See Why DUNE: PART TWO on 70MM IMAX Film is so rare

[@joshuamethven]

He's done it again! Another IMAX behind the scenes masterpiece. Nice job Kirk!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Cheers mate! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@emilyjacobson14]

Driving with a friend 3 hours to Indy to see this 3 hour movie and then 3 hours home, WORTH IT.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Hell yeah! Now that’s dedication?

[@zachsbanks]

I drove to Indy as well! Four hours there and back was totally worth it.

[@GrottescoTeatro]

Same drove about 3 hours to see it. Saw it twice.

[@meesalikeu]

now just imagine if we had rail service return back to the midlands of america ...

[@emilyjacobson14]

@@meesalikeu we have a nice Amtrack service in Illinois but sadly nothing from where I live to Indy…

[@MrDredd1966]

I'm glad Denis filmed dune part 2 specifically for IMAX!!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Me too! It's a joy to experience!

[@davidanderson1639]

You just need to ensure that the IMAX screen you view it on is the correct format. Dune is an absolute must see in IMAX!! I’ve been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to do some work with IMAX & the 1.90:1 format is not the true / classic IMAX format. The aspect ratio of true IMAX is 1.43:1, nearly square in format, which is unique and differs from standard cinema formats. This shape and size enable directors to use the space creatively and in a way that cannot be replicated in a regular theatre or home viewing context. It also allows films shot in the IMAX format to be displayed with significantly higher resolution than standard projection systems. True IMAX theatres have a distinctive screen that extends to the edges of your peripheral vision, creating an immersive experience unlike any other. The seating arrangement is steep to ensure that all viewers have an unobstructed view of the screen. These screens can reach a size of up to 72 feet high and 98 feet wide, which is almost like watching a film on the side of a seven-story building. The classic or ‘True IMAX’ also uses a 70mm film format, the largest in practical use. With IMAX format, each frame is 15 perforations wide, and the area of the frame is about 52mm high by 70mm wide - almost 9 times larger than the conventional 35mm frame used in traditional movie theaters. This full frame IMAX format produces images up to 18k resolution, far superior to the images seen in most digital cinemas. On the other hand, Digital IMAX, or what some have taken to calling ‘Fake IMAX,’ was introduced as a more cost-effective alternative to the traditional 70mm projection system. These theatres use two 2K resolution digital projectors with proprietary IMAX post-production techniques to enhance the image quality. The screens are smaller, typically 28 feet high and 58 feet wide, which is much smaller than a True IMAX screen but still larger than a standard theatre screen. The aspect ratio of Digital IMAX is 1.90:1, which, while it offers more height than standard theatres, does not quite match up to the traditional IMAX ratio. Digital IMAX systems also utilize a different sound system and can offer a great auditory experience but fall short of True IMAX’s patented sound technology which delivers laser-aligned digital sound. Digital IMAX theatres were introduced primarily due to the lower installation and operation costs compared to True IMAX. They can fit into traditional multiplex theatres without major structural modifications, making them an attractive option for many theatre owners. While they don’t deliver the same level of immersion as True IMAX, they still provide a superior viewing experience compared to regular screens, making it a ‘better than standard’ option for many viewers. Here in the UK we have only three ‘True IMAX’ screens with the correct 1.43:1 format; those being The National Media Museum in Bradford (interestingly the first IMAX location in the UK when it opened in the 1980s), The Printworks in Manchester & finally The Science Museum in London. Even the British Film Institute doesn’t run the true IMAX format screen!!

[@zoneVgroup]

Can someone explain to me. Dune 2 was shot using Arri LF. Not IMAX camera. Why is this not a lie max? Yes you see more top and bottom, but not cause it was shot on IMAX but cause of open gate in arri. In theory they could have shown in regular theatre. I also understand that this was digital transfer to film stock to get the film look and halation. I still don’t understand why people need to see this in true IMAX? This isn’t Oppenheimer where the actual footage was shot on IMAX camera. Can someone explain to me?

[@DesignedbyKirk]

@@zoneVgroup Great question, and this is worth a whole video in itself. So this is how I see it: Original 'True' IMAX = Shot on 15/70MM FILM IMAX, this is the highest quality image ever divised, and also the largest FOV per focal length as the IMAX film frame is larger than any digital sensor out there Digital 'IMAX' = A newer terminology, deriving from digital cameras that the IMAX corporation deem to be 'IMAX worthy'. These are classified as any "Large Format" camera sensors, that ultimately film in a 1.43:1 aspect or 'Opengate' Ratio. They get quite close to the relative field of view a 15 perf 70MM IMAX filmstock would get, but not to the relative quality. You ultimately get more field of view hitting the sensor versus regular 16 by 9 full frame sensor, and even more so than a Super 35 or APS-C sensor Lie-Max = Now this is where it gets hotly debated, however, I see as like so... "Lie-max" is marketing terminology used to generalise an expanded aspect ratio viewing experience. I.e; a film shot digitally frame at 2.35:1 in most theatres, but having a "16 by 9" aspect ratio in select theatres. This is by far, furthest from the IMAX experience, and yes... you do see more, but it does tarnish the IMAX true name in my opinion. However, alluded to in this video, IMAX film and if the company solely relied on it, would not be a successful business today. Hence exploring the opportunities elsewhere. In short, TRUE, original IMAX is shot on 15/70 and projected that way. Digital 'IMAX' is shot on digital large format sensors, that do provide a closer to FOV as IMAX 15perf, a similar format look too, but lacks the resolution and film quality. Lie-max... really just limited to an 'expanded aspect ratio' Worth seeing Dune in IMAX, for the 1.43:1 sequences, it still makes a visual difference despite not being shot on film.

