Film fans debate the best way to watch The Odyssey
IMAX 70 mm for The Odyssey sparks debate over the film’s ideal viewing format. See why access, not just spectacle, matters for Nolan’s epic and where to watch.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has sparked debate over whether it should be seen in IMAX 70 mm or through more accessible formats. The film was shot entirely with IMAX 70 mm cameras, and that has led some fans to argue that this is the intended viewing experience.
The discussion has also highlighted how limited that option is. Only a small number of theatres worldwide can show the film in 70 mm IMAX, with just nine in Canada, and tickets for some screenings sold out long before release.
For many moviegoers, however, the main issue is access rather than format. Critics of the debate point out that viewers in places with few or no premium theatres still deserve a chance to experience the story, which centers on Homer’s epic tale of homecoming, grief, and survival.