THE PLOT THUS FAR
THE UNIVERSE IN 3D: A WHOLE NEW DIMENSION, takes a mind-bending look at Earth and the universe it inhabits. CRASH LANDING ON MARS explores how events might play out if humans were stranded on the red planet. Could astronauts survive dust storms and space radiation or find vital resources like water? WORST DAYS ON PLANET EARTH vividly imagines how our seemingly hospitable planet has been shaped through utter chaos and destruction. Experience in dramatic 3D how giant volcanoes scorched the Earth and darkened skies, and how asteroids the size of Everest slammed into the ocean. In GOD AND THE UNIVERSE, physicists and theologians discuss whether the seemingly miraculous creation of a universe calibrated to support life proves the existence of a creator, or are explained by the laws of physics.
WHAT WE THOUGHT
“The Universe in 3D” is a compilation disc that sports documentaries ranging from Mars, the Universe and the destruction of the Earth. It’s pretty crazy, but we get a wide variety of examinations of celestial matters. I had qualms about the God and the Universe documentary. The fact that we even have to keep bringing up issues like that is a testament to the Religious Right’s inability to let stuff go.
The History Channel has been creating some excellent documentaries in 3D. The heavy use on CG recreations and the big camera pushes actually help to sell the effect. I bet that was unintentional, but it’s neat to have that for a TV production. The whole affair runs slightly over two hours and it’s on par with an informative Reddit read. If you want more than that, then go crack a book.
The Blu-Ray comes with no special features. However, you get three documentaries presented with stunning 1080 3D transfer. The field of depth is amazing. Plus, I can’t tell if it was post converted or initially shot that way. In the end, I’d recommend a purchase.
RELEASE DATE: 01/14/2014