The Dark Knight Blu-ray talk from Nolan

**SilentBob** · 07-11-2008, 05:23 AM

Damn the movie isn't out yet but already Nolan is talking Blu-ray release. The big thing he mention will be how the IMAX scenes will play out on the disc

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While speaking with iF Magazine, 'The Dark Knight' director Christopher Nolan mentioned that the inevitable of Blu-ray will feature the IMAX shifted aspect ratio. He commented, "The Blu-ray, in particular, will be able to actually use the shifted aspect ratios as it appears on the IMAX screen because the 16:9 aspect ratio is sufficiently different from the 2:4 that you'll actually see a shift on the Blu-ray."

He continued, "The resolution on the Blu-ray is clear enough that you can actually see difference in grain structure and sharpness. So I think it will be quite spectacular."

The film has still not hit theaters, so the Blu-ray is far off, but its interesting to learn that the high definition format is exciting directors.

plissken99 · 07-11-2008, 05:44 AM

Are there different scenes for the Imax version? And does he mean the aspect ratio will change from 2:40.1 to 16:9? Not really getting this.

**SilentBob** · 07-11-2008, 02:42 PM

There are 4 scenes in the movie which were shot for IMAX with their cameras. So when these scenes occur the screen will be completely filled and for the rest of the film you will see it in its regular 2.40:1 Scope ratio. Basically if you have the Blu-ray version of Batman Begins you will see how they did the IMAX prologue for the disc and we are to expect pretty much that and the other 3 scenes to play out the same on The Dark Knight Blu-ray disc. All the rest of the film will be seen in the Scope ratio like in theaters.

esc · 07-11-2008, 05:45 PM

I was wondering about just this the other day. I am wondering how much of a difference it will make if you have a screen smaller than 65".

I am hoping the disc will also contain the 6 minute bank robbery prequel that was shown in IMAX before I Am Legend.

Mikado · 07-11-2008, 07:33 PM

Why will the Blu-ray, in particular, be able to actually use the shifted aspect ratios?

Iguana Man · 07-11-2008, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

There are 4 scenes in the movie which were shot for IMAX with their cameras.

4 or 6? For some reason 6 sticks in my bat skull.

As far as seeing a difference in these scenes versus the rest of the movie...

....go see it in an IMAX theater! I know I plan to. Eventually.

Mikado · 07-11-2008, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Iguana Man

4 or 6? For some reason 6 sticks in my bat skull.

As far as seeing a difference in these scenes versus the rest of the movie...

....go see it in an IMAX theater! I know I plan to. Eventually.

hell yeah. I already bought my ticket. I even have to go to Nashville to see it.

Iguana Man · 07-11-2008, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mikado

Why will the Blu-ray, in particular, be able to actually use the shifted aspect ratios?

I don't know, but I read that on regular theater screens the scenes in IMAX will also look better, crisper and visually awesome.

Mikado · 07-11-2008, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Iguana Man

I don't know, but I read that on regular theater screens the scenes in IMAX will also look better, crisper and visually awesome.

Yeah, I read that. It was in Wired wasn't it?

Iguana Man · 07-11-2008, 08:29 PM

It is 6 scenes according to this:

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The Dark Knight: The IMAX Experience features six sequences filmed with IMAX® cameras, the first time ever that a major feature film has been even partially shot using IMAX cameras, marking a revolutionary integration of the two film formats. The worldwide premiere of the film will be held at the AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 with IMAX in New York on July 14th, the first time a Hollywood feature film has premiered in an IMAX theatre.

Link

Vonner · 07-11-2008, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by esc

I am hoping the disc will also contain the 6 minute bank robbery prequel that was shown in IMAX before I Am Legend.

I'm sure it will since that is the opening to the film.

Hayrab · 07-11-2008, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mikado

hell yeah. I already bought my ticket. I even have to go to Nashville to see it.

Nashville eh? Opry Mills IMAX is the bomb! See you there

Vonner · 07-11-2008, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

Basically if you have the Blu-ray version of Batman Begins you will see how they did the IMAX prologue for the disc and we are to expect pretty much that and the other 3 scenes to play out the same on The Dark Knight Blu-ray disc. All the rest of the film will be seen in the Scope ratio like in theaters.

I hope not, because on mine the "regular" aspect ratio portion of the prologue was squished quite a bit before the IMAX stuff started. Granted, it was only the opening titles, but it was not at 2:40:1 ratio.

Pirate · 07-11-2008, 09:21 PM

Am I the only one who thinks this is mostly gimmicky nonsense? I really hate the idea of my aspect ratio switching 6 times during the film--how could that not be distracting? Maybe if the whole film was shot in IMAX . . .

