Step Up 3

you know what you're in for (hint: it's not the acting)
If I were rating Step Up 3D simply based on the acting or writing - you know, the usual movie criteria - then I'd have to give two stars out of five, at most. Heck, to this day I have trouble remembering the two lead characters' names because they were so bland and had zero personality. The only person I *do* remember clearly is Moose, played by Adam Sevani.

However, no one watches this sort of movie for the stellar acting or plot. There was one reason, and one reason only, why I watched Step Up 3D - the dancing! And in that respect, the movie more than delivered. The dancing is absolutely fantastic. It's the sort of movie that makes you want to get up and dance yourself, or attempt to, anyway. And for a dance movie, I don't think there's any higher praise.

Another surprising highlight of this film was the 3d! It might sound laughable, but I think Step Up showcases some of the best use of 3D since Avatar. No, really. I think the difference between Step Up 3D and...

AMAZING 3D AND DANCING! GREAT COLOR AND BRIGHTNESS!
I bought this for the 3D. It's one of the best, if not the best 3D blu-ray that I've seen. It's right up there with "Open Season", which is a bit different because it's animated. It's definitely the best non-animated 3D blu-ray that I've seen. The acting and plot are almost non existent. The dancing is phenomenal though. I'm not even a big fan of dance, and just bought this to watch a non-animation 3D blu-ray besides some stupid documentary. The dancing is extremely entertaining though. You can tell the film was shot with 3D in mind.

The setting is also perfect to showcase 3D. Since the film is based in New York the outside scenes offer incredible depth. Also, the brightness doesn't at all look too low as it does on many 3D blu-rays. I watched for a reduction in brightness the whole time and really didn't notice it at all. Ghosting also never seemed to appear. Both the outdoor and indoor scenes have a great level of brightness. The outdoor scene of Alyson Stoner and "Moose"...

Bridget's Review
You know how sometimes when you watch a sequel, you can't help but compare it to the original and think that the first one was so much better? Step Up 3 is the exception to that rule. Yes, it is the third movie in a series but it really could stand alone. The plot is intriguing, the passion between the main stars is too hot for words and the dancing is unbelievable! I don't normally watch movies more than once, especially in only a few days time and I've already watched Step Up 3 four times! That's a new record for me. I watched the regular DVD first and then watched the Blu-ray version and there was a huge difference! The picture quality is so much better on Blu-ray and the screen seemed to come to life. I enjoyed this movie so much and it would make a great gift for the holidays!

One of my favorite features on this DVD is the music videos. I put them on while I'm cleaning the living room and it makes the chore so much more enjoyable. I catch myself dancing...

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