3D: Inevitable Disguised Pain?

Marnin'!
Today marks Avatar's 7th week atop the box office. This got me thinking-are all movie producers going to follow this inevitable trend that leads to millions upon millions of dollars? Yes, I saw Avatar, and although I liked it, I am not a full believer that 3D is worth the trouble. With an amazing list of movies that will be released in 2010, it seems that all people can look forward to is Alice in Wonderland, 3D nonetheless.
Sure, Tim Burton is a genius to some, Johnny Depp is one of the greatest actors of our generation, and the story is timeless. However, I do not believe that 3D is worth the hype; follow along...
1. The "Stiffy"- when I saw Avatar, I unfortunately got there a whole 3 minutes late. I was then excommunicated by the engulfed crowd for making a peep, and then forced to sit in the very front row, all the way on the right side-the 2 last remaining seats. I was so excited to keep up with the jones' that I didn't even mind. That is, until about 10 minutes into the movie. My neck was completely sore from having to look up and far left. Also, 3D films are designed to be most effective when viewed from a front and center position. There were many times throughout the film when I couldn't make out what Jake Sully was doing because of how sketchy the lines were. Next time Ill be sure to camp out to get that prime location.
2. People puke. I do not have a weak stomach, so I was fairly OK. However, I heard from various people that they either had to leave the film, stop watching at parts, or felt sick afterwards. 3D is a commitment, and sometimes people over commit themselves. There are no warnings beforehand, so bring your Scopolamine!
3. Prices. Yes, I am sure James Cameron and his producers spent a buttload of money on Avatar, but are the 3D glasses really worth an additional $3.50 on the ticket prices? Some theaters do not even have the option to view Avatar in a 2D setting. I paid $14 for my ticket in Chicago, but...got to keep my 3D glasses! Hope they have more 3d 20 second Super Bowl ads this year! Inflated prices=Loews making bank=no after movie beers for me.
4. Inflated Numbers!!!! This just dawned on me. Avatar is becoming the number 1 movie of all time for gross income. At $14, of course it has the edge on Edge of Darkness(in 2D) which goes for $10. Why have a movie that only makes $400 million at the box office when you can add 3D and bump that to $600 million?


Avatar was a great movie, I dont take anything away from the production, cast, or story. However, if this is going to be a regular trend, I hope the price drops. No one is going to pay $14 to see Precious in 3D, I'll tell you that much.