‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ to Feature Rare Full-Frame IMAX 1.43 Scenes
Marvel’s upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set to make a significant impact on the big screen by incorporating scenes shot in the full IMAX 1.43:1 aspect ratio. This marks it as only the second MCU film to utilize this format, following Eternals, which featured select sequences in 1.43:1.
The 1.43:1 aspect ratio offers a taller and more immersive viewing experience compared to the standard 1.90:1 IMAX format commonly used in many films.
This format has been employed in notable films such as Interstellar, The Dark Knight, and Oppenheimer to enhance the visual storytelling.
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other IMAX films this year like Mission Impossible and Superman are standard 1.90 IMAX
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In addition to the IMAX scenes, The Fantastic Four: First Steps also includes sequences shot on 16mm and 35mm film. This choice of film stock contributes to a distinct visual texture and aesthetic, particularly in scenes depicting Reed Richards’ early life and astronaut experiences.
These scenes are presented in a 4:3 aspect ratio, adding a nostalgic and intimate feel to the story as a whole. This format just fits the time and our expectations of how it’s supposed to look.
Director Matt Shakman, known for his work on WandaVision, has a history of experimenting with aspect ratios to serve the story.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps is scheduled for release on July 25, 2025.
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