We had seen Avatar previously, but without 3D or IMAX. Seeing it again in 3D and in an IXAX theater made a huge difference. Unbelieveable special effects and sound. Even knowing the entire story line, seeing (and hearing) it in 3D with the IMAX sounds made an already impressive movie experience a fantastic one!
We had heard that 9 was "the best musical" since Chicago. It was absolutely no comparison. Time, and money, are both very limited in this day and age. We feel like we wasted both going to see this movie.