I've been involved indirectly with 3D movies and products for years through my late-husband's holography business...I was always a fan of the medium...but this film took special effects and 3D to a whole new level for me! The storyline stands on its own...the visual effects are just an added bonus! I want to go back and see the IMAX version now that I don't have to focus on the storyline. Two hours & forty minutes of eye candy!!! Great way to start off the new year!