a bit tainted, and I know that going in. I project via LCOS, which is quite problematic, and getting a cohesive (single 3D) image, without cross-talk can be extremely frustration, as well as troubling to one's vision.
For those unfamiliar with the problem, projection of a quality 3D image goes far beyond simply getting enough light on the screen.
I just had a chat with ISF's Kevin Miller about the problem, as I wanted to get my facts straight.
Those viewing flat plasma flat panels are probably in the best shape. LED are problematic. Passive is probably the best, but at a loss of overall resolution.
4k could solve the problem, by allowing full resolution concurrent with passive. And with the recent confirmation that Blu-ray is going 4k, that may be the answer.
Viewing The Wizard of Oz in 3D was an interesting experience. The dimensional fields have been handled beautifully, and the original has been respected. No circus here.
Trying hard to look through the anomalies of my projection system, I'm betting that the result or more appropriate systems will be superb, and with little or no cross-talk.
Viewing with cross-talk lowers perceived resolution and detail, so until the new systems arrive, I'll be watching this in 2D, as the restorative efforts have been superb -- perfect, actually.
For those without the LCOS, LCD, LED active problems, I've a feeling you're in for a treat.
Everyone knows the film. Now it just has depth.
Image - 5
Audio - 5
Very Highly Recommended in 2D, and also in 3D for those able to play it back without technical issues.
If you do have problematic hardware, be aware that it's you, not the Blu-ray.
RAH