[@manlad23]

@roup I think this movie is best in 1.43:1 because as you said there will be more top and bottom but I don't think IMAX70 or IMAX Dual Laser projection is that important. Since it's a digital-to-analog conversion, I think the max resolution is still topped at 4k, unlike Nolans's films which theoretically can be up to 18K.

[@sample.text.]

Cinema is finally healing.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Long live cinema

[@OASH2023]

Indeed the insane madness that was the health ‘ pandemic’ tried to break us up and divide us. Stop us being close to each other, shut down movie theatres etc. then we all sheepishly stayed home and supported the one streaming world . Just watch out the idiots don’t try and do it all again. Not going to accept the BS next time it happens. Being together in a movie theatre will others is bloody powerful stuff, when we get that taken away from us-right! 🤘

[@sauzefilms]

i just couldnt get behind watching movies on streaming sites and in my home, especially for movies like Dune 2. it's just not as fulfilling as watching them on the big screen like the IMAX; the sound, the atmosphere, the rumbling, the experience, the planning stage of not drinking too much water an hour before the movie so you won't get interrupted when nature calls lol.

[@r.c.c.10]

Why? Healing of what and with what? This year is way poorer than last and Dune 2 is not excellent?

[@LOYALTYLIMITED]

I dont agree. The human factor has become too unpredictable. You can wind yourself up for aa movie you've been witting 25, or veen 75 years to come out and end up sitting next to a guy with severe turrets, like I just did yesterdday. A guy who's phone went off during the final scene of the movie. Lockdown taught us to fear each other. Re-upping lockdown for a second year took away all our manners and sanity. Paying more to see a better finished product wont insulate you from a dumb, diseased, abhorrent audience. The future of cinema means relocating that experience into the home, which we;re already starting to see with Apple's Vision Pro and similar prodcuts, which are actually Telescreens: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telescreen

[@xDylzan]

Saw Dune 2 in 70mm at this very IMAX theatre yesterday, lucky to live in Melbourne! It was an incredible experience, the screen takes up your whole field of view and the bass shakes the seats, you could almost feel 'The Voice' going through you, amazing.

[@Harrock]

But it was filmed digitally .., so the 70mm is just a copy wich doesn’t make sense in my opinion .. I saw the 2019 40Y anniversary of Apocalypse Now wich was shot on Film in 35mm and 70mm and they used the original negative to creat a native True 4K scan wich they showed in theaters and it was mind blowing ! The details where phenomenal ! I saw last weekend At the same screen Dune 2 and it was meh … it looked good but no comparison to the Apocalypse Now film from 2019 ! I also have at home a true 4K disc from Alien and it to looks so much better than Dune 2 that I think why are they doing this ? Seeing that they shot digital and than it just gets transferred on a film seems like a scam to me

[@JCproTT]

exactly, it's better to keep it digital, that way it doesn't lose quality, if it's filmed digitally there's no point in all the manual work, it was just putting it on the hard drive and that's it, but I think the point is to avoid piracy, since no one In addition to cinemas, there are players, if you use a hard drive, someone can copy it and in 1 day it will be out in high resolution on piracy sites.@@Harrock

[@Asterra2]

@@JCproTTI believe my man was pointing out that because the 2019 _Apocalypse Now_ was sourced at least in part from 70mm film, it managed to provide the kind of "wow" factor that IMAX has been traditionally associated with, whereas _Dune Part Two_ did not. It _was_ filmed "digitally", but unfortunately, the cameras they used cap out at roughly 35mm of effective detail. If one had the opportunity to compare _Dune Part Two_ directly against _Apocalypse Now_ or any other true 70mm presentation, the former would come up very lacking, because it possesses only about 1/10th of the resolution. Eventually, there will be digital cameras capable of nonchalantly filming 18K by 12K and this whole discussion will be moot. But in the meantime, unfortunately they chose to film with cameras that can't do better than 35mm, and that opens them up to this kind of criticism. I personally wonder whether they tried AI upscaling the footage so at least some of the potential of the 70mm prints could have been filled out. But I'm leaning towards: no. Because that would have taken a lot of time and would have required some close scrutiny, just for a dozen prints. Anyway, the guy was questioning the legitimacy of porting a ~35mm production over to 70mm and pretending like it's actually 70mm. That's completely fair. In IMAX's defense, the end result is still better than the comparatively miserable resolution of 4K projectors.

[@parabelli]

Which seats would you recommend?

