Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: The IMAX Return
Get ready to relive some of Hollywood’s most unforgettable moments, because Quentin Tarantino’s celebrated 2019 masterpiece, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, is making its triumphant return to the big screen, this time exclusively in the immersive experience of IMAX.
Fans of cinematic history can mark their calendars: the re-release is scheduled for October 30th. This massive cinematic event arrives just ahead of another major project in the Tarantino universe, the David Fincher-directed spin-off feature, The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth, which will hit cinemas on November 25th.
At the heart of the story remains the captivating dynamic between Leonardo DiCaprio, who plays the struggling TV star Rick Dalton, and Brad Pitt, who embodies his longtime stunt double, Cliff Booth. Their narrative beautifully navigates the fast-paced, shifting landscape of Hollywood, all while Rick lives side-by-side with the rising star Sharon Tate, portrayed by Margot Robbie.
The film is a rich tapestry woven with some of the industry’s biggest names. It features an incredible ensemble cast, including Al Pacino, Kurt Russell, Dakota Fanning, Margaret Qualley, Timothy Olyphant, Bruce Dern, Damian Lewis, Mike Moh, Luke Perry, Austin Butler, and Emile Hirsch, all contributing to the vivid atmosphere of 1960s Los Angeles.
A true commercial and critical juggernaut, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood achieved massive success, grossing more than $378 million worldwide from a production budget of only $90 million. The film garnered ten Oscar nominations, cementing its status as a cultural touchstone, and Brad Pitt took home the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance.
Directed and written by Quentin Tarantino, the film is a testament to cinematic storytelling. It was produced by Tarantino, along with David Heyman and Shannon McIntosh, ensuring the vision remained fiercely intact from conception to screen.