What Christopher Nolan He is a detailed and meticulous director, this is nothing new. But everything indicates that he takes these qualities to the extreme in Oppenheimer, the premiere of which is not far off. And as we get closer to the release date of the new movie, we’ve come across some really curious facts. For example, how much measures and weighs a film print in 70 mm IMAX format.
At first glance, the interest in knowing these types of parameters may seem ridiculous, but it certainly represents the way Nolan promotes film making. Some will think it’s great, others will say it’s pretentious. What’s clear is that when it comes to a British director, it seems like it’s no longer enough to know how long his films are and if they have post-credits scenes.
WITH Oppenheimerthe director decided to install animal marks in other parts: weight and distance. Data that is directly related to how the filming of the feature film took place with the participation of Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Florence Pugh and Robert Downey Jr.
kilograms and kilometers Oppenheimer
Christopher Nolan filmed Oppenheimer on widescreen film using 65mm IMAX and Panavision cameras, so that it can then be projected into 70 millimeters. In fact, the director believes that for the best big-screen experience, the best option would be to view it in 70mm IMAX.
However, this is not possible in any cinema. Actually, Pennsylvania mentions that over 100 copies of said variant will be made Oppenheimer which will be available worldwide, with about 25 of them reserved for theaters in the United States.
And here we come to the heart of the matter. Availability restriction Oppenheimer at 70mm, IMAX is tied not only to the rooms, available screens and projectors, but also to logistics. Each copy of the film in this format is over 11 miles long and weighs 600 pounds. That is, almost 18 kilometers and just over 270 kilograms. Real bestiality, without a doubt.
As Christopher Nolan explained, the experience of filming and observing Oppenheimer at IMAX 70mm is unmatched. “The sharpness, clarity and depth of the image is unparalleled. The main thing for me is that when shooting on IMAX 70mm film, the screen really disappears. You get the feeling of 3D without glasses.” You have a huge screen and fill the audience’s peripheral vision. You immerse them in the world of the film,” he explained.
A performance that promises an unforgettable experience
Film weight and length they are nothing more than curiosity V Oppenheimer. But they also reveal the level of commitment that Christopher Nolan has taken to offer an experience with an unforgettable experience. Let’s not forget that the director went so far as to recreate a nuclear explosion without using any digital effects.
At the moment, high hopes are placed on the new film, which will be released next. 21 July. In addition to the director’s favorite cut, in 70mm IMAX, Oppenheimer will be offered in theaters around the world in other formats. Some of the options will be IMAX Digital, Dolby Cinema and traditional 35mm.
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