Titanic in 3D Movie

Titanic 3D opened in U.S. theaters on April 4, 2012. The film was re-released in the dynamic, 3D medium, much to the delight of moviegoers. The film's release date commemorates the 100th anniversary of the ship's sinking (April 15).

Many moviegoers are excited to experience the iconic film in its new medium, particularly since the 1997 release of Titanic (with actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet) broke many film records.

James Cameron wrote, directed and produced Titanic. The film fictionalized the tragic voyage in a romantic adventure story. It was nominated for 14 Academy Awards and won 11, including Best Picture and Best Director. It also broke financial film records, as it was the first film to gross billion dollar sales (it grossed over $1.8 billion). For 12 years, it kept the record of being the highest-grossing film of all time.

The 3D Titanic not only commemorates the voyage's centennial anniversary, but it also marks 15 years since the film was released. Cameron was in charge of the 3D production with his partner, producer Jon Landau.

The real life tragedy still captivates people worldwide. The RMS Titanic was the largest, luxury ocean liner at that time. On April 14, 1912,at 11:40 p.m., the ship hit an iceberg; sliced its hull underwater. Water rushed into the lower decks. In less than 3 hours, the gigantic ship was gone. The "Unsinkable Titanic" (as it was promoted to be) sank into the waters at 2:20 a.m. on April 15, the liner filled with water, broke in half, and sunk in freezing depths of the ocean. The luxury liner had carried 2,223 passengers onboard; 700 people survived, but 1,517 people lost their lives. Unfortunately, its maiden voyage was its last.

The Titanic movie is the fictionalized story of Rose DeWitt Bukater. As an 81-year woman, she accompanies her granddaughter to meet members of the shipwreck's recovery crew. As Rose looks at the underwater pieces of the Titanic, she retells her long ago, love story aboard the doomed luxury ocean liner. She was an engaged socialite, who fell in love with Jack Dawson, a poor but charming artist. Rose was depressed about her future with an arranged marriage to a man she doesn't love. Jack is daring, adventurous, and living life to the fullest. His philosophy was life wasn't about material wealth but to make every day count.

Their love affair is the crux of the story, but it also includes the drama of class differences and evil doers. Rose's mother insists she marry the first class and wealthy, Cal Hockley. Rose, her mother, and Cal are people of privilege - and enjoy the ship's first class seats. Class differences - both in societal expectations, perception and treatment -- continue throughout the movie, depicting life in 1912.

The movie relives Rose and Jack's love journey, as the recovery crew and Rose's granddaughter listen intently. The crew has been researching the site for three years and had hoped to find a particular, rare diamond necklace - The Heart of the Ocean, given to Rose by her fiance.

It's a heart wrenching love story amid the backdrop of one of the world's well known maritime disaster. The movie, rated PG -13, is considered a romance, adventure, drama.

Image courtesy of Amazon, Titanic (1997) DVD

The critically acclaimed movie Titanic touched moviegoers worldwide. Some people are happy to see the epic film in its new medium, while others are shocked that the tragedy would be re-released in such a graphic format.

What do you think? Ready to see the love story unfold again? Or do you think the 3D film is only a ploy to make more money? Not a fan of tragedy brought up close and personal?

If you loved the 1997 film, you'll love this collector's edition of Titanic. The special set includes:

Never-before-seen deleted scenes (29 scenes that were cut from the film)

Ever wonder if the ending could be different? You'll see an alternate ending: Brock's Epiphany

Discover behind-the-scenes of the incredible stunts

Relieve the epic Music video "My Heart Will Go On" by Celine Dion - one song from the best movie soundtrack.

.... and so much more.

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The very last scene of the movie would have remained the same. The alternate ending involves Rose and Brock (head of the research team) -- it's a deleted scene from the last minutes of the movie.

Critics of this alternate ending approve the deletion as they claim the scene's cheesiness dilutes the last moments of the film. Watch the scene - what do you think? Glad it made the cutting room floor? Or do you wish it had been included?

Celine Dion's, "My Heart Will Go On", captured our hearts. The song can be heard in parts of the movie and in its entirety at the end. Take a few moments, sit back, and enjoy the iconic, love theme song in this special concert.

The gorgeous Heart of the Ocean was almost a character in the movie. Rose receives the rare diamond necklace from her fiance. Later, she wears the necklace -- and only the necklace -- while Jack sketches her portrait.

The film's Heart of the Ocean necklace inspired many jewelry pieces, like the replicas below. They're stunning - and you can find a gorgeous set for yourself or someone you love. It'd make a great gift for someone who loved the necklace in the movie.

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The Titanic movie sparks many people's interest in researching the famous sea disaster. What caused the luxury liner to sink? What did survivors report? Here are books and videos about the real life tragedy.

Over the last 100 years, people have not forgotten about the Titanic. People continue to research the ship, its passengers, crew, and more. Often, the authors spend years compiling information from records, news reports, and Titanic survivors.

Here are popular books about the Titanic ship.

For those who watched the 1997 Titanic movie, some scenes never left their memories. What's your favorite?

Jack paints a sensuous portrait of Rose wearing her engagement necklace, the "Heart of the Ocean"... Steaming up the car windows... The ship breaks in half, sinks in the water as passengers fall off the ship...Jack and Rose pose triumphantly at the ship's bow... Elder Rose drops the necklace into the waters above the wreckage.

Share your favorite memories from the movie.