How IMAX 70MM Film is Projected!
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Adam Savage visits IMAX headquarters in Los Angeles to explore their vault of 70mm film prints and examine the massive scale of IMAX film handling, splicing, and projection systems.
From the video
Answers: How does IMAX handle and project massive 70mm film prints?
- IMAX 70mm film print handling
- Film print splicing and make-up tables
- IMAX projection booth architecture
- Dual film and digital projection systems
What it concludes
- IMAX 70mm film runs horizontally through the projector with 15 perforations per frame, making the image nearly 10 times larger than standard 35mm.
- The sheer volume of plastic and aluminum required for IMAX film prints necessitates heavy-duty platter systems and specialized accommodation.
- IMAX operates dual projector systems with auto-calibration to achieve maximum brightness and stereo projection on massive screens.
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