Finding Nemo 3D

One of the most beloved brainchilds of the Disney-Pixar matchup, “Finding Nemo” has reached impressive 3-D depth.

It’s about time.

The highly detailed water world surrounding Nemo’s journey already draws viewers old and young to share the experience. Realistic animation makes us want to dive right in either as Marlin (Brooks), the dad who can’t let go, or Nemo (Gould), the kid anxious to see the sea for himself. Others might prefer the forgetful fancies of Dori (DeGeneres).

Simple elements rendered in 3-D, from the sea “manemone” tentacles to the shiny gills on a clown fish’s side, pull us further into the reef. Even the tiniest light-reflecting particle floating aimlessly through the background becomes as mystifying as stars in the night sky.

Viewers get a first-person view of a frightening flight with hungry seagulls and the fish tank-dwellers’ planned escape through the dentist’s office window.

And don’t miss the new “Toy Story” short airing at the beginning. With all its flashing lights and thumping bass, “Partysaurus Rex” is just as engaging as the tale to follow.

By Rachael Stuart