Nolan's 'Odyssey' Crashes Ticketing Sites

Demand for Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is causing significant strain on ticketing services, with fans reporting extensive wait times for Imax screenings. On Thursday, eager moviegoers experienced online queues on AMC and Fandango, with some waiting as long as an hour to secure tickets. These systems are designed to prevent server crashes during high-traffic events, similar to those seen for Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" concert film in 2023.

"The Odyssey" is notable for being the first film ever shot entirely with Imax cameras. This was made possible by a new fleet of lighter cameras that allowed cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema to capture action and ocean scenes previously unachievable with older Imax equipment. This technological advancement makes Imax the definitive viewing format for Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic.