How is it like when watching a 3D movie in the cinema? It is probably like this: a bunch of people sitting in the cinema, wearing special glasses with the sound of “ooh” or “Wow” rising around. It seems that lots of audiences enjoy this kind of feeling very much.
I bet many people are very impressive with the awesome “Avatar”. It is said that it brought fourth wave of mainstream success for 3D. As the supply demand relations implies, the people’s fondness for 3D movies stimulated the fast development of 3D film business. Since then, more and more film companies are jumped on the 3D bandwagon. Does that mean 3D movies will have a prospective future? Well, differed people have different point of views. For those 3D fans, they firmly believe that 3D will have its day in the future. While on the other hand, some people may find it a faint hope. Reasons could be too expensive ticket, tiresome 3D glasses, senseless trick, etc. It’s fine. I understand if people genuinely don’t like something, they can easily find reasons to justify.
Like it or not, 3D is right here to stay. Actually, I’m not a real 3D fan, but still, I believe in the future of 3D movies. There are three reasons to back me up.
1. The number of 3D movies increases every year.
According to the forecast of International 3D Society, over 40 3D movies will be released in 2013, nearly ten times of 2005 when 3D movie was first blown up on screens.
2. More and more 3D screen installments are available in theaters.
Begin with 2005, the number of 3D screen installed in the U.S was only 98, after the releasing of Avatar, the figure surged to around 16,000 in 2010, making up 16 times of 2005! Besides, the 38 movies in 3D also witnessed a great leap from 16,000 to 43,000 in 2012.
3. 3D movies are making big money.
When comes to money or profit, I think there is nothing more persuasive than the figures. It is true that 3D movies released in the earlier years did not make much profit a variety of reasons. However, this is not the case since the near few years. For example, in 2010, the global 3D box office has tripled with $3.9 billion profit. 2012 was the Golden Day for 3D movies, of the 15 top-grossing movies, there were 9 movies shot in 3D, making up to $10.8 million revenue.
4. Many 3D TVs and 3D Related Products are on the way.
Where there is demand, there is market. With the steady development of 3D technology, more and more 3D products like 3D TVs and 3D Blu-ray Discs are coming up to meet with the demand. Actually, some surveys done on 3D TVs showed that many people found it worthy and useful to own a 3D TV. After all, lying lazily in the sofa and watching a 3D movie at home is a kind of comfortable viewing experience. Apparently, the 3D TV business will avoidably interact with 3D film companies or websites. What will the competition be like, only time can tell.
Regardless how many people dislike 3D movie, it is right here and blooming with great prospect. However, it is still early to call it a “victory”. Let’s cross our fingers and hope for the best.