[@xDylzan]

@@parabelli as close as you can to the middle I think, but if the middle isn't available try further back rather than closer. The screen is so big that the closer seats make you crane your neck to be able to see it lol

[@weplayatnight3913]

Super lucky to see it in 70mm Imax here in Arizona. Super surprised we even have this screen here but im very grateful for that. Saw Oppenheimer in 70mm IMAX and cant wait for Dune Part 2

[@cliffordduhh45]

Definitely seeing here when I’m in town!

[@ethansharim]

One of Twelve - just like the heptapods in Arrival LOL

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Wow what a connection! Perhaps Denis did have an influence here

[@nnnickkk]

JUST TWELVE??? WOW. I saw it at the Metreon last Sunday. I have never seen anything as immersive as I did with Dune Part Two in 15/70. This sets the bar in film making and I hope that more talented directors are given the freedom by the studios to make more epic films like Dune.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

I know, it's wild and a bit sad, but I hope we see more in the future for upcoming releases. Better than none like Dune 1 that's for sure!

[@phoebeel]

There is at least another one in Berlin, Germany which also shows in 70mm that isn't on the list

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Is that IMAX 15 perf 70MM though?

[@KonohasYeIlowFlash]

If you’re talking about the fan preview screening, I don’t believe that was 1570 at any AMC. They’ve been showing Tenet in 70mm IMAX, so it’s not like you can swap in another movie. It was still full-frame 1.43:1, and I agree that it was immersive experience. I’m going back to see it on 70mm film to see the difference.

[@DylanValenti]

@@KonohasYeIlowFlashyes no one has seen the film in 15/70 publicly yet. All the fan first showings were in laser

[@DealerXK]

I am so lucky to like close to one of the few IMAX locations with a film projector. It's such a treat to be able to see these special movies in such a format

[@Somniumancer]

It was so amazing to be at the early fan screening seeing Dune: Part Two front and center, just absolutely life changing of an experience. It was well worth the largest screen possible

[@DesignedbyKirk]

So cool, glad you enjoyed it!

[@B3CK_27]

I fly from where ever I am in Australia to watch 1570 mm films at Melbourne IMAX. I love the format and how they’ve kept film alive in a world that has become so digital. 4K laser 3D is also the best at IMAX too

[@DesignedbyKirk]

That’s dedication! Nice! Hope you enjoy it when you visit here

[@videoplusdvd]

The Kramer IMAX Theatre in Regina Canada still uses 15/70mm film. It had a very successful run of “Oppenheimer” last year, but ran “Dune”, Pt. 2 in laser digital.

[@Foxtrot5]

Laser was better in my opinion

[@xXLordoftheRingsXx22]

Saw Dune at AMC Metreon in San Francisco. The theatre was packed….at 6am. Just goes to show there is an audience out there who is hungry for this type of cinema. Let’s hope this opens a path forward for fellow filmmakers to try the same!

[@dayjeremy]

More original content and less woke garbage would bring back ticket sales.

[@pandorin2348]

🤣 i just bought my ticket to watch metreon, 3 weeks from now because all imax show times are sold out until then. I got my seat right in the middle with my buddies

[@send_it_subie]

I might have to head down and see it again, I just saw it here in santa cruz, absolutely amazing, would love to see the difference

[@AlexeBriand2002]

@@dayjeremycope

[@Invisibletoday]

@@dayjeremyjust say you discriminate people and are sad you can’t anymore

[@samfilmkid]

I live in Boston and had to go all the way out to Providence, Rhode Island to see “Oppenheimer” in IMAX70mm. It was totally worth it. I will do it again for Dune.

[@vexmyth0clast]

The Providence Place mall IMAX in providence is my local theater. I’ll be going this weekend can’t wait to see dune.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Nice! I hope you love it as much as I do, seeing Dune tonight on my end, will be keen to compare it to my Oppenheimer experience

[@brianbodedelacruz8741]

The IMAX in reading, MA is also incredible. I would check out the specs, it’s much closer to you and it also has the but kickers!

[@IanAveryLeaf]

⁠@@brianbodedelacruz8741that theater is not 70mm. Providence was the closest option for New England to see Oppenheimer in a true 70mm projection

[@jonsferratore2540]

I don't think Providence had the 70mm IMAX

[@chrismccrth0]

I saw this at IMAX Melbourne. It was exceptional. I preferred Laser. The sound had more channels and had more contrast. The quality wasnt as good as Nolan IMAX films as the digital intermedate is a 4k digital file. Then transferred onto 1570. This tends to be forgotten by many folk leaving comments. But the audio and overall presentation was stellar. Nothing beats shot in 15/70 then projected in 15/70

[@DesignedbyKirk]

100%, shared my thoughts as well recently. We're quite aligned here

[@Foxtrot5]

​@@DesignedbyKirk also agreed here. What did you think of the shots Denis opted to shoot in 1.43? I was personally disappointed and thought he made poor choices when changing aspect ratio. The big action set pieces or the best looking shots weren't in 1.43, instead a bowl of porridge or a very quick few frames zoomed in of Paul's face were in 1.43. The amount of switches was jarring. It's better to reserve the 1.43 for the big set pieces like No Time to Die/Batman v Superman/Force Awakens in my opinion.

