In roughly a month (12/14), movie going will experience what could prove to be the “next big thing”, as “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” is shown in high frame rate, at select theatres. For those unfamiliar with high frame rate; this advancement involves a movie being shot and playing at forty-eight frames per second, as opposed to the traditional twenty-four, the end result being a higher definition picture. While that may not sound like a game changer, the visual difference between 24fps and 48fps is quite dramatic. I had the opportunity to see some clips of “The Hobbit” in 48fps this past year and the picture quality was startling (almost too real).
Being a cutting edge technology, only 400 to 450 screens will be showing “The Hobbit” in 48fps domestically. Fortunately, Orange County will be well represented in this limited roll out, with six locations already on board (likely more to be announced soon):
Edwards Aliso Viejo Stadium 20
Regal Foothill Towne Center Stadium 22
Century Huntington Beach Bella Terra 20
Whether this technology is the future of movies or not remains a matter of great debate, but high frame rate is definitely worth checking out. A new era for movies or just another dead end gimmick? Find out for yourself on 12/14.
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