The Odyssey turned me into an IMAX believer
A film critic discusses how viewing Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' in IMAX format significantly improves the experience compared to standard 35mm. The author argues that the larger visual field is essential for appreciating the film's scale and monster-focused set pieces.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing debate regarding the value of premium large-format cinema experiences in the age of digital streaming.
After seeing Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey for the first time early last week, I came away impressed, but somewhat conflicted about two of the film’s more fantastical set pieces. While those scenes were beautifully crafted and tremendously acted, there was something a little bit off about the way they hit my eye. I spent days wondering what, exactly, wasn’t quite working for me during that first theatrical viewing, and I thought that might have just been splitting hairs. But it wasn’t until I saw the movie again over the weekend — this time in IMAX — that the issue became crystal clear.
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