[@kathryndrew5618]

I imagine the Nolan films do also go onto digital for various effects and such before being printed to film for viewing?

[@antoniobronx4955]

I’m a 45 minute subway ride to the AMC Lincoln Square in New York- so happy and surprised to see that it’s one of only 12 theaters in the world in true IMAX 15/70. I’ve already reserved seats for 2 showings of Dune: Part Two. Just went to see the reissue of Dune Part Two and Tenet- and both films still wowed me even though I’ve seen them multiple times. Thanks for the video!

[@mtgiraffe]

I really hope more true IMAX screens will get built around the world. In Los Angeles, there’s a theater that still has its IMAX-sized screen but ended their licensing with IMAX, which is mind-blowing to me. Instead they show their own large screen format. I asked the manager if they could make it an IMAX screen again, and she said there aren’t enough 1.43 films to make it profitable and they currently don’t have a film projector. Seems like they’re leaving a lot of money on the table, especially with Oppie and D2.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Me too mate. Well said. My goal with these videos is to drive more awareness to the format. A small contribution to the big scope that is the cinema world, but hoping it makes a difference to encourage more to open up around the world

[@mattbond1285]

Which theater are you referring to?

[@danielkissgremsperger3242]

Sadly it is highly unlikely. With more and more streaming service market size, it is pointless to have many cinemas, not even talking about imax, which is not good for the average cinema movies, only the premium ones that are not as common.

[@researchBuilding7]

I am going to marry a multi-millionaire and build another one in Europe. Wish me luck. 🤞🏻🙏🏻

[@danielkissgremsperger3242]

@@researchBuilding7 good luck! May build one in hungary? Lol

[@Tomtycoon]

I still love my local 4 screen theatre. Still uses gen 1 Dolby digital from the 90s

[@naderzein2435]

I saw Oppenheimer at West Edmonton Mall in IMAX 70mm was an amazing experience! Was disappointed (and jealous) we didn't get a Dune screening in 70mm film again but the IMAX digital was still a great experience.

[@Foxtrot5]

It's the better experience

[@pulDag]

Participating Dune: Part Two IMAX 70mm Film Theatres: UNITED STATES Harkins Arizona Mills 25 & IMAX - Tempe, AZ (opens in new window) AMC Metreon 16 & IMAX - San Francisco, CA (opens in new window) Regal Edwards Irvine Spectrum & IMAX - Irvine, CA(opens in new window) TCL Chinese Theatres IMAX - Hollywood, CA(opens in new window) Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood & IMAX - Universal City, CA(opens in new window) IMAX, Indiana State Museum - Indianapolis, IN(opens in new window) AMC Lincoln Square 13 & IMAX - New York, NY(opens in new window) Regal UA King of Prussia & IMAX - King of Prussia, PA (opens in new window) Regal Opry Mills & IMAX - Nashville, TN(opens in new window) CANADA Cineplex Cinemas Vaughan & IMAX - Ontario, Canada(opens in new window) UNITED KINGDOM BFI IMAX, British Film Institute - London, UK(opens in new window) AUSTRALIA IMAX, Melbourne Museum - Melbourne, Australia

[@faessle4067]

I saw that movie like 1 week ago in Leonberg, Germany and I must say it was really crazy. If you are ever there check that cinema out, especially because the seats are really really good.

[@captmcneil]

Agreed. Saw it on tuesday in Leonberg, too. Before IMAX I very rarely watched movies, haven't been to a cinema in years. But this is exciting.

[@vexmyth0clast]

Incredible work for such a small channel.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Very kind, in the end, trying to get more awareness to this incredible format

[@Cyruss_6717]

Crazy never thought that Film were still a thing in theaters. Saw Dune Part 2 today, in an IMAX probably not true IMAX but the bass and all was crazy never felt so much and so strong bass. At one scene, not mentioning wichone, the bass was so strong it felt like the atmospheric pressure increased and I felt my eardrums move with it, never have I ever felt something likes this. It wasn't just vibration but realy like the feeling you get when you go up a mountain or into a tunnel. IMAX is just crazy.

[@LFrock12]

Went to Melbourne on a vacation was lucky enough to see IMAX 1570 dune on the last screening. Will never forget the experience.

[@sjeunson1]

Just saw it in 4K digital IMAX version near Boston Massachusetts. Spectacular!!! I have no problems with this format. And the Audio was amazing.

[@salvamando1]

I am lucky to live in San Francisco and was able to watch it in 70mm IMAX and it is definitely worth the hype. Denis took advantage of every inch of that massive format to showcase EPIC scenes. I already bought tickets to watch it again! 😅 👍

[@LFPAnimations]

I just saw it at the SF Metreon in 70mm and it was insane! I did not realize there were only 12 theaters showing it in that format!

[@wanderingherald]

In Melbourne for a vacation. Watched Dune Part 2 in 1570 Imax, and by extension, my first and probably only 1570 Imax experience. Will not be forgetting this experience.

