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Christopher Nolan has been one of the greatest advocates of IMAX technology for years and consistently utilises it in his films. However, in the case of “The Odyssey,” the director has taken it a step further. The production was entirely shot on IMAX film, which is meant to provide audiences with exceptional image quality and a significantly larger field of view. The latest trailer for the film does not focus exclusively on the plot but also demonstrates how crucial the choice of projection format is. For many viewers, this may be the first opportunity to see the differences between the various versions of the film.
IMAX 70 mm shows significantly more than standard cinema
The creators of “The Odyssey” have prepared an unusual presentation of the new trailer. The material allows for a comparison of the way the image is framed in different projection formats. The most impressive is the juxtaposition of the standard cinema image with the IMAX 70 mm version. In the traditional panoramic format, part of the image is simply cropped. As a result, the viewer receives a significantly narrower frame and loses a substantial portion of the details present on the screen. In the case of IMAX 70 mm, the image is clearly taller, allowing more elements of the set design, landscapes, or characters to be observed. Nolan has long emphasised that this way of viewing best captures his vision for the film. “The Odyssey” is the first feature film entirely shot on IMAX film. This means using analog 65 mm cameras instead of their digital counterparts. Such technology allows for an incredibly high level of detail in the image and exceptional projection quality. For viewers, this means a more immersive experience, especially during spectacular scenes. This is precisely why the director so strongly promotes screenings in the largest possible format. The trailer clearly demonstrates that the differences are not just a marketing slogan. In many shots, the change in aspect ratio completely affects the perception of the scenes.
Not every cinema screen will showcase the film in all its glory
Although "The Odyssey" was created with IMAX 70 mm in mind, very few viewers will have the opportunity to see the film in that format. Only a limited number of cinemas worldwide are equipped with the appropriate projectors and systems to support this format. IMAX theatres that utilise the 1.90:1 aspect ratio are far more common, which still offer a larger image than standard cinemas, but do not show the full potential of the material filmed by Nolan. Alternatives are 70 mm screenings or traditional digital showings. Each of these versions will present the film somewhat differently. In the case of Dolby Cinema, viewers can count on high-quality image and sound through Dolby Atmos, although the full HDR effect remains a rarity in traditional cinemas using projectors. Only modern LED screens allow for displaying materials in HDR quality. For many, this means having to choose between the availability of a screening and the highest possible image quality. Christopher Nolan has been encouraging viewers for years to watch his films on the largest screens. Everything suggests that in the case of "The Odyssey," the differences will be even more pronounced than in his earlier productions. Therefore, the choice of the right cinema may be more important than ever before.
The new trailer for "The Odyssey" not only promotes the upcoming film by Christopher Nolan but also demonstrates the vast differences between projection formats. The production was entirely shot on IMAX film, allowing viewers to see significantly more details than in standard cinemas. The issue is that the full capabilities of the film will only be available in a few theatres around the world. The premiere of "The Odyssey" is scheduled for 17 July 2026.
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