IMAX NEWS
A story as big as the giant screen
Wednesday, May 27 by Julie Brown
Mountain climber John Harlin III is in town THIS WEEK to help us celebrate the launch of the newest IMAX film to hit the world's biggest screen, THE ALPS. With spectacular mountain scenery and an edge-of-your-seat story about one man's personal journey to reach the summit of the Eiger, THE ALPS is a classic IMAX experience reminscent of Everest, also by the same expert giant screen filmmakers MacGillivray Freeman Films.
THE ALPS has some of the most incredible footage of any IMAX film you'll ever experience and we'd like to share some of the shots taken behind-the-scenes during the filming on location in Switzerland....
THE ALPS has some of the most incredible footage of any IMAX film you'll ever experience and we'd like to share some of the shots taken behind-the-scenes during the filming on location in Switzerland....
IMAX 3D cameras return to space for HUBBLE 3D
Monday, May 11 by Julie Brown
IMAX 3D cameras returned to space to document one of NASA's most complex space shuttle operations - the final service of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST), STS-125. The IMAX 3D cameras launched on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis on May 11th, 2009. The astronauts will operate the IMAX cameras and will film the five intricate and difficult spacewalks required to service Hubble. The IMAX footage will be combined with breathtaking up-close images of distant galaxies from Hubble in the upcoming IMAX/Warner Bros. Pictures co-production Hubble 3D.
Watch the Transformers 2 Trailer
Monday, May 4 by Julie Brown
The battle for Earth has ended but the battle for the universe has just begun. After returning to Cybertron, Starscream assumes command of the Decepticons, and has decided to return to Earth with force. The Autobots believing that peace was possible finds out that Megatron's dead body has been stolen from the US Military by Skorpinox and revives him using his own spark. Now Megatron is back seeking revenge and with Starscream and more Decepticon reinforcements on the way, the Autobots with reinforcements of their own, may have more to deal with then meets the eye.
Star Trek - Tickets on Sale Now
Tuesday, April 14 by Julie Brown
Want to be among the first to see STAR TREK on the World's Biggest Cinema Screen in Darling Harbour?
Tickets are now on sale for the first week of screenings, beginning with the first session at MIDNIGHT 12.01am on Thursday 7 May.
BUY TICKETS ONLINE OR DIRECT AT THE IMAX BOX OFFICE.
Tickets are now on sale for the first week of screenings, beginning with the first session at MIDNIGHT 12.01am on Thursday 7 May.
BUY TICKETS ONLINE OR DIRECT AT THE IMAX BOX OFFICE.
Transformers 2 Filmed In Part With IMAX Cameras
Thursday, April 9 by Julie Brown
Optimus Prime and the rest of the Autobots return for the live-action follow up to Michael Bay's 2007 blockbuster TRANSFORMERS.
Key sequences of the film will be shot using IMAX® cameras. The IMAX footage will be integrated with the traditional 35mm format. The 35mm footage will be digitally re-mastered into The IMAX Experience® using IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The IMAX DMR scenes will appear in the traditional "letterbox" shape, while scenes shot with IMAX’s cameras will expand vertically to fill the entire IMAX screen.
Key sequences of the film will be shot using IMAX® cameras. The IMAX footage will be integrated with the traditional 35mm format. The 35mm footage will be digitally re-mastered into The IMAX Experience® using IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The IMAX DMR scenes will appear in the traditional "letterbox" shape, while scenes shot with IMAX’s cameras will expand vertically to fill the entire IMAX screen.
Star Trek Reviewed
Wednesday, April 8 by Julie Brown
The world premiere of Star Trek was held at Sydney's Opera House and some of the first reviews are in!
Star Trek opens at the IMAX Theatre in Darling Harbour on May 7.
"A stupendous production, Star Trek goes where no movie sequel or prequel has gone before in bringing intelligence and invention to a peak in cinematic storytelling. Starting with the well constructed and clearly delineated screenplay, director J. J. Abrams and his team manage to capture the essence of what is familiar at the same time refreshing it. The familiar in every sense, from the production design, which echoes with the original but has not a whiff of staleness about it, to the spot perfect casting, which reminds us but does not ape the well known and loved original cast."
Andrew, L. Urban, Urban Cinefile
Star Trek opens at the IMAX Theatre in Darling Harbour on May 7.
"A stupendous production, Star Trek goes where no movie sequel or prequel has gone before in bringing intelligence and invention to a peak in cinematic storytelling. Starting with the well constructed and clearly delineated screenplay, director J. J. Abrams and his team manage to capture the essence of what is familiar at the same time refreshing it. The familiar in every sense, from the production design, which echoes with the original but has not a whiff of staleness about it, to the spot perfect casting, which reminds us but does not ape the well known and loved original cast."
