The introduction of 3D screens has done nothing to increase patronage at the flicks - but cinemas say people are still flocking in for a big-screen experience that can't be matched at home.

According to a Statistics NZ report, 15.3 million cinema visits were made last year - more than double the 6.1 million in 1991.

The introduction of 3D screens in 2008 was not reflected in the statistics - if anything, slightly fewer visits to cinemas have occurred in the past two years.

Are 3D movies worth paying extra for? Here is the latest selection of Your Views:

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  2. ek says
    "I think the 3D movies done properly, are a solid vehicle for delivering an entertaining experience."
  3. dj says
    "3D is not worth paying extra money. 3D should be treated as added value to entice people to go to the movies."
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