-I re-watched this last night :::
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* The DTS-HD MA 7.1 audio soundtrack is a "Near Field" audio mix, and is very cool (well done).
- The dialog track is articulate, the surrounds precise and enveloping, and the .1 LFE channel powerful at times (tornado scene).
- The music audio track is not overpowering; bravo! ...That's about time someone finally wake up!
The 3D picture is more for effects than realistic (Oz world) depth. ...Gimmicky at times, and blurred at others, for the action moving scenes.
...Quite colorful, but dimmed (3D plasma display). ...And the contrast is high.
What a drag though! No 2D version included in the package!!! ...I have to buy it separately! ...I'm just too old for this bull!
- I'm not the type to mail coupons and all that redeemed jazz... ...Disney is the one here who should ask for redemption!
According to this reviewer (click on the picture cover), the 2D version is much better than the 3D one.
I've yet to see it, but I'm tempted to believe him more than others who are over-the-top with their 3D reviews!
...Because for me, like I said, this 3D Blu-ray title looks too cartoonish, and made for kids who are looking for faked effects.
There is a sad discontinuity at times with the actors and the decors. I do understand that it is a "science-fiction" flick (pure fantasy) but still I love to have my dreams look real.
Anyway, I will buy the 2D version ($30 Cdn) and make my own mind. ...As for Disney, I truly hope they don't do that ever anymore! This was a low blow! And us their customers we just don't deserve that! Disney! Are you listening?