For me, the 48p in Gardens was worth it. For RM32, you get physically excellent seats, no queue, 48p and the best of all, THX. But I do admit the hot dog was abit expensive. RM7 is like a KFC meal.

48p works fantastic during the action sequence. But it kind of dulls down during dialogue session. Maybe it was the camera angle, maybe it was the characters. Not as 'memorable' as the Fellowship. Heck, I can't even name a single dwarf. Ok, ok, The Hobbit was originally meant as a children's book.

then don't watch movies at 1080p because it is too clear like they are talking to you 

I'm sure there will be.. but not looking forward to it.

My 48fps experience at tgv 1u - clear, sharp details, achieves a documentary style look which, for me, badly represents middle-earth - after being so accustomed to the previous trilogy at 24fps.

It was a struggle througout trying to enjoy 'the Hobbit' in HFR... i could tolerate static dialogue close-up scenes - but, as soon as the camera moves - OMG.. giant LED TV screen with motion-flow turned on.. even in 3d, its horrifying.

So, i walked out of halfway, when the dwarves arrive at rivendell - and going to good old imax3d at 24fps tomorrow.
http://blog.vincentlaforet.com/2012/12/19/...cinema-magical/