[@kathryndrew5618]

omg i am super jealous, i live in New Zealand... not gonna make it over

[@DesignedbyKirk]

im sure they'll do 're-runs' in the future!

[@GoogleMeFC]

Kinda hoping Dune Part 2 stays in cinemas for a while. Getting a BFI Imax ticket is so tough in the UK - i've never been

[@Foxtrot5]

You have to book a month in advance, I managed to get one around when you commented this for an early April screening. Did you have any luck?

[@GoogleMeFC]

@@Foxtrot5 unfortunately I didn't but I was able to finally see it at a Cineworld Imax. I saw Interstellar is re-releasing again later this year so aiming to get a ticket for that hopefully

[@Foxtrot5]

@@GoogleMeFC I saw it at cineworld the first time too. Honestly I preferred that to BFI.

[@Infisly]

My first time at the Melbourne IMAX was for Dune Part 1. It was near the front. It was a trade off of maximum immersion for quite a bit of neck pain haha. Worth it though. That viewing turned IMAX Melbourne into my designated movie cinema. Already booked in to see Part 2 three times on 1570 film, for the limited edition collectible filmstrips!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Nice! You’re very right in my opinion. Middle up the back is where it’s best

[@kevineckelkamp]

We always sit front and center

[@ronch182]

So happy I live close to the only imax theatre w/ the projector in Canada to catch Dune 2 this week. But the screen is not wide, would love watch anything on that Melborne screen if I ever visit one day.

[@OfTwoLands]

Another great and super informative video mate! I have to go and check it out next time i'm in Melbourne :) Dune Part Two would be the ultimate experience!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Thanks heaps Flo! For sure, although I'm keen to give the new Sydney IMAX theatre a spin as well

[@justinbeamon6624]

Didn't get to see it in 15/70, but still saw it in 1.43 GT Laser and it was absolutely incredible.

[@BannedOnMain]

I feel very fortunate to live near a 15/70 theater, even more so after learning there are only 12 screens in the whole world showing it on film. Can’t wait to see it on March 1.

[@EclipseEH]

Im in Canada and i Just so happen to be within 1 hour of the one and only theatre in the whole country that is playing in 70 MM. Cant WAIT!!!!

[@andriandrason1318]

Only 12 (IMAX) theater's, there were 30 theaters in the world are showing 'Oppenheimer' in Imax 70 mm.

[@EclipseEH]

@@andriandrason1318 are you just repeating what we already said?

[@ziggybadans]

I drove from Sydney to Melbourne to see this on IMAX 1570, just like I did for Oppenheimer, it was so incredible!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Now that’s the way to do it!

[@blmlozz1]

just watched this at AMC Altamonte which is a laser theater. Just wow, easily one of the most stunning films both in plot, sound, narrative and acting I've seen in maybe the last decade. D/V's DUNE has earned a place among the stars of best Sci-Fi films of all time.

[@TypeErrorDubs]

I’m very privileged to have just seen it back to back days in both IMAX 70mm and IMAX Laser in San Francisco and Emeryville. I would go see it two more times, it’s that special. Just astounding. We’re truly witness to our my generation’s Star Wars moment.

[@patrickday4206]

We had it in spokane until about 8 years ago they removed it.

[@297fihsy]

Did you have a preference/ notice any differences? I’m keen to see the 70mm version myself but booking a ticket for a 70mm showing at IMAX Melbourne is tough at the moment, tougher than Laser

[@TypeErrorDubs]

@@297fihsylaser was brighter I think, and it seemed to have a bit better sound system. The 70mm theater is much bigger and I believe the screen itself has a taller aspect ratio so it’s truly the “full shot” as it was intended. Overall I don’t think you’re going to notice it all that much, other than how striking the screen size is for 70mm (at least at the San Francisco location).

[@RazorO2Productions]

Saw it in IMAX at Irvine Spectrum in Orange County in Southern California. Dead center in Row D. Absolutely worth it.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Nice! It sure was a delight!

[@Jerimbo]

Seeing it there next week, can't wait!

[@elowyn4life]

I saw the 1570 version on the Thursday Dune 2 came out at the Melbourne IMAX. Absolutely incredible and made my trip to Melbourne much more special.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Wow that's awesome! Glad you enjoyed the whole experience and the trip to melbourne too!

[@upmrvrmi9722]

Nailed it again Kirk!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Cheers! Hope you enjoy the film!

[@emmasappho9006]

For some reason the imax theater near me was one of only 30 theaters playing opppenheimer on 15 70 but now they’re showing dune digitally instead? They were the 30 for Oppenheimer but not in the 12 for dune. I’m still seeing it digitally but it was mildly disappointing when I learned that

[@DesignedbyKirk]

What a shame, digital is still worth the experience though if you can only see it in that format!

[@emmasappho9006]

Totally that’s the plan I’m seeing it in digital imax

[@cb7762]

Just back from Dune Part 2 IMAX and it was mind-blowing experience

[@Optora.]

Videos like this make me proud that here in Germany in Leonberg we have the biggest screen in the world at 39x21m. Been there over 15 times. Imax is just different!!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Would love to see it one day!

