Interstellar 70mm Prints Reportedly Destroyed
Rumors Swirl, Paramount Denies
According to current rumors, Paramount Pictures has destroyed its 70mm IMAX prints of Christopher Nolan's critically acclaimed film, Interstellar. The concern started when a post on the forums at BoxOfficeTheory claimed that Paramount had destroyed all 70mm prints of the film to make way for other releases.
Fan Backlash and Investigation
The rumor quickly spread across social media, sparking outrage among fans of the film. NolanAnalyst, a popular Twitter account dedicated to Nolan's work, tweeted a message expressing concern about the alleged destruction. The account also shared a screenshot of a post claiming that Paramount had confirmed the destruction.
However, Paramount Pictures has since denied the rumors. A representative from the studio told Variety that the 70mm prints of Interstellar are still intact and that there are no plans to destroy them.
Impact on Re-Release
Interstellar was originally scheduled to return to theaters in 70mm IMAX format in November 2023, in honor of the film's tenth anniversary. The rumors about the prints being destroyed had raised concerns that the re-release might be canceled. With Paramount now denying the rumors, it remains to be seen whether the re-release will still go ahead as planned.
The alleged destruction of the Interstellar 70mm prints is a reminder of the fragility of film heritage. Once a film is destroyed, it can be lost forever. While Paramount's denial is reassuring, it is important to remember that many other films may not be as fortunate.
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