In an exclusive report from Variety, it has been confirmed that Warner Bros. is doubling down on its awards season dominance by bringing Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” and Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” back to IMAX 70mm screens.
The limited engagement is timed specifically to capitalize on the massive momentum following the Academy Award nominations, where both films emerged as the clear frontrunners of the pack. For cinephiles, this represents a rare opportunity to see these projects in their native, large-format glory before the gold statues are handed out in March.
A Massive Night for 70mm Cinema
The decision to re-release these titles comes as no surprise given their historic performance during yesterday’s Oscar announcement. Ryan Coogler’s supernatural thriller “Sinners” officially shattered records by earning 16 nominations, the most for any single movie in the history of the Academy. Starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role, the film was shot entirely on IMAX 70mm cameras, and the studio is eager to remind voters and audiences alike why it is the definitive technical achievement of 2025.
Not far behind is Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” which secured 13 nominations of its own. The sprawling black comedy action film, featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, utilized the rare VistaVision format to capture its visceral, countercultural energy. By returning these two heavy hitters to the few dozen 70mm-capable IMAX theaters globally, the studio is ensuring that the big screen experience remains at the heart of their Best Picture campaigns.
Industry analysts suggest that this strategic move is designed to fend off competition from streaming contenders and smaller indie darlings. While both films are currently available for home viewing on Max, the sheer scale of a 15/70mm projection offers a level of immersion that a living room simply cannot replicate.
