Pakistan, July 25 -- Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has driven strong demand for IMAX screenings worldwide while sparking debate over limited access to its highest-quality format. The film has boosted IMAX ticket sales but also drawn criticism over its exclusive viewing experience.

Nolan became the first filmmaker to shoot an entire feature using specially designed 70mm IMAX cameras. As demand surged, many IMAX theaters sold out weeks in advance and added late-night and midnight screenings.

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However, only 41 cinemas worldwide can project the film in its intended 70mm IMAX format. More than half of those theaters are located in the United States, while countries including India h...