PERFECT FOR KIDS: STUNNING SPECIAL EFFECTS, BUT NO WIT.Byline: Glenn Whipp Film Critic ``CyberWorld 3D,'' packs the visual punch you'd expect from an IMAX IMAX Noun a film projection process that produces an image ten times larger than standard film, and the fact that this compendium of computer animation features 3-D effects only adds icing to the cake. But the movie is so geared toward the taste of computer geeks Computer Geeks is an Internet discount retailer of computer hardware, peripherals and consumer electronics to businesses, resellers and consumers. Computer Geeks focuses on purchasing manufacturers' excess inventories, closeouts and out-of-date products which allows the company to and adolescent males that anyone outside that age group can't help but feel left out. The cumulative effect is more annoying than it is awe-inspiring. When Homer Simpson appears about 35 minutes into the 48-minute film, you realize what has been missing: Wit. Even as ``The Simpsons'' clip begins in two-dimensional form, it is infinitely more entertaining than anything the movie has previously offered. Fans of ``The Simpsons'' will enjoy seeing Homer (and later, Bart) in 3-D, taken from the series' sixth ``Treehouse of Horror'' episode. ``CyberWorld 3D'' also features an IMAX 3-D rendering of a scene from ``Antz'' and some fantastic animated shorts that will undoubtedly inspire wonder. Segments include the marvelous eye candy Images and animated graphics added to Web sites and interactive software that makes the information exciting. In other words, glitz, sizzle and pizzazz. See cornea gumbo. ``Monkey Brain Sushi'' from Sony Pictures Imageworks Sony Pictures Imageworks, Inc. is an Academy Award-winning, state-of-the-art visual effects and character animation company. Individuals at the company have been recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences with Oscars for their work on Spider-Man 2 and the spectacularly animated Pet Shop Boys video, ``Liberation.'' Unfortunately, the collection of clips are held together by a storyline involving a cyberbabe, Phig (voiced by Jenna Elfman), battling a bunch of annoying computer bugs intent on destroying her universe. Packed with laser violence and poorly delivered, groan-inducing puns (``Hasta la vista, buggies!''), these segments can only be appreciated by younger audience members with short attention spans. Unfortunately, Phig and friends take up about half of the movie's running time. But if you're able to get past this storyline, ``CyberWorld 3D'' offers plenty of fun, particularly in the way the filmmakers use fast camera moves to simulate the feeling of intense motion. (As with most IMAX 3-D films, the queasy QUEASY - An early system on the IBM 701. [Listed in CACM 2(5):16 (May 1959)]. should not attend without packing their Dramamine.) Kids will take delight in this, and, heck, they'll probably like the cyber-critters, too. Adults can take solace in the running time, and the fact that they're here and not at ``Digimon: The Movie.'' ``CYBERWORLD 3D'' (Not rated, but suitable for all ages) The stars: Clips from ``Antz,'' ``The Simpsons'' and the voice of Jenna Elfman. Behind the scenes: Directed by Colin Davies and Elaine Despins. Screenplay by Steven Hoban, Hugh Murray Hugh C. Murray (1825? – 1857) was the 3rd Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of California. He died in office. Preceded by Henry A. Lyons Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court March 1852 –September 1857 Succeeded by and Charlie Rubin Charlie Rubin is a professional writer who has written for many television shows, among them: ; Seinfeld (including the "Marine Biologist" episode) and Saturday Night Live. . Running time: 48 minutes. Playing: Universal Citywalk Universal CityWalk is a part of Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Japan originating from Universal's first park, Universal Studios Hollywood. IMAX in Universal City; Edwards IMAX in Valencia. Our rating: Two and one half stars |
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