How have developments in film technology changed since the beginning of film, with reference to 'Everest' and 3D?

'Everest' the latest offering movie by Working Title Productions uses 3D technology to heighten the dramatic effect of an adventure of a group of men that risk climbing to the top of Mount Everest  whilst being based on a true story. There were many key moments throughout the movie which were enhanced by creativity, meaning and creating a profound effect of the audience. These have played out through the use of camera angles, editing, music and sound effects and of course seeing the film at the IMAX in 3D left me gripped to my seat, which was extremely overwhelming.

Firstly the use of camera angles and framing heightened my experience of watching 'Everest' A key first camera angle we visually came across is the aerial, where the camera is looking down upon a bridge which connects the two mountains together. This angle was rather graphic, especially being in 3D, made the audience watching the film feel more involved as it was overwhelming and capturing. Another example is when one of the main characters Becks, is slowly walking across a ladder trying to reach the other side of the mountain whilst the other group of climbers wait the opposite side. Of course, we came to grips with what is going to happen as the camera angle enters a 'close up' shot on his shoes which show them about to slip off the ladder, this is accompanied by music which makes the scene more effective and allows use to be more prepared for what is going to come.

Secondly, the experience of the IMAX definitely enchanted the effect on the audience. This was perceived by the around sound, the use of 3D technology and the larger curved screens, which was obviously much bigger than an normal cinema. When certain dramatic scenes played: for example the storm at the end and back again to Beck falling under the ladder. The sound was rather loud and increased the momentum during the film, making me physically excited and just made it more effective and us watching the film felt more intrigued. The all around sound made the film feel real life as it was coming from every direction. Also when the storm came across the sound came up from behind which worked really well, so diegetic sound was enchanced in the editing.