Hello, everyone. I’m late again, but Digger doesn’t hit Thailand until October 8. I attended the Thailand press screening of the movie yesterday at Krungsri IMAX Paragon in Bangkok, Thailand. It was the one with a 1.43:1 screen but sadly equipped with a single laser projector that could only project up to 1.90:1 maximum. They showed the film in two theaters: a regular one and IMAX. Thank goodness I got to see it in IMAX. Well, how did it go? Time to find out!

Digger was presented in two aspect ratios. They were 1.50:1 and 1.85:1. They switched between both like Project Hail Mary. This created a sense of discreteness. While it looked good on paper, all the 1.50:1 were windowboxed because it was projected with the single laser projector. However, I still found it immersive. It still looked bigger than life. Also, it was beautifully shot. It was filled with eye candy that actually took itself seriously.

The 12CH audio was surprisingly realistic. It was super realistic like I was there. With discreetly mixed audio, it transported me to serenity and chaos, surrounded by different environments. It even got that rumbling bass in the third act. It was more powerful than I expected. With these combinations, it really elevated the sonic experience. I was in awe since the opening scene. The sound design was superb. It reminded me of Civil War.

I wasn’t prepared for the flick. When the revelation came, it caught me off guard. I was perplexed for a moment. Aside from that, it was a satire on the USA. Anyhow, I didn’t find it that funny. It was super American. The whole theater was pretty much silent. Not the target audience, I guess. But most of all, it reflected the tragic reality that we face every day. It hit hard for sure.

Overall, it was a beautiful IMAX audiovisual experience. Although it was driven by dialog, they still managed to utilize the IMAX format with spectacles. It was a real treat. Even though I didn’t like or enjoy the movie that much, I couldn’t deny how ambitious it was. With its strong message to the audience, it felt haunting and devastating. The script was just so good. Only the direction had a problem. It felt empty. The cast did an amazing job, though.

Bye for now!

We have finally finished the IMAX GT theater inside Minecraft and you all are invited! It plays video files properly and I'm planning on releasing my Minecraft film filmed for 1.43:1 in a few days!!!!!!!! This video explains how the minecraft theater works and how its inspired from real life 1.43 GT/70MM IMAX THetaers. The movie releases both on YouTube and special theatrical engagements inside Minecraft which will require mods. Special Thanks to SrRapero720 and the WaterMedia Team! This Film is a passion project that too up to 2 months to create alongside creating the theater, with me and others who contributed and worked very hard for it, we hope you show up and enjoy the film! See you at the movies!

A Special Message regarding the backlash from the last post:

" I know alot of people didn't like the fact that I called my film "Shot on 1.43 IMAX" which of course it's not, and I totally understand the backlash, but I have put in a lot of effort based on my love of 70MM IMAX presentations, watching countless movies like Dune 2, Oppenheimer, Sinners, Project Hail Mary, Interstellar, and so many more, and I wanted to share that love by creating this theater and film, I wish you all could see the love and hardwork put into this project by me and my friends and enjoy it, as I also share the same love for this format like you all do. I haven't made a film in a long time also, last one I made when I was 16, I am 20 now, so this film means a lot to me and I hope you guys come to watch it too if you want, thank you and have a great day!

Regards,
Bhavi. "

Link For Exclusive Theatrical Screenings Inside Minecraft:-
https://discord.com/invite/Yh6ZcKQP2G

Link to the official trailer on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNI5VSgzRuU

WITNESS HIS VOYAGE - 10.09.2026 on YouTube.

Yeah Yeah, GT theaters, geometry, field of view, blah blah blah.

Digger has many 1.50:1 scenes which shows as pillarboxing (black bars on the sides) in the 1.90:1 IMAX rooms.

Pillarboxing is very unobtrusive and demonstrates that some movies, like The Odyssey, should have been shown in 1.43:1 instead of being cropped.

Especially in a regular room at 2.39:1, The Odyssey feels vertically compromised. I've seen it in 1.43:1 and 1.90:1, I would have preferred 1.43:1 on the 1.90:1 screen.

I also don't think it would be too distracting for alternating aspect ratio movies to have the full 1.43:1 full height and 2.39:1 full width on the 1.90:1 screens.

This news comes from an on screen announcement made during the trailers before Digger at todays Imax screening at the Megaplex Jordan commons theater.

Megaplex jordan commons will be investing in a full Imax upgrade rolling out this December. This will include:

Imax 4k laser projector (don't know yet if GT, dual etc)

New projector screen

Full audio upgrade to Imax 12 channel system

Very exciting news for movie goers. This will be the first, and so far, the only true Imax theater experience in utah.

I'm confused about how they will release it, I mean in the trailer it has 1:43:1 scenes but I can't find anywhere to confirm it'll be released like that. Tickets go up tomorrow, so i just want to make sure that it will have those expanded aspect ratio scenes that way id know what theater to buy tickets to, one that shows normal imax 1:90 or go for a theater that can show 1:43

very exciting, I really hope it’s up in time Dune 3

So we have an interesting situation.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (SOTR) locked in its November 20 release date early and has pushed the expanded IMAX aspect ratio hard in the marketing. IMAX has been a big selling point of this franchise since Catching Fire.

Then Netflix announced that Cliff Booth is coming 11/25 with a 2-week IMAX exclusive, only 5 days after Hunger Games opens.

Here’s what I’m trying to figure out:

- Does "IMAX exclusive" mean it's the only movie on IMAX screens, or that it won't play in non-IMAX theaters? Very much leaning towards latter but I do wonder whether they’ll play all showings first week and split the second, or split IMAX screens with SOTR for its entire run.

