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È disponibile in 3D?

Is it available in 3D?

Pronunciation

'3D' is said as 'tre D' in Italian — simply the Italian letter names.

When to use it

Ask at the counter or check listings when a big-budget film is showing. 3D is available at most multiplex cinemas in Italy. Sometimes you must rent or purchase 3D glasses separately.

What it means

3D films are common at Italian multiplexes for blockbusters. The surcharge ('supplemento') for 3D is typically €2–4. Glasses ('occhiali 3D') are either rented for a deposit or sold disposably. IMAX is available at select Italian cinemas in major cities like Rome and Milan.

Variations

C'è anche la versione IMAX?

Is there also an IMAX version?

IMAX is available at a few premium Italian cinemas.

Quanto costa il supplemento per il 3D?

How much is the 3D surcharge?

Asks specifically about the extra cost.

Gli occhiali 3D sono inclusi?

Are the 3D glasses included?

Clarifies whether glasses are part of the ticket price.

Mini Dialogue

— È disponibile in 3D? — Sì, la versione 3D è in sala 6. Gli occhiali sono inclusi nel biglietto. — E quanto costa in più rispetto alla versione normale? — Tre euro in più. Il biglietto 3D è 13 euro. — Ok, prendo quello normale allora.

— Is it available in 3D? — Yes, the 3D version is in screen 6. Glasses are included in the ticket. — And how much more does it cost compared to the regular version? — Three euros more. The 3D ticket is 13 euros. — Ok, I'll take the regular one then.

Cultural Note

Italian audiences were initially enthusiastic about 3D but the format has declined in popularity since the early 2010s. Many Italians now prefer standard 2D, citing headaches and the additional cost.