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Tom Cruise is reportedly furious about the situation, feeling that the limited IMAX exposure for his film could harm its box office potential. He has been actively trying to convince theaters to prioritize or adjust their scheduling, including personally calling exhibitors to advocate for his movie to be shown on certain non-IMAX premium screens before Oppenheimer. His support for IMAX runs deep—having shot extensively with large-format IMAX cameras himself—making this dispute particularly personal.
Nolan’s close relationship with IMAX and his history of supporting large-format presentations add another layer to the conflict. He is known for his meticulous filmmaking style and for championing the IMAX format, which likely influenced the three-week exclusive IMAX window for Oppenheimer.