IMAX NEWS
We're installing a new giant IMAX screen. It's a big job, so the Theatre will be closed from 6-17 February.
Wednesday, January 18 by Julie Brown
We are installing a brand new giant IMAX 3D screen.
It’s big (naturally), so it’s a big job, which means we will be closed from 6-17 February, reopening for business as usual on Saturday 18 February.
• The screen measures 29.5m h by 35.7m wide and weighs approx 800kg. It is the biggest cinema screen in the world.
• On the day the screen is lifted onto the frame it will require 20 riggers working simultaneously to raise it the 30m to its full height.
• It will be painted on site using 350kg of special high gain silver paint. It will need four coats and each coat requires 24 hours to dry. A special paint rig scaffold has been brought in from IMAX in Canada to perform this task.
It’s big (naturally), so it’s a big job, which means we will be closed from 6-17 February, reopening for business as usual on Saturday 18 February.
• The screen measures 29.5m h by 35.7m wide and weighs approx 800kg. It is the biggest cinema screen in the world.
• On the day the screen is lifted onto the frame it will require 20 riggers working simultaneously to raise it the 30m to its full height.
• It will be painted on site using 350kg of special high gain silver paint. It will need four coats and each coat requires 24 hours to dry. A special paint rig scaffold has been brought in from IMAX in Canada to perform this task.
Why Director Brad Bird used IMAX cameras when filming key scenes in Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
Wednesday, December 7 by Julie Brown
When you watch Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol be sure to see on a giant IMAX screen, just the director Brad Bird intended. In this clip below, we hear why Brad Bird chose to use IMAX cameras when filming select scenes in the film, including the cliff hanger sequence which involves Tom Cruise literally hanging off the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
Brad Bird talks about using IMAX cameras on the set of his latest film -
Brad Bird talks about using IMAX cameras on the set of his latest film -
The Dark Knight Rises prologue screens prior to Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
Monday, December 5 by Julie Brown
It's official.
Screening exclusively in select IMAX theatres* around the world prior to Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol is the six minute full-screen IMAX prologue to The Dark Knight Rises, the third and final instalment in the Batman trilogy directed by Christopher Nolan due for release in July 2012.
As with The Dark Knight, the prologue will be - according to Nolan - "basically the first six, seven minutes of the film" and will serve as "an introduction to Bane, and a taste of the rest of the film."
Screening exclusively in select IMAX theatres* around the world prior to Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol is the six minute full-screen IMAX prologue to The Dark Knight Rises, the third and final instalment in the Batman trilogy directed by Christopher Nolan due for release in July 2012.
As with The Dark Knight, the prologue will be - according to Nolan - "basically the first six, seven minutes of the film" and will serve as "an introduction to Bane, and a taste of the rest of the film."
Early buzz from media screenings of IMAX footage in Mission Impossible.
Monday, December 5 by Julie Brown
The early buzz is in. Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol, when screened in IMAX, is simply breathtaking.
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocolwill feature approximately 30 minutes of scenes shot with IMAX cameras. Only in IMAX will these scenes expand on screen to reveal even more detail and highlight the jaw-dropping, explosive action.
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol Director, Brad Bird:
“To me, the best example of showmanship now is IMAX. I wanted the first people that see the film to see it big with a sharp image and great sound systems, so when they went out and talked about the movie they saw, we would know that they had seen it at its best.” - Brad Bird, Director Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, Los Angeles Times, November 2011.
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocolwill feature approximately 30 minutes of scenes shot with IMAX cameras. Only in IMAX will these scenes expand on screen to reveal even more detail and highlight the jaw-dropping, explosive action.
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol Director, Brad Bird:
“To me, the best example of showmanship now is IMAX. I wanted the first people that see the film to see it big with a sharp image and great sound systems, so when they went out and talked about the movie they saw, we would know that they had seen it at its best.” - Brad Bird, Director Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, Los Angeles Times, November 2011.
Sydney born penguin skates in to the World's Biggest Screen in Daring Harbour this summer
Thursday, November 3 by Julie Brown
In Happy Feet Two 3D, Mumble, The Master of Tap, has a problem because his tiny son, Erik, is choreo-phobic. Reluctant to dance, Erik runs away and encounters The Mighty Sven—a penguin who can fly! Mumble has no hope of competing with this charismatic new role model.
But things get worse when the world is shaken by powerful forces.
Erik learns of his father’s “guts and grit” as Mumble brings together the penguin nations and all manner of fabulous creatures—from tiny Krill to giant Elephant Seals—to put things right.
