Coming Soon: Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3D
posted by
Nell Minow
|
10:00am Sunday May 18, 2008
This week director Eric Brevig and producer-star Brendan Fraser (“That’s Fraser like razor”) answered questions about their new film, “Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D.” Unlike the earlier versions, including the 1959 George Pal version with Pat Boone and James Mason and a recent made-for-television movie starring Ric Schroeder, this is based on the Jules Verne book. Instead, it is the story of a modern-day scientist who searches for his brother, who discovered that Verne’s book was true.
The movie is a real thrill-ride with great stunts and effects and it was a blast to hear Brevig and Fraser talk about how it was made. In order to get the 3D effect, they have a special camera that shoots two separate movies, one for each eye. Essentially, they are projected together on screen (we got a sense of how tricky that was when they got it wrong three times before rebooting the system to get it right) and then when viewed with the special glasses, the audience gets a sense of depth and detail so distinct that — well, when the dinosaur drools, you’re going to feel like you need to wipe off your forehead.
Fraser good-naturedly answered questions — no, there will not be a sequel to “Encino Man” and yes, he does all his own stunts (he pointed out that the hanging off a cliff and getting burned stunts were left to the last day of shooting at the request of the insurance company). Brevig swore us all to secrecy when he confided that Fraser has one additional uncredited role in the film — he provides the warbling sounds for the adorable little glow-birds.
Celebrate Abraham Lincoln's Birthday Celebrate the birthday of our 16th President with some of the classic movies about his life. Ahead of us this are are the Steven Spielberg epic, based on Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin, with Daniel Day-Lewis and Sally Field, which will be out in Decem
Tribute: Whitney Houston Was there ever anyone more gifted than Whitney Houston? She had the face and voice of an angel. She had beauty, talent, and success including an unprecedented seven number one songs in a row and with Dolly Parton's song "I Will Always Love You" the biggest selling single by a female artist in hi
Trailer: Darling Companion Kevin Kline, Diane Keaton, and Richard Jenkins star in the upcoming "Darling Companion," about a lost dog, coming in April.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYYoaspzzlg[/youtube]
Maps of Enchanted Places The Awl has a wonderful illustrated story by Victoria Johnson featuring maps of the imaginary worlds of children's literature. The maps of The Phantom Tollbooth, The Princess Bride, Winnie the Pooh, The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit, and more are as inviting as the stories that take place there. And
Black Reel Awards Pay Tribute to "The Help" It is an honor and a privilege to be invited to participate in one of my very favorite annual movie awards presentations, the Black Reel Awards, which pay tribute to the greatest achievements of the African-American community to the year in film. For 2011, we are proud to recognize the extraordina
We just saw the trailer for this at “Prince Caspian”. I remember the version form the 60′s – though my parents never let me see it in the theater. This looks faithful – and the CGI makes the effects a little more believable. So far, it looks good. Can;t wait to see the finished product.
Movie Mom's Archives
Movie Mom's full archives of more than 1,400 reviews (including her 200 best films for families) and 400 blog posts is now on Beliefnet for searching.
Movie Mom is a registered trademark of Nell Minow.
Copyright 1995-2010 Nell Minow. All Rights Reserved.
Advertisement
About Beliefnet
Our mission is to help people like you find, and walk, a spiritual path that will
bring comfort, hope, clarity, strength, and happiness.
More about Beliefnet.
posted May 18, 2008 at 2:07 pm
My husband and sons will enjoy this movie! I might, also! Thanks for the information…..Cindi
posted May 18, 2008 at 2:50 pm
We just saw the trailer for this at “Prince Caspian”. I remember the version form the 60′s – though my parents never let me see it in the theater. This looks faithful – and the CGI makes the effects a little more believable. So far, it looks good. Can;t wait to see the finished product.