[@Optora.]

@@DesignedbyKirk we can switch cinemas, I need the 70mm imax 🫶😂

[@domhamai]

I wouldn’t have thought front row was the best seat. I always go for the back seats. Am I missing out on a secret?

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Stick with the back seats, front row is not for the faint of heart :)

[@domhamai]

@@DesignedbyKirk if I’m going to see Dune 2 and want a fully immersive experience would you recommend taking the jump to front row seats? Will I leave with a sore neck? Haha

[@serkanbarjingozen3013]

I'm going to New York this Saturday just to see this film in 70mm It's going to be epic

[@japhetross-fagundes5359]

I am going 10 a.m. to see it in 15/70 in San Fransisco. Row B, wish me luck.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Long live the front row!

[@chrisg1556]

Im lucky enough to live in Vaughan Ontario. They use a 70mm film projector there instead of the 4k laser. Film looked and sounded amazing. Best IMAX experience I've ever had.

[@WheezeTheJuice.]

Hopefully this and Oppenheimer bring back a resurgence of film projectors. The audience clearly wants it and will sell out every show for weeks.

[@jediswitajewski8271]

So proud to live near one of 12 1570 showing dune pt 2

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Likewise, very grateful

[@kinnexion]

I was lucky enough to watch it in 70MM at BFI in London. Absolutely phenomenal. I make a pilgrimage to London every once in a while to watch films that are displayed in 70MM and it’s always special

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Nice! I've heard a lot of that theatre, keen to watch it there

[@trevor2001]

I used to run a 70mm theater at a theme park, those reels are unbelievably heavy.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

That’s awesome, I’ve heard they are insanely heavily. Even broken down

[@cliffordduhh45]

@@DesignedbyKirkI wonder if one copy will be cut up for sale to the public. I’d love to put a frame or two on my wall.

[@edonh.1766]

I love IMAX Melbourne - thanks for taking people inside!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Me too! You’re welcome!

[@CodyHimselfXI]

I saw this in "IMAX" and was completely dissapointed they did not have the true IMAX experience like this. This is IMAX!!!

[@I-Am-Blue]

I still remember how to load those reels into those machines and sync up the sound disc with them, i've got about 8 years of experience working in the projection room

[@DesignedbyKirk]

That's awesome!

[@MiamiGameHunter]

I saw it at the Autonation Theater in Ft. Lauderdale, the only 70MM theater in Florida. And... my god. I'd seen it twice before in IMAX, but this felt like a whole other experience.

[@SamsMythDesign]

Thank you for doing this!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

You’re very welcome!

[@ryank.6033]

Didn’t realize that it was so rare. I just causally booked an IMAX session in Melbourne randomly because I live close to the area and got good seats.

[@seanmarquis2216]

2:28 lists the 12 theatres and I was thrilled to see where I am seeing it on Sunday in Indy has this print. It is a 2hr drive each way but I think it is going to be worth it.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Enjoy!

[@jacklynch5853]

Yeah I live near the 70mm IMAX in King of Prussia, PA - just like Oppenheimer the Dune 2 IMAX screenings at this theatre have been sold out for weeks. People traveling from other states to watch it here. Amazing film in the very best format.

[@immortallix]

Imagine having the 800gb uncompressed file...

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Would be very crispy!

[@Matt7895]

There's only one in the UK and it is the BFI in London. London is pretty much a no-go area these days. I went to my local IMAX to see the normal IMAX version and still had a great time, but I'm a bit confused as to why this 70mm version is so exclusive.

[@fufu5068]

The projectionist is MVP

[@DesignedbyKirk]

They sure are!

[@Jerimbo]

I'm very fortunate to live near Irvine, didn't have to go too out of my way to see Oppenheimer, can't wait to see Dune next week!

[@ajsuraj]

06:33 I agree with the cameraman. IMAX Countdown trailer sets the mood for an epuc experience. I love the trailer for it's amazing sound. Watched Dune 2 at IMAX (Liemax actually) 😂 but I really loved the film as well as the experience. The theatre opened a week before the show & the theatre was at it's full glory.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Luca definitely makes a good point! It really sets the mood

[@espivlogz6307]

Saw dune at the irvine spectrum and it was insane had to go back and see it again because the first time we had the 2nd best seats and had to get the best the second time around

[@arslanmalik151]

I was able to see Dune in IMAX 70MM yesterday in King of Prussia . And this was my first IMAX 70MM movie . And I was blown away that one was on film. And the sound system was freaking amazing . Before the best sound mix was the David Bowie 2022 Bio pic . Best visual Top Gun

[@forest5306]

Same. So good I had to watch it twice

[@arslanmalik151]

@@forest5306 I'm still hoping Mad MAX is getting getting huge IMax release

[@chainman1]

Love IMAX Melbourne…Dune 2 was just an insane experience

[@DesignedbyKirk]

It sure was!

[@CinemaBear]

Is there a video essay explaining the benefits/processes of converting natively shot digital footage into film? I would LOVE to see it! 🤩

[@DesignedbyKirk]

There is not! It was very hard to find info on, I’ll see what I can find!