Andrew, L. Urban, Urban Cinefile
A Monstrous School Holiday Treat
Thursday, April 2 by Julie Brown
Monsters vs Aliens 3D is showing here on the World's Biggest Screen in Darling Harbour throughout the April school holidays and beyond.
Advance tickets are now on sale. Book now - either online or direct at the IMAX box office - to avoid disappointment. For groups of 10 or more, take advantage of great discounts by calling (02) 9213 1600 or email groupbookings@imax.com.au
The film centres around a ragtag bunch of hilarious monsters who take on the might of a 21st century alien invasion in a desperate bid to save the world from destruction. This fully-animated feature film marks the theatrical debut of DreamWorks Animation's new "InTru3D".
Advance tickets are now on sale. Book now - either online or direct at the IMAX box office - to avoid disappointment. For groups of 10 or more, take advantage of great discounts by calling (02) 9213 1600 or email groupbookings@imax.com.au
The film centres around a ragtag bunch of hilarious monsters who take on the might of a 21st century alien invasion in a desperate bid to save the world from destruction. This fully-animated feature film marks the theatrical debut of DreamWorks Animation's new "InTru3D".
Darling Harbour Open Day
Wednesday, April 1 by Julie Brown
On Sunday 29 March, 600 teachers attended the Darling Harbour Educators’ Open Day – were you one of them?
Accompanying family & friends, each of whom received a discount or in some cases free admission, totalled another 1000 people!
With free entry for all teachers on the day to a host of fantastic educational venues and services – including Sydney Aquarium, the National Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney Wildlife World, Chinese Gardens, IMAX Theatre and Monorail - the Open Day has become a popular addition to teachers’ calendars.
Accompanying family & friends, each of whom received a discount or in some cases free admission, totalled another 1000 people!
With free entry for all teachers on the day to a host of fantastic educational venues and services – including Sydney Aquarium, the National Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney Wildlife World, Chinese Gardens, IMAX Theatre and Monorail - the Open Day has become a popular addition to teachers’ calendars.
The Alps - A Story of Extraordinary Courage
Monday, March 30 by Julie Brown
Due to start on 5 June, The Alps is the latest giant screen adventure from the makers of the acclaimed IMAX film Everest.
In the thin air above Switzerland, on the sheer rock-and-ice wall known as the Eiger, an American climber is about to embark on the most perilous and meaningful ascent he has ever undertaken: an attempt to scale the legendary mountain that took his renowned father's life.
"Against a backdrop of overwhelming natural beauty, THE ALPS is a true-life story of extraordinary courage. It's the intensely personal journey of a man who has every reason not to climb the deadly Eiger North Face, yet climb it he must" says Stephen Judson, director, co-writer and editor of THE ALPS.
In the thin air above Switzerland, on the sheer rock-and-ice wall known as the Eiger, an American climber is about to embark on the most perilous and meaningful ascent he has ever undertaken: an attempt to scale the legendary mountain that took his renowned father's life.
"Against a backdrop of overwhelming natural beauty, THE ALPS is a true-life story of extraordinary courage. It's the intensely personal journey of a man who has every reason not to climb the deadly Eiger North Face, yet climb it he must" says Stephen Judson, director, co-writer and editor of THE ALPS.
Star Trek on the Big Screen
Monday, March 30 by Julie Brown
Star Trek will be beaming onto the IMAX Big Screen in May this year!
From director J.J. Abrams ("Mission: Impossible III," "Lost" and "Alias"), producers Damon Lindelof and Bryan Burk and screenwriters Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman ("TRANSFORMERS," "MI: III") comes a new vision of the greatest space adventure of all time, "Star Trek," featuring a young, new crew venturing boldly where no one has gone before.
Featuring the original main characters played by a new cast, in a plot that tells the ‘backstories’ of Kirk and Spock, before they unite aboard the USS Enterprise.
From director J.J. Abrams ("Mission: Impossible III," "Lost" and "Alias"), producers Damon Lindelof and Bryan Burk and screenwriters Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman ("TRANSFORMERS," "MI: III") comes a new vision of the greatest space adventure of all time, "Star Trek," featuring a young, new crew venturing boldly where no one has gone before.
Featuring the original main characters played by a new cast, in a plot that tells the ‘backstories’ of Kirk and Spock, before they unite aboard the USS Enterprise.
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