I didn't check the cast listings beforehand and was wondering who they got to play the young Jeff Bridges. CGI makes more sense now, in that I thought it was very accurate, but somewhat plastic.
So, back on point - IMAX and in 3D last night. Definitely worth it, IMO. The depth and context of the story was fine for me, and while I didn't get the "ooh-ahhh" others seem to have about the DJ scene in the club...I did enjoy the soundtrack overall (not just the techno beats, but yeah, props to Daft Punk). Graphics were good, plot was a ste pbeyond a simple remake and actually did sell itself to me as a sequel.
I enjoyed it, but was a bit sad there were only about 12 people in the huge IMAX theater for the showing on a Saturday night. I dunno, I just expected more people to go for that version of the showing. Granted, it's been running for a month or so, and has 4 showings a day, but still. I was sad. But I had a great seat!