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Tonight we were fortunate enough to get free passes to see Nightmare Before Christmas In 3d. Before I discuss it let me first talk about my feelings toward the original film. I had always been a Tim Burton fan so when I heard he was making a new stop motion (my favorite form of animation) film I was overjoyed. I began seeing promotions for the new film and even though Henry Selick would direct it, I couldn't wait. When opening night soon arrived I sat in the theatre and was literally spellbound. I loved every minute of this movie. The movement of the characters and their designs were uniquely Burton. I was hooked. I would go on to see the film nine more times on the big screen. I bought the toys. The Art Book. The childrens book. The soundtrack. I even bought a complete set of the trading cards. Years later when Disney realized they could still make money on a film they did so little to promote, they released a limited edition snow globe. Yes, I was first in line to buy that as well. Am I a dork? Yes...yes I am. :-) So, to say I was apprehensive when I heard that they were making Nightmare in 3d would be an understatement. I thought surely this was a marketing ploy. What can I say? A free movie ticket is a free movie ticket.

As we sat there and the film started all my fears were gone. This was the beautiful film I fell in love with in my early twenties. Being able to sit there and watch it with my wife (who has never seen it on the big screen) was a bonus. This isn't your novelty Friday the 13th or Jaws 3D. This film works. When Sally flings herself out of the window it's like you're right there next to her. The scene towards the end of Jack in the graveyard after he's been blown out of the sky is just a wonder to watch. The grand finale in Oogy Boogy's lair is so much fun. Let me say....This film is AWESOME!!!!! Go see it. You won't be disappointed.

Peace,
Herc