Give me a nice big scope screen over IMAX any day.

And, before anyone jumps on it, I do, in fact, recognize the irony of that statement.

MooglePorn · 07-12-2008, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Pirate

Am I the only one who thinks this is mostly gimmicky nonsense? I really hate the idea of my aspect ratio switching 6 times during the film--how could that not be distracting? Maybe if the whole film was shot in IMAX . . .

Give me a nice big scope screen over IMAX any day.

Word.

Mikado · 07-12-2008, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Hayrab

Nashville eh? Opry Mills IMAX is the bomb! See you there

Ah yeah! That's the one. If you're there on Saturday 19th at 12:20 you just might.

**SilentBob** · 07-12-2008, 05:10 AM

I too would actually prefer the aspect ratio to stay in scope for the entire movie when i watch it too on Blu-ray. Hopefully they will have branching versions/option to enjoy either way. Kind of like I Am Legend offered with the 2 different endings.

Derb · 07-12-2008, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

I too would actually prefer the aspect ratio to stay in scope for the entire movie when i watch it too on Blu-ray. Hopefully they will have branching versions/option to enjoy either way. Kind of like I Am Legend offered with the 2 different endings.

Yep, branching is always an option except we usually lose something in the process.. like a TrueHD track or something.

Remember studio's... Extra's come before video & audio quality.

Sorry.. still pissed at New Line for selling out to WB

**SilentBob** · 08-15-2008, 05:18 AM

Confirmed cover art (possible steelbook release as well)

plissken99 · 08-15-2008, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

I too would actually prefer the aspect ratio to stay in scope for the entire movie when i watch it too on Blu-ray. Hopefully they will have branching versions/option to enjoy either way. Kind of like I Am Legend offered with the 2 different endings.

Indeed there had better be a branching option. With the masking I just developed for the 2.35:1 ratio I definitly do not want it shifting to 16:9 at various scenes. I just saw this at the Imax, quite an experience, but I see no reason to see it that way at home. And actually I thought the Imax format was 4:3, so wouldn't the BD actually shift to 4:3?

Derb · 08-15-2008, 07:43 AM

I figure Warner will offer both theatrical & the funky IMAX on BD & just the theatrical on DVD.

cherno · 08-16-2008, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

Confirmed cover art (possible steelbook release as well)

I get a red X

**SilentBob** · 08-16-2008, 05:12 AM

Saved it to my computer. Should be viewable now

OH and Dec 9th seems to be release day

Derb · 08-16-2008, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

OH and Dec 9th seems to be release day

Will wait for more sites to post the release date before adding it to the release list. Though Dec 9th probably is a go & Warner isn't one studio to shuffle titles around a lot they might make an announcement as soon as next week.

cherno · 08-16-2008, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by SilentBob

Saved it to my computer. Should be viewable now

OH and Dec 9th seems to be release day

Nice, I think it would be nice if they did a flipside of that cover that had the joker version of that pose.

ganthc · 08-18-2008, 02:04 PM

Considering how Batman Begins was, I am looking forward to DK on blu-ray. It should be incredible.

**SilentBob** · 09-20-2008, 05:44 AM

Looks like some details are being released for the 2-disc set. It's from a Spain site they get their info from but WB is region free so i would think they will be the same extras here.

From Blu-ray.com

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The PlanetaHD site from Spain is reporting the first detailed information about the audio and supplements to be included on Warner's 'The Dark Knight' Blu-ray Disc release. The highly anticipated title will have a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack and will be issued in a two-disc edition.

In addition to the movie itself, the first disc will include the "Gotham Discovered: The Creation of a Scene" extra where Director Christopher Nolan and his collaborators unveil details on the planning of the movie, including stunt d

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SilentBob Silent Director/Silent Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Burlington, Ontario	There are 4 scenes in the movie which were shot for IMAX with their cameras. So when these scenes occur the screen will be completely filled and for the rest of the film you will see it in its regular 2.40:1 Scope ratio. Basically if you have the Blu-ray version of Batman Begins you will see how they did the IMAX prologue for the disc and we are to expect pretty much that and the other 3 scenes to play out the same on The Dark Knight Blu-ray disc. All the rest of the film will be seen in the Scope ratio like in theaters. __________________ SilentBob's DVD's Supporting both HD-DVD and Blu-ray XBOX LIVE: luvthempocket8s PS3 ONLINE: pokerlover

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Pirate Moderator Emeritus Loves Yellow Subtitles Join Date: Jun 2003	Am I the only one who thinks this is mostly gimmicky nonsense? I really hate the idