Puss In Boots 3D

In Puss In Boots, the Shrek franchise's first feature-length spinoff, we learn where the swashbuckling feline found his fame—and a very big pair of boots. Lover, fighter, and outlaw Puss In Boots (Banderas) is off on the adventure of his nine lives as he teams up with Kitty Solfpaws (Hayek) and Humpty Dumpty (Galifianakis) for the ultimate showdown with the notorious Jack and Jill (Thornton & Sedaris) in their quest to swipe magic beans. (Gary Reber)

Special features include Puss In Boots: The Three Diablos (HD 13:05); the following Blu-ray Exclusives: "A DreamWorks Fairytale," where you can choose between "Jack And Jill," "Little Boy Blue," and "Humpty Dumpty" and answer a few questions to watch your custom rhyme play; "Puss' Paw Pouncing Challenge" flashlight beam game; "The Animators' Corner:" featuring storyboards, music, and interviews with creators, animators, cast and crew; and Trivia Track details about the film, including cat facts, secret props, and fairytale references. Additional features include the featurettes Purr-fect Pairing: The Voices Behind The Legends (HD 09:21), Kitten To Cat (HD 12:01), Glitter Box Dance Off! (HD 05:01), and Klepto Kitty (HD 03:42); three deleted scenes; "Kitty Keyboard," which includes a kitty playing "3 Blind Mice," "Humpty Dumpty," "Jack And Jill," and "Little Boy Blue"; a "Fairytale Pop-Up Book" which offers Memorable Moments, Favorite Line, Gallery, and You Know Him (or her) From... for the characters "Puss In Boots," "Kitty Softpaws," "Humpty Dumpty," and "Jack And Jill"; the game "Kitty Strikes Again"; a "World Of DreamWorks Animation" promo; golden (easter) eggs; and up-front previews.

The 1080p MVC 3-D picture is stunning! Not only are the picture quality attributes that rank the 2-D picture tops found in the 3-D version, but the added sense of natural dimensional space and perspective really puts this over the top as one of the finest 3-D visual experiences available on Blu-ray Disc™. The same level of resolution and intricately fine detail is evident in the 3-D presentation, enhanced with impressive spatial and dimensional depth. Animated figures and textures are impressively detailed, whether it be exhibited in Puss' leathery hat or Humpty's body. The color palette is strongly saturated with rich and vivid hues that retain warmth, yet pop. Contrast is excellent, with deep, solid blacks and revealing shadow delineation in the dimly lit sequences. As for 3-D effect, both positive and negative parallax imagery is well balanced, to deliver a pleasing natural dimensional and spatial experience in terms of in-screen and out-of-screen action. Character description and volume appear natural and believable within the varied scenes. Several impressive "reverse" 3-D effects provide further spatial perspective as well as out-of-screen visual effects. There is no really noticeable crosstalk or ghosting artifacts to detract from the gorgeous presentation. This is yet another one of the more impressive 3-D experiences that delivers a perfectly natural sense of depth and perspective, while providing enhanced 3-D effects that are eye-popping. (Gary Reber)

The Dolby™ TrueHD 7.1-channel soundtrack is spatially engaging, with a well-recorded lively orchestral music score that effectively engages the soundfield. The music sounds dynamic and sweeping in its presentation of spatial dimension, both in terms of depth and width. Atmospherics and sound effects enhance the sense of real environments, with impressive natural ambiance that delivers engaging soundscapes. The surround channels are aggressively directional at times, though, surprisingly the full extent of the added two channels are not used, or not used at all. When energized the two added channels generally serve to punctuate special effects in the rear soundfield. Action scenes are nicely energized and immersive. Deep bass in the .1 LFE channel provides energy to sound effects such as during chaotic sequences involving gunfire and cannon shots. Still, the LFE extension and punch is a bit reserved and thus lessens the expected impact of the action. The dialogue, at times directionalized, is perfectly intelligible and nicely integrated spatially. This is a really great soundtrack that delivers a fun sonic experience that perfectly complements the incredible animation. (Gary Reber)