12-07-2007, 06:12 PM
Unlike Greg, I did not find the 3D aspect annoying in any way. For the sequence of Beowulf against the sea monsters to was very cool. I did note that since the new 3D technology relies on polarization of the image rather than the old fashion red and blue lenses, one has to keep you head straight while watching the screen. If you should tilt your head to the left or right you begin to distort the horizontal and vertical images that are filtered through their corresponding lenses.
As for the article that KB referenced. Very interesting. Like the author, I immediately started to think about the Tolkien vs Nietzsche hero architype in terms of our current society.
In todays america I am always amazed at those who trumpet their Christian values while displaying actions and virtures more in line with earlier times. But then again why should this surprise me when most of these people, like the woman on the View, have little or no understanding of the history and contents of the book that they believe is 100% true.
As for the article that KB referenced. Very interesting. Like the author, I immediately started to think about the Tolkien vs Nietzsche hero architype in terms of our current society.
In todays america I am always amazed at those who trumpet their Christian values while displaying actions and virtures more in line with earlier times. But then again why should this surprise me when most of these people, like the woman on the View, have little or no understanding of the history and contents of the book that they believe is 100% true.