[NEWS] "Apollo 13" movie gets Imax re-release for 30th anniversary

    'Apollo 13' Sets Imax Rerelease for 30th Anniversary
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    Universal Pictures is celebrating the 30th anniversary of
    "Apollo 13" by rereleasing the groundbreaking space-drama
    in Imax. The full-length theatrical version of the
    Oscar-nominated film will return to theaters Sep. 19 and
    play exclusively in Imax through Sep. 25.
    Directed by Ron Howard and produced by Brian Grazer at
    Imagine Entertainment, "Apollo 13" recounts the true story
    of astronauts Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Jack Swigert (Kevin
    Bacon) and Fred Haise (Bill Paxton), who embarked on the
    eponymous space odyssey that became one of the tensest
    rescue missions in NASA history. The film released in 1995,
    captivating audiences with its powerful story and
    spectacular special effects.
    "Apollo 13" also marked a cornerstone in the history of
    Imax. In 2002, it became the first live-action film
    digitally remastered using Imax's then-novel DMR technology
    and was released as "Apollo 13: The Imax Experience." At the
    time, thirteen minutes of the original film were cut to
    accommodate limitations in Imax projection systems. The 2025
    rerelease will mark the first time that the full film is
    shown in Imax.
    Ron Howard states, "'Apollo 13' is a testament to human
    resilience, ingenuity and teamwork in the face of impossible
    odds. As we celebrate the film's 30th anniversary, I'm
    reminded of how relevant those themes remain today. This
    re-release is not only a celebration of that incredible
    mission and the people behind it, but also a proud milestone
    for all of us at Imagine. It was a defining moment in our
    journey as storytellers and we're thrilled that Universal and
    Imax have made it possible to share it with a new generation."
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