Culture Cram: Katy Perry in 3D

Katy Perry's "teenage dream" becomes a reality in her new 3D documentary.
(image via USA Today)

Today, you can don 3D glasses and watch pop singer Katy Perry's new film Katy Perry: Part of Me. Perry is following in the footsteps of Justin Bieber and the Glee cast by releasing a 3D concert documentary with her signature quirky touch. The movie's trailers promise a blend of childhood videos, backstage footage and onstage performances.

Perry seems thrilled and passionate about her new film. At last week's premiere, the singer donned nail art featuring tiny popcorn and 3D glasses. Then she treated the crowd to a fun performance while wearing a bra made of movie reels. The girl likes a good theme party.

While I'm a fan of Perry's undeniably catchy music and funky onstage persona, I'm not the biggest fan of the 3D trend. I'm especially not that sold on the idea of 3D concert movies, especially since so much of this film seems to consist of home movies and backstage video. I've never been to a Katy Perry concert, but I doubt watching her stage performances onscreen in 3D will rival watching her perform live.

I think concert films and backstage documentaries can work well in movie theaters, especially if the artist is as vibrant and fun as Katy Perry. However, the combination of the two doesn't really appeal to me, and neither style begs to be released in 3D. Still, I must say that the format will be wasted if there are no 3D shots of Perry's many creative bras, especially the one that shoots whipped cream. I think that's what everyone is expecting, right?

Will you see Katy Perry's new movie? If so, are you willing to pay for the 3D ticket?

Jill O'Rourke is an Entertainment Blogger for Ruffled Feathers. You can read her personal blog and follow her on Twitter.

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