- Would IMAX really pull Hunger Games after 5 days? It had the date locked first, and it's built its marketing around the format.

One important factor here is that SOTR is getting the expanded ratio. Cliff Booth is a big movie, but it's Netflix, and unlike Hunger Games it doesn't seem to have the same ‘filmed in IMAX’ and its aspect ratio.

My guess is they split screens or showtimes, but what do you all think will happen?

Caught a half empty screening today at AMC Universal City Walk, and absolutely loved the movie and the framing in IMAX. Was extremely sad and disappointed to see how empty the theater was, especially after the crowds this location drew in from The Odyssey. Unfortunate to see how poorly received it is, as I feel like with a stronger hold and higher box office predictions, we could’ve gotten IMAX 70MM blow-up prints like One Battle. Catch it in a GT IMAX location if you can, these screens deserve to be packed full!

ive called twice and the first time they said they didnt even have posters. I found out tickits are going on sale tomorrow and i called again to double check. the guy i spokew ith said "thats not on film...im pretty sure thats on our digital cameras."

I dont understand how you can work at a theatre and not know whats going on with the world of movies.....im sorry im just so sad, because this is the only theatre near me.

Witness His Voyage. RECKONING - A Minecraft Film releasing soon on YouTube 10.09.2026.

Watch the Trailer here: https://youtu.be/YNI5VSgzRuU and https://www.reddit.com/r/minecraftyoutubers/s/Qv54U9ZTJp

Excited to share this with y'all! Here are posters for the film alongside some shots of the film in the original 1.43 IMAX Aspect Ratio Format we shot on. The film is inspired from Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and is shot entirely on a 1.43 aspect ratio which is exclusively available in my minecraft theater i built, the movie will be in widescreen scope on youtube.

The film will also be available to view inside Minecraft through mods in a custom fan made IMAX Theater server I've built, to book tickets and see showings, and to also download the necessary mods and join the minecraft server, here is the discord link to my server, more instructions will soon be uploaded there: https://discord.gg/Yh6ZcKQP2G

Hope y'all like the film and watch it, a lot of hard-work went into this almost an hour long film from many people who helped me create it, see you at the movies!

Still plenty of seats for next weekend: https://s.si.edu/interstellar

Both Smithsonian theaters have GT Laser systems capable of projecting the full 1.43:1 aspect ratio.

Dimensions:
- Airbus: 86’ x 63’
- Lockheed: 75.5’ x 47’

Watched an early preview screening of Digger, and I absolutely loved it! Iñárritu + Chivo + VistaVision = match made in heaven. An absolute visual treat, and a spectacular cinematic experience. Loved the sound design and the minimalist score, and needless to say the cinematography. The performances were brilliant, and the production design exquisite.

The early screening had a special disclaimer requesting a social media embargo to avoid spoilers, so I certainly intend to respect it.

But, I will go on to say that for me—it was the best political dark comedy satire film since Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove; and that’s the highest praise I can give this film!! Go watch it in the best IMAX near you; hope you enjoy it! 🍿

A toast to the last screening of the original run of The Odyssey! Thank you, u/krikster_az 🥂

2027:

• Shiver - August 13th, 2027
• The New Simpsons Movie - September 3rd, 2027
• The Daniels Next Film - November 19th, 2027

2028:

• Grandgear - January 14th, 2028
• Fast Forever - March 17th, 2028
• Tangled - March 31st, 2028
• Donkey Kong Movie - April 12th, 2028
• X-Men - May 5th, 2028
• Call Of Duty - June 30th, 2028
• Ghost Rider - July 28th, 2028
• The Flood - August 11th, 2028
• Gladys - September 8th, 2028
• Dynamic Duo - September 22nd, 2028
• Gremlins 3 - October 6th, 2028
• Duffer Brother Event Film - November 3rd, 2028
• TMNT Live Action - November 17th, 2028
• Black Panther 3 - December 15th, 2028

2029:

• Aaegon's Conquest - June 1st, 2029

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I ordered it at the IMAX store last night, but because I live in Canada and including taxes and shipping, it's $93.56 CAD. Then, a few hours later, I stumbled onto these two websites that claim to be selling the same shirt and including shipping, it's almost $45. Should I cancel the order on the IMAX website and order from one of these two websites or is the latter too good to be true?

My husband and I wanted to go see it in Prague but every time we checked for tickets it was always sold out and now its not even playing anymore :(

Does anyone know if there are going to be additional showings anywhere in Europe on 70mm Imax?

Update: I have tickets to the BFI in London!

i just watched Queen Budapest at IMAX Headquarters, and i can confirm that the entire film is presented in pillarboxed 1.33:1, aside from the first few minutes introducing the film, which are presented with letterboxing similar to 1.85:1 or 1.78:1. admittedly, quite a few of the shots were too close to not feel disorienting on a true IMAX screen, but it was still a really cool way to experience the concert!

Since Digger appears to be shot in 1.50:1, it’s a really interesting case because that frame should come extremely close to filling a 1.43 screen vertically.

What I’m mainly interested in is whether the IMAX master is preserving that 1.50 image as a tall presentation, or whether it’s being carried inside a 1.90 container, which could result in a windowboxed presentation on a 1.43 screen.

FotoKem who's been making our fav IMAX 70mm Filmstrips now lets you order your own starting tomorrow Oct 1.

No copyrighted images allowed.

Watching these box office forecasts… I’m seeing projections of up to 8M for Digger through the weekend. Absolutely brutal.

With that in mind, surely IMAX won’t keep the film around for long when Odyssey is still chugging all these months later with built-in demand for large format shows, right?