But things get worse when the world is shaken by powerful forces.
Erik learns of his father’s “guts and grit” as Mumble brings together the penguin nations and all manner of fabulous creatures—from tiny Krill to giant Elephant Seals—to put things right.
A film nine lifetimes in the making. Sneak previews for Puss in Boots 3D from 2 December.
Wednesday, November 2 by Julie Brown
Our favourite bad kitty is back on the big IMAX screen in 'PUSS IN BOOTS 3D' which claws its way into the schedule for some sneak preview screenings from December 3 & 4.
Long before he even met Shrek, the notorious fighter, lover and outlaw Puss in Boots becomes a hero when he sets off on an adventure with the tough and street smart Kitty Softpaws and the mastermind Humpty Dumpty to save his town. This is the true story of The Cat, The Myth, The Legend…The Boots.
Long before he even met Shrek, the notorious fighter, lover and outlaw Puss in Boots becomes a hero when he sets off on an adventure with the tough and street smart Kitty Softpaws and the mastermind Humpty Dumpty to save his town. This is the true story of The Cat, The Myth, The Legend…The Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions, Risk Assessment and More for Teachers
Tuesday, June 28 by Julie Brown
Download essential information for planning a school excursion to IMAX in Darling Harbour. Click on each link below.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL INFO ABOUT RISK ASSESSMENT
IMAX SYDNEY RISK ASSESSMENT FORM
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL INFO ABOUT RISK ASSESSMENT
IMAX SYDNEY RISK ASSESSMENT FORM
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Tom Cruise dives out of the world's tallest building and onto the giant IMAX screen.
Friday, October 28 by Julie Brown
The newest behind-the-scenes clip of Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol features Director Brad Bird shooting Tom Cruise hanging off the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, using the massive IMAX cameras.
CLICK HERE to visit Tom Cruise's blog to read more here -
CLICK HERE to visit Tom Cruise's blog to read more here -
Be first in the world to see Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol
Wednesday, October 12 by Julie Brown
Ethan is back and hanging out at IMAX in Darling Harbour.
Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol opens on December 15 and Australian cinema goers will be among the first in the world to experience the excitement and spectacle of this new film starring Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner and Paula Patton.
Key scenes have been filmed with giant IMAX cameras using 65 mm film, which means you'll see even more of the action if you see it on the World's Biggest Screen.
You won't believe your eyes when you see the images expand top and bottom to fill the entire eight storey high IMAX screen. That's an image 35.5 metres wide x 29.5 metres tall. The biggest in the world. What better backdrop for a movie where the leading guy - who has apparently done all his own stunts - dangles outside the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.
Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol opens on December 15 and Australian cinema goers will be among the first in the world to experience the excitement and spectacle of this new film starring Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner and Paula Patton.
Key scenes have been filmed with giant IMAX cameras using 65 mm film, which means you'll see even more of the action if you see it on the World's Biggest Screen.
You won't believe your eyes when you see the images expand top and bottom to fill the entire eight storey high IMAX screen. That's an image 35.5 metres wide x 29.5 metres tall. The biggest in the world. What better backdrop for a movie where the leading guy - who has apparently done all his own stunts - dangles outside the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.
Tornado Alley 3D storms into IMAX
Monday, September 26 by Julie Brown
Filmmaker, director and storm chaser Sean Casey from Discovery Channel's Storm Chasers TV series is in town this week to launch his latest IMAX film, TORNADO ALLEY 3D which opens to the public on September 29. Get set to embark on the chase of a lifetime as you enter the 'severe weather capital of the world' to experience a tornado at point blank range.
CLICK HERE to watch an interview with Sean Casey on 6.30 with George Negus.
CLICK HERE to watch an interview with Sean Casey on 6.30 with George Negus.
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- We're Installing A New Giant Imax Screen. It's A Big Job, So The Theatre Will Be Closed From 6-17 February.
- Why Director Brad Bird Used Imax Cameras When Filming Key Scenes In Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
- The Dark Knight Rises Prologue Screens Prior To Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
- Early Buzz From Media Screenings Of Imax Footage In Mission Impossible.
- Sydney Born Penguin Skates In To The World's Biggest Screen In Daring Harbour This Summer
- A Film Nine Lifetimes In The Making. Sneak Previews For Puss In Boots 3d From 2 December.
- Frequently Asked Questions, Risk Assessment And More For Teachers
- Tom Cruise Dives Out Of The World's Tallest Building And Onto The Giant Imax Screen.
- Be First In The World To See Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol
- Tornado Alley 3d Storms Into Imax
