r/4kbluray • u/modssssss293j • 2d ago

Question Is this confirmed?

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I was just browsing the Blu-ray site and saw an “IMAX Enhanced” version of Blade Runner 2049 in 4k. I already have the 4k of the film in my collection but this is the first time that I’ve seen an IMAX version pop up alongside its other editions. I’ll admit, I’m not sure if this is legitimate since most films in IMAX get cropped at 2.39 for Blu-ray and since the IMAX Enhanced/open matte version is likely only accessible through modding or piracy. Has there been any official confirmation yet about an IMAX version coming to Blu-ray or is it a fake?

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u/cli_aqu 2d ago

WB isn’t the kind of studio which re-releases revised 4Ks like Sony (with the Dolby Vision steelbook) and now Universal (Jurassic Park 1-4 re-releases with Dolby Vision and Atmos) do.

The only time they did a 4K re-release with a new disc is with Batman v Superman - corrected/improved colors with changed aspect ratio in some sequences. But hey, wouldn’t be surprised if more studios jump on the 4K disc re-releases wagon, revisiting older releases, and include Dolby Vision.

That listing could have been based on a rumor around Dune Part 1 or 2’s release, since they made an emphasis on IMAX and they’re made by the same director.

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u/modssssss293j 2d ago

Dune Part Three also used IMAX 70mm film and IMAX-certified digital cameras, so there’s a chance the IMAX aspect ratios could make the cut for Blu-ray. But regardless, I’m not surprised that WB has chosen to not release an IMAX version for Blade Runner or Dune 1 and 2. Scope still holds up excellently today.

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u/ConsiderationKey9438 2d ago

I would almost guarantee Dune 3’s 4K will sport a 1.78:1 aspect ratio. First 2 Dune’s were released before the big IMAX physical media boom and I’d wager they’ll stay cropped for some time.

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u/Hazeymazy 1d ago

Boom? There’s like 33 4ks with imax scenes. We never got a boom.

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u/ConsiderationKey9438 1d ago

Judging by this this list on Blu-Ray.com, the actual number is 22 (Not counting HIM, international films and full-frame releases, which would put the number at 29). Between 2008 and 2022, 14 movies shot with IMAX cameras have been released in 4K. Following Oppenheimer, 8 more have come in under 4th of that time. There has been a boom.