[@CinemaBear]

@DesignedbyKirk , looking forward to it. 👍🏾

[@Sam_Perman]

I just got out of my fourth viewing of Dune 2 in 15/70. Takes my breath away every time.

[@Bluboy30]

Unfortunately, our local 70mm IMAX theater shut down a few years ago. It was one of the few true IMAX theaters here in the States, and now it's gone. 😢

[@DesignedbyKirk]

What a shame :( It definitely is an expensive process to run

[@Bluboy30]

@@DesignedbyKirk Yeah, the theater is located way out in the suburbs, it's actually located at our major zoo here. It's owned by the zoo, then they sold it to a private company that ran the theater for a few years. Then that company sold it to IMAX corporation and they ran it for another few years before they decided to shut it down. Because of its location, it wasn't profitable for IMAX and they have tons of smaller digital IMAX theaters in the city and those theaters make a lot of money for them.

[@Art-is-craft]

@@Bluboy30 IMAX would probably need its own film studio to have the content to show in the theatres. The main studios have been a mess since the 1980s and are a shadow of what they once were.

[@chernebog07]

Yesterday, I went to the 3 o'clock showing of Dune at the King of Prussia theater. First, the movie started with sound only. It went for about 5 minutes before they restarted and everything seemed fine. However, it was clear after about 5 minutes or so that sound from the rear surround speakers was still playing the audio from a point further along into the movie. It obscured dialogue at times and became a spoiler of sorts. A bunch of us walked out and were told after about 15-20 minutes that it was fixed but they weren't going to restart it. I got a refund but that's all they offered. I booked new tickets but have to wait until March 12th now.

[@GhostOfZion]

That’s disappointing to hear as that’s the theater I go too, my guess is they don’t calibrate it everyday like the guy in the video said

[@reece9052]

This was really cool and interesting. Next time I'm in Melbourne I'm gonna plan an IMAX film in

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Definitely give it a go!

[@nickbundt]

I am so sad the IMAX theater at the Minnesota Zoo in the USA closed a while ago. Now there is no true IMAX in my state.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Oh what a shame... I'm hoping videos like mine are able to increase awareness to the format and encourage more theatres to be built to service it. Hope you can find a cinema somehow or travel a bit to see it in IMAX

[@Steppenkater]

I watched Dune in the largest cinema in the world (also an IMAX). It's in a little town in Germany, 20 min away from where I live. I feel so lucky :)

[@kevineckelkamp]

I've read about that record imax screen

[@halo99yo]

Laser imax seems to be the better choice to view it though right? It wasn't even shot on 70mm

[@DesignedbyKirk]

So far i've enjoyed both!

[@Cakebattered]

The IMAX theater I watched it in had a very soft picture. I was so underwhelmed.

[@ZontarDow]

As someone from Quebec, I find it odd how the closest IMAX theatre that has a 70mm projector is out in Toronto given the fact that IMAX was originally a local brand before moving it's HQ to Toronto, and we've got the highest concentration of IMAX screens in the world (with some of the lowest prices to boot). It just seems odd that having proper film reels available is the one thing we don't have here.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Very strange, hopefully they can bring it back soon

[@darklink2000]

Saw it in 70mm IMAX in NYC. Also saw it in Dolby dual laser. They both have pros and cons. But from what I’ve seen online more people prefer it 1:43 Dual Laser IMAX. Guess it makes sense since it was shot digitally unlike Nolan movies which are shot on film.

[@aab094]

Didn't understand a word ...but wonna see it because it sounds cool. 😊

[@yarayar1]

I saw it in 70mm in Indianapolis, looked great! Can you go into the differences your perceived between 70mm and the laser projection?

[@werideatdusk]

According to the IMAX website, here are the 12 locations showing Dune: Part Two in IMAX 70mm: U.S. Harkins Arizona Mills 25 & IMAX - Tempe, Arizona AMC Metreon 16 & IMAX - San Francisco, Regal Edwards Irvine Spectrum & IMAX - Irvine, California TCL Chinese Theatres IMAX - Hollywood, California Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood & IMAX - Universal City, California IMAX, Indiana State Museum - Indianapolis AMC Lincoln Square 13 & IMAX - New York Regal UA King of Prussia & IMAX - King of Prussia, Pennsylvania Regal Opry Mills & IMAX - Nashville, Tennessee CANADA Cineplex Cinemas Vaughan & IMAX - Ontario, Canada UNITED KINGDOM BFI IMAX, British Film Institute - London AUSTRALIA IMAX, Melbourne Museum - Melbourne

[@DesignedbyKirk]

I believe this is the list I shared in the video. Let me know if there’s any differences

[@no89lan3]

You lucky people, my country doesn’t have imax. Can you imagine my sadness? I watched it in regular cinema, will watch again

[@DesignedbyKirk]

We are very lucky, I dope they open up more theatres throughout the world

[@nathanddrews]

I'm jealous. I paid extra to see the IMAX Laser at my local AMC and there was a terrible screen door like effect over the entire screen during any high contrast movement. It was distracting to say the least. I would have LOVED to see it on 70mm film.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Ah what a shame. Maybe see it another time later!

[@RegebroRepairs]

IMAX Dome is where it's at. And I think, annoyingly, there's isn't one in all of Australia, according to Wikipedia.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

No Dome in Australia!

[@sauzefilms]

my family's going to Melbourne + Gold Coast this June for a 2-week holiday so i hope the screening of Dune 2 is still available lmao.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

hopefully they'll be doing more runs then!

[@darkglasses87]

I got to see The Batman at Melbourne Imax in 2022. Incredible experience! I saw Dunkirk last year at the reopened Sydney Imax and was wholly underwhelmed by the digital projector quality. Hopefully, there will be a 15/70 showing of Mad Max Furiosa that will be worth going to Melbourne for.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

So awesome! Yeah I feel the Sydney one is a bit too commercialised

[@BethePandaGames]

Im glad I watched this video. been wanting to see this and I am one of the lucky ones where there is a theater near by lucky enough to get 70mm

[@bigdreams5554]

Looked fantastic on IMAX 70mm in NYC . 70ft screen was epic . Preferred to laser. Movie Trailers were on laser projection and there was an annoying glare/reflection. Once movie started , that glare went away. Much much better. Looked fantastic on film

[@Dmarz89]

Is there a list of the locations the 12 1570 locations. There is a theatre about 20 minutes from my house in Dallas that has IMAX with laser and the screen is bigger than other IMAX locations I’ve seen. I love this theatre and always go there to watch IMAX movies. Just finished watching Dune 2 and it was beautiful!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Yes there is, in the video :)

[@sjb3460]

I saw Dune at a regular IMAX on Feb 29. Then on Mar 1, I saw DUNE on a DOME IMAX. It's not even the same movie. The music, the scenes, it was unreal the difference. I'm going again on Thursday the 21st to see again on the DOME IMAX!!!. Yes, it's worth the trouble.

[@FaroushJinal]

It was such an amazing experience, i watched in AMC Lincoln Square yesterday on a 8:30AM screening. I remember the first goosebumps inducing scene and i thought to myself... "would it be as effective if i watched this in a regular imax showing?" i actually don't know, kind of tempting to find out.

[@loganastrup6870]

I’m driving 4 hours one way to the Indiana state museum to see it in 70mm IMAX. Can’t wait!!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

That’s dedication! Nice!!

[@travelchoice89]

🎥🏜 Discover the allure of experiencing DUNE: PART TWO on 70MM IMAX Film! A rare cinematic treat that promises unparalleled visual grandeur. Don't miss this immersive journey! 🌟🎬

[@SayAhh]

2:28 Neat! I didn't even know that TCL Chinese had real IMAX.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Apparently they do! Not bad!

[@OfficialSapphirePhoenix]

Yeah but the seats are busted and worn down so Universal Citywalk IMAX takes the crown for best IMAX in CA

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Good thinking! A good seat experience is also important @@OfficialSapphirePhoenix

[@junethanoschurchill6750]

@@OfficialSapphirePhoenix*best in SoCal

[@antovolk]

The TCL has a 1.9 screen that they mask on the sides for 15/70 screenings

[@walkerwhited]

This is fantastic, thanks for making this!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

You’re welcome!

[@centurion8446]

Watching it next week at this very venue. Looking forward to it!

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Enjoy mate! It’s a blast!

[@benster62]

I traveled from Brisbane to Melbourne to see openheimer and it was absolutely worth it. The text in the credits was taller than me

[@DesignedbyKirk]

That's dedication! Totally would of been

[@martaaay774]

Seeing Dune Pt2 on 15/70mm at the BFI IMAX Waterloo. London next week........ Cannot wait!!!🤤🤩

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Enjoy!!

[@EffMTee]

Saw it at the science museum a few days ago and it was insane, my first imax screen. Mind blown.

[@sirajkohd5316]

We do have giant 20*30 meters IMAX screen in our City Hyderabad, India. Have watched several 15/70 Movies like Harry Potter, Avatar, Tron, Dark Knight series etc. But unfortunately due to high cost the theatre management couldn't afford to upgrade it into laser, so the screen is no longer an IMAX. The last movie played in IMAX version is Interstellar. Now they are using 2 Barco laser projectors still they cant even fill 80% of the screen.

[@DesignedbyKirk]

I’ve heard a lot about the Hyderabad theatre, it’s an interesting case but unsurprising because you’re right. The cost of doing this system is so high

[@sirajkohd5316]

​@@DesignedbyKirk now with Dual Barco Laser projectors they showcased few regional movies in 4K ,1:90 aspect ratio but when it comes to Hollywood movies the 1:90 format is restricted only to IMAX screens. Unless the makers provide flat content (open matte) like Avatar 2 we have to adjust to the scope ration only on th gigantic screen. Nonthless Avatar 2 was a treat to watch on that screen (80% was filled due to flat contnt 1:85 aspect ratio)

[@vr4ever645]

Saw it yesterday in hamburg on a 70mm projection in Savoy cinema!❤

[@DesignedbyKirk]

Nice! Hope you enjoyed it!