“Sinners, One Battle After Another Returns to IMAX 70mm Screens”
The Oscars are approaching, and several of this year’s top contenders will be making a return to theaters. Among these are two notable films: “Sinners” and “One Battle After Another.” Both will grace select IMAX 70mm screens during this critical awards season.
Sinners Returns to IMAX 70mm Screens
“Sinners,” directed by Ryan Coogler, has achieved remarkable recognition with 16 Oscar nominations, making it the most-nominated film in Oscar history. It surpasses previous record-holders like “All About Eve,” “Titanic,” and “La La Land,” each of which received 14 nominations.
Coogler, celebrated for his innovative filmmaking techniques, shot “Sinners” using IMAX film cameras. He took great care in educating audiences about the film’s unique aspect ratios and the immersive experience of IMAX screens.
Oscar Nominations for Sinners
- Director: Ryan Coogler
- Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan for his role as twins Smoke and Stack
One Battle After Another Also Making a Comeback
“One Battle After Another,” directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, will also return to select IMAX 70mm venues soon. This film garnered 13 Oscar nominations, with standout performances from:
- Leonardo DiCaprio
- Teyana Taylor
- Benicio del Toro
- Sean Penn
Both films are backed by Warner Bros., showcasing the studio’s strong presence in this year’s awards race.
Other Notable Films in IMAX
In addition to “Sinners” and “One Battle After Another,” there are other noteworthy films returning to IMAX screens:
- “Marty Supreme” from A24 will have a nationwide IMAX release starting January 30.
- “Frankenstein,” a Netflix contender, briefly returned to theaters prior to the Oscar nominations, including a stop at the TLC Chinese IMAX in Los Angeles.
- While unconfirmed, plans are in exploration for the film “F1” to return to IMAX 70mm screens.
This year is significant for IMAX, as both blockbuster hits and independent films have benefitted from the immersive viewing experience. Recent statistics show that at least 20% of the domestic box office grosses for “Sinners,” “One Battle After Another,” and “F1” came from IMAX ticket sales.
As the Oscar night approaches, these films’ returns to IMAX 70mm screens provide an exciting opportunity for audiences to experience cinematic artistry in its finest form.
