By John Delia
Talking about eye-pop
ping 3D, the current release of Gnomeo & Juliet provides a heaping helping of the special entertainment on Blu-ray. The combo pack provides four ways to watch the film Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray disc, DVD and a Digital Copy so even if you do not have 3D right now, it’s yours for the future.
The story follows a ‘Romeo and Juliet’ relationship between families of Gnomes that live on different sides of a huge fence. The two families have been feuding forever and are abiding by the rules they have set up for themselves. One day Gnomeo has an accident that brings him together with Juliet and a comical romance begins.
The movie, although directed at youngsters who will probably wear out the disc with their repetitive use, does play to an adult level. Filled with a lot of tongue-in-cheek comedy for adults I was never bored watching the hour and 24 minute film.
Watching the funny animated film in 3D on a pretty good size screen (say 35†or larger) gives approximately the same experience of seeing it in a movie theater. Especially with Gnomeo & Juliet since it has a lot coming at you from your TV screen. But, although the kids will love the popping effect, the depth of field really makes the film magical.
Bonus features include:
DVD & Movie Download:
• Elton Builds a Garden
• Frog Talk with Ashley Jensen
• “Crocodile Rock†Music Video, featuring Elton John and Nelly Furtado
Blu-ray:
• DVD Bonuses plus:
• 2 Alternate Endings with Filmmaker Introductions
• Deleted & Alternate Scenes with Filmmaker Introductions, including an alternate opening of the film and an added alternate scene. The disc includes six scenes not shown in the original movie theater release.
• The Fawn of Darkness, featuring Ozzy Osbourne
FINAL ANALYSIS:Â Whether you have 3D or other form of player, this is truly a KID pleaser. (B+)
The movie is rated G for the whole family.