Christopher Nolan’s THE ODYSSEY Is the First Film Shot Entirely with IMAX Film Cameras

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As a movie enthusiast, let me express my excitement about one of the most thrilling aspects that cinema offers – the diverse methods used to capture films. The modern age has seen an explosion of creativity, with some artists creating entire short films using just an iPhone, making it an accessible and powerful tool for indie and aspiring filmmakers. On the other hand, seasoned professionals employ a wide range of formats to bring their grand-scale cinematic masterpieces to life.

The upcoming epic by directing legend Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey, promises to be nothing short of spectacular because it will be the first film shot using 70mm IMAX film cameras. This innovative decision underscores Nolan’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of cinematic artistry and immersing audiences in an unforgettable experience.

Let’s be sure to clarify the difference between films, particularly when referring to movies like the last two Avengers installments that were captured using IMAX digital cameras, not traditional film cameras. On the other hand, Ryan Coolger’s Sinners was filmed with both 65mm IMAX and Ultra Panavision 70 film cameras.

Indeed, it’s accurate that “The Odyssey” was the initial production filmed entirely using 70mm IMAX film cameras, a fact unveiled by IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond at the Cannes Film Festival.

Chris phoned me and proposed, “If you manage to crack the problems, I’ll ensure ‘Odyssey’ gets a perfect 100% rating in Imax.” As Gelfond stated, this challenge prompted us to reevaluate our business aspects, particularly our film recorders, cameras, and cinematography.

The stellar lineup for this movie is equally grand as its presentation. It boasts actors such as Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, Mia Goth, Himesh Patel, Elliot Page, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton. We eagerly anticipate whether our casting guesses will prove accurate.

We cannot wait to see what The Odyssey looks like when it hits theaters on July 17, 2026.

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2025-05-15 19:32