: For a true IMAX 70mm experience, the digital files are written back onto an "internegative," which is then contact-printed onto massive 70mm reels for projection. Where to Experience It

The scanner uses a linear CCD array (not a digital camera sensor). The film physically moves past a stationary "line" of sensors. For 8K IMAX, the scanner must capture 8,000 pixels of red, green, and blue data for every millimeter of film movement.

A single uncompressed 11K frame can exceed 200MB in size, meaning a single feature film can require petabytes of storage. 3. The Digital Intermediate (DI) Process

Ever wonder why an IMAX 70mm presentation looks different than your standard cinema? It starts with the scan.

The DIY method: