Los Angeles, September 28, 2025
News Summary
Paul Thomas Anderson’s new film ‘One Battle After Another’ premieres after a four-year hiatus. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, it showcases multiple exhibition formats including VistaVision and IMAX 70mm. This release highlights the use of legacy film processes. With limited screenings worldwide, the film aims to engage audiences through distinct viewing experiences while facilitating discussions around its political and social themes.
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Paul Thomas Anderson returns with “One Battle After Another,” released Sept. 25 in multiple premium formats
Paul Thomas Anderson has returned after a four-year hiatus with the new film “One Battle After Another”, which opens Friday, September 25. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio and is being released in a range of presentation formats intended to highlight differing projection and sound qualities, including VistaVision, 70mm IMAX, and standard exhibition formats.
The release is being treated as a notable event for film enthusiasts because of its varied presentation options and the rare use of legacy film processes. The marketing for the film emphasizes that it was “Shot on VistaVision”, a high-resolution, widescreen process from the 1950s that runs 35mm negatives horizontally to create larger, higher-quality prints.
Key theatrical formats and availability
VistaVision presentations of “One Battle After Another” will be limited to four theaters worldwide: Vista Theater (Los Angeles, CA); Regal Union Square 17 (New York, NY); Coolidge Corner Theater (Boston, MA); and Odeon Leicester Square (London, England). The film is described as the first film in decades slated to be projected in this format.
The most talked-about offering is IMAX 70mm, presented in a unique 1.43:1 aspect ratio, marking a first for narrative features. IMAX 70mm screenings aim to deliver an even clearer image, described as four times the size of VistaVision film projection. Ten theaters are presenting the film in IMAX 70mm across North America and other locations, including Cinemark Dallas IMAX (Dallas, TX); AutoNation IMAX (Fort Lauderdale, FL); Indiana State Museum (Indianapolis, IN); Regal Edwards Irvine Spectrum 21 (Irvine, CA); BFI IMAX (London, England); AMC Lincoln Square 13 (New York, NY); AMC Metreon 16 (San Francisco, CA); Harkins Arizona Mills 18 (Tempe, AZ); AMC Universal Citywalk 19 (Universal City, CA); and Cineplex Vaughan IMAX (Woodbridge, Ontario).
In addition to VistaVision and IMAX 70mm, the film will play on standard 70mm projection at 19 theaters. Digital IMAX screens will project “One Battle After Another” using a 1.90:1 aspect ratio, while standard Digital Cinema Package (DCP) presentations will use a 1.85:1 ratio.
Story elements and creative context
The film is loosely inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s novel “Vineland”. Leonardo DiCaprio appears as Bob Ferguson, described in promotional materials as a former revolutionary trying to protect his daughter. The film is expected to prompt discussion around its political and social themes and depicts a range of characters involved in revolutionary actions.
Paul Thomas Anderson is listed among directors advocating for optimal theatrical viewing experiences, alongside other filmmakers who have emphasized presentation formats. The current rollout of VistaVision and IMAX formats for “One Battle After Another” is part of a broader resurgence of interest in legacy and high-resolution shooting and projection techniques among a handful of recent theatrical releases.
Marketing and audience engagement
The film’s marketing highlights “Shot on VistaVision” as a selling point and encourages audiences to experience the movie in different formats through a “One Format After Another” scorecard. Viewers are encouraged to share experiences using the social media tag #OneFormatAfterAnother.
Anderson has characterized VistaVision as producing a very deep, rich, and beautiful image but noted that its complexity makes it less practical for standard filming workflows. The limited number of VistaVision and IMAX 70mm presentations means that availability of these premium screenings will be constrained to specific locations.
What to expect at release
When the film opens on September 25, audiences will be able to choose from multiple presentation options: VistaVision in four designated theaters, IMAX 70mm in ten locations, standard 70mm at 19 theaters, digital IMAX at 1.90:1, and standard DCP at 1.85:1. The varied formats are positioned as distinct viewing experiences intended to highlight different technical qualities of the production.
FAQ
Which theaters will show One Battle After Another in VistaVision?
The VistaVision presentations will be at Vista Theater (Los Angeles, CA); Regal Union Square 17 (New York, NY); Coolidge Corner Theater (Boston, MA); and Odeon Leicester Square (London, England).
How many theaters will present One Battle After Another in IMAX 70mm?
Ten theaters are presenting the film in IMAX 70mm across North America, including Cinemark Dallas IMAX (Dallas, TX); AutoNation IMAX (Fort Lauderdale, FL); Indiana State Museum (Indianapolis, IN); Regal Edwards Irvine Spectrum 21 (Irvine, CA); BFI IMAX (London, England); AMC Lincoln Square 13 (New York, NY); AMC Metreon 16 (San Francisco, CA); Harkins Arizona Mills 18 (Tempe, AZ); AMC Universal Citywalk 19 (Universal City, CA); and Cineplex Vaughan IMAX (Woodbridge, Ontario).
What aspect ratios will be used for One Battle After Another?
IMAX 70mm is presented in a unique 1.43:1 aspect ratio. Digital IMAX screens will project One Battle After Another using a 1.90:1 aspect ratio, while standard Digital Cinema Package (DCP) will use a 1.85:1 ratio.
Is One Battle After Another available in standard 70mm?
The film will also be available in standard 70mm projection at 19 theaters.
What is significant about the film’s use of VistaVision?
The film is promoted as “Shot on VistaVision,” a high-resolution, widescreen format used in the 1950s that runs 35mm negatives horizontally and allows for higher quality prints. One Battle After Another is the first film in decades slated to be projected in this format.
Who stars in One Battle After Another and what is the film about?
The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Bob Ferguson, a former revolutionary trying to protect his daughter. The film is loosely inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s novel “Vineland” and is expected to generate discussion around its themes of political and social commentary.
What promotional engagement accompanies the release?
The release includes a “One Format After Another” scorecard encouraging viewers to experience the film across different formats and share their experiences via social media using #OneFormatAfterAnother.
| Format | Aspect Ratio / Note | Number of Theaters / Locations | Representative Theaters (selected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| VistaVision | High-resolution, widescreen; promoted as “Shot on VistaVision” | 4 theaters | Vista Theater (Los Angeles, CA); Regal Union Square 17 (New York, NY); Coolidge Corner Theater (Boston, MA); Odeon Leicester Square (London, England) |
| IMAX 70mm | 1.43:1 (unique for narrative features) | 10 theaters | Cinemark Dallas IMAX (Dallas, TX); AMC Lincoln Square 13 (New York, NY); Cineplex Vaughan IMAX (Woodbridge, Ontario) |
| Standard 70mm | 70mm projection | 19 theaters | Multiple locations (listed as 19 theaters) |
| Digital IMAX | 1.90:1 aspect ratio | Not specified | Digital IMAX venues |
| Standard DCP | 1.85:1 aspect ratio | Not specified | Standard digital cinemas |
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