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70mm Odyssey Extended: Alex Theatre Celebrates Record Run
5 Aug
Summary
- Alex Theatre's 70mm run of The Odyssey extended due to audience demand.
- The film's showing at the historic Alex Theatre was the first since 1991.
- The Odyssey is nearing $1 billion globally after just three weekends.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has achieved remarkable success, prompting the historic Alex Theatre in Los Angeles to extend its special 70mm engagement through August 20, 2026. This decision comes in response to significant audience demand and a desire to recapture a unique cinematic experience.
The extended run at the Alex Theatre is particularly notable as it represents the venue's first first-run movie since "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" in 1991. The theatre recently installed new 70mm film projectors as part of system upgrades, enhancing the viewing experience for this landmark release.
Artistic Director Miles Williams expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response from Los Angeles and Southern California, highlighting the public's appreciation for shared movie-going. He also acknowledged Universal Pictures for their partnership in showcasing Nolan's film.
Globally, The Odyssey is on the cusp of reaching the $1 billion box office milestone, accumulating $911 million within its initial three weekends. The film's presentation in IMAX 70mm has been a significant draw, encouraging audiences to seek out large-screen venues to experience Nolan's vision as intended.
