Must-See! The Dream of a 30-Year-Old Woman Comes True with the 3D Screening of "Titanic" - Great Tips for a Thrifty Experience!

Want to Watch 'Titanic' in Theaters"

I went to see the James Cameron 25th Anniversary 3D Remastered version of "Titanic" currently playing in theaters this weekend. Finally, my long-standing dream has come true.

Back in my college days, when I first watched this film on TV, I envied those who had the chance to see it in theaters about 20 years ago. At the time of its release in 1997, I was only one year old.

While the story of the movie can be enjoyed on a small screen at home, I've always wanted to be captivated by the grandeur of the story and the dynamic beauty of the ship and the sea on the big screen. I also wanted to see the characters' expressions more clearly.

Perhaps if there were theaters showing the original version when I was a college student, I might have been able to see it. However, back then, I watched movies either on cable TV at my parents' house or in the video booths at the university library, so I didn't consider going to the theaters, and before I knew it, I became a working adult.

James Cameron's 25th Anniversary 3D Remastered "Titanic"

Recently, the James Cameron 25th Anniversary 3D Remastered version of "Titanic" started screening in theaters.

My long-held dream of watching it in a movie theater was finally coming true. I thought it was an old movie, and I could go whenever I had free time.

However, to my surprise, the news reported that the theaters were packed with young couples and long-time fans. In fact, the showings at the theaters I usually go to were fully booked for the day and the next, making it impossible to get a reservation.

Although I wished to see it at a later date, I thought it would be better to watch it at a place where it was available so that I wouldn't regret it when I got busier. I made a reservation for a seat at a theater where I could book tickets.

Watch Movies Affordably with WELBOX

By the way, I had the opportunity to join the employee benefit service called WELBOX, and through this service, I could purchase movie tickets for around 1500 yen. Sometimes, there are coupons or campaigns that offer significant discounts, even up to half price.

This time, I watched "Titanic" in an IMAX screening with excellent visual and sound facilities, and it was also a 3D screening, which required an additional cost for the 3D glasses. Normally, you would have to pay separate fees on top of the basic ticket price, but thanks to WELBOX, I could watch it for the same price as a regular ticket.

I think it's better to watch a movie on a day when there's a ladies' day or when movies are available at a discounted price rather than participating in a ticket scramble and ending up in a seat that is not ideal.

Impressions of Fulfilling the Long-Awaited "Titanic" Theater Experience

Now, I had already seen the movie before, so I didn't expect to cry. But I couldn't hold back tears at the beginning and end.

At the beginning, knowing how it ends and the excitement of finally being able to watch "Titanic" on this big screen with impressive sound overwhelmed my emotions. I had goosebumps.

To be honest, when tears started flowing during the submarine scene at the beginning, I think people would have suspected something if the surroundings had been brighter.

By the way, regarding the 3D screening, it's not like the movie was originally made for 3D, and there were no flashy action scenes with the characters due to the 3D effects. However, the 3D portrayal of the ocean was beautifully immersive and breathtaking.

As for my 3D movie experience, I vividly remember watching "Spy Kids" in a theater with 3D glasses about 20 years ago or watching the VHS version (I wonder if there was a DVD version?) with red and blue glasses. There was a sense of "things popping out" in the 3D movies I had seen before, but in this "Titanic" screening, the three-dimensional effect felt very natural.

From what I read in internet articles, it seems that this film, which was released in 2012 as a 3D version, has been further enhanced in terms of visuals.

The visuals themselves were improved, and both Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, despite being in a movie from 1997, portrayed a fleeting love with a freshness that resembled contemporary films.

It was good, really great.

Even if I can watch "Titanic" through subscriptions or reruns in the future, I think it will be quite rare to have the opportunity to watch it in high-quality 3D. I'm glad I jumped into the movie theater without hesitation.

By the way, the running time exceeds three hours, so snacks like popcorn are essential. Currently, alongside "Titanic," a new installment of the also lengthy film "Avatar" is being shown, and the snack shops were crowded with people seeking snacks for similar reasons, so I recommend arriving at the theater early, even if you've secured your seat in advance.