THE ODYSSEY BUILT FOR IMAX 70MM—BUT FEW CAN SHOW IT

IMAX technology has split into multiple formats over recent years, creating a viewing experience gap for audiences. IMAX 70mm represents the premium option—offering larger frame sizes and superior image quality—but requires specialized projection equipment that remains rare globally. Most commercial IMAX theaters now use digital projection systems, which deliver different specifications than 70mm film. This means viewers at standard IMAX locations won't experience 'The Odyssey' as intended. The disparity reflects ongoing industry fragmentation. While digital IMAX expanded theater availability and accessibility, it reduced the consistency of the premium format experience. 'The Odyssey' joining the catalog of IMAX 70mm films underscores the challenge filmmakers face: creating content for a format that only a fraction of IMAX theaters can properly display. For most viewers, accessing the full IMAX 70mm experience requires traveling to one of the limited locations equipped for it—a significant barrier for widespread audience reach.