With the rise in popularity of a certain movie lately, and its stunning advancements in 3-D technology, the titular question is being asked worldwide.  The short answer?  Yes, but it won't look very good.  Shucks, there goes my dream of seeing The Empire Strikes Back in glorious 3-D.

The Michael Jackson tribute at the Grammys last night, for instance, caused headaches and nausea among many.  This is a sign that despite the verdict, prepare for a whole new way to decide if you want to see a movie in 3-D or not, because the bad versions are coming.

Shooting a film in 3-D requires some careful decision-making so as to maximize the depth effect while minimizing potential eyestrain. Directors may feel constrained by these limitations. In any case, not every 3-D director agrees that conversion works just as well. James Cameron, for one, has criticized Tim Burton for using this approach in his upcoming feature, Alice in Wonderland: "It doesn't make any sense to shoot in 2-D and convert to 3-D," he said.

Link to Slate article.   (Photo: Wikipedia)