“Deepsea Challenge 3D” Movie Review
Introduction
Not all places on Earth have been visited before. There
are places on Earth itself which is as remote from us as distant planets. After
years of work, a team of engineers led by National
Geographic Explorer-in-Residence & prominent
filmmaker James Cameron (“Avatar”, “Titanic”) has built a high-technology
submersible that allows humans to visit the deepest part of this hidden world
that lies in the ocean.
The National
Geographic film DEEPSEA CHALLENGE 3D records the astounding journey of
Cameron and members of his engineering and science team as they prepare to make
history, fulfilling lifelong dreams in the process.
How Cameron’s
journey started in exploring the sea?
What awaits Cameron
deep down the sea?
Let’s witness the historical
moments of deepsea exploration in your nearest cinema now! In 3D!
Review:
Deepsea
Challenge 3D follows the real-life story of James Cameron, the man who brought us
the movies of “Avatar” and “Titanic”. It has always been his dream to explore the mysteries of
the ocean. His interest has begun since he was a child, inspired by the “Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau”.
This movie is the complete documentation of him achieving that dream.
Since it is a real life story, the plot quality of such
movie genre usually varies according to the subject. However, James Cameron’s life itself is a very
interesting asset to be shared with the audiences. He has done many amazing
things in life and the movie was able to capture a lot of these moments and present
it thoroughly on the big screen.
The pacing is a bit slow at some scenes as they are
actually the real footage of his exploration deep down the sea. Otherwise, the
chronology of his team preparing for the deepsea exploration is delivered in a
smooth pacing.
Most of the scenes are LIVE taken footage and I am really
impressed at how determined they are in achieving their dreams. Plus, the
details they have provided in this movie are really comprehensive. We even get
to see some of the rare creatures deep down in the ocean as they are being brought
in front of our eyes in 3D!
Besides all these, I need to praise the musical scores in
this movie. Despite being a documentary video, the background soundtracks are
very powerful and as epic as a blockbuster movie. I really enjoy the music very
much!
Apart from that, this movie is actually really
educational and inspiring. A lot of the scenes and footages have been associated
with speeches by either James Cameron or
his teammates. These lines are either science facts or really inspirational
quotes by Cameron himself!
The movie is
actually a really good documentary movie with very little flaws. Although some
scenes are really slowly-paced but they are really interesting if you love
science. However, some might doze off during these scenes. Besides, some scenes
felt like commercial ads for James Cameron as they have highlighted on his
passion and past achievements a bit more than expected.
What I like about the movie:
- James Cameron’s life is amazing!
- Real life footage
presented in a comprehensive chronological order.
- Great background music.
- Scientific and inspirational.
What I dislike about the movie:
- Pacing might be a bit slow at some scenes.
- Commercial like scenes.
Verdict:
This movie deserves a 7.0/10.0!
“Ever dreamt of looking at the deeper part of the sea?
You can watch it here in this movie!” –WLJack
“A good documentary movie but not for everyone!” – Fellow reviewer, Jose
Yap
Highly recommended to those who love National Geographic
and for those who love science!
If you are not the type who enjoy documentary movies,
this is not for you and there are many other choices of movies in the cinema
now!
Million thanks to GSC Movies for inviting me to the
premiere screening of the movie.
For summarized review, please visit:
http://www.wljack.com/2014/10/movie-review-deepsea-challenge-3d.html
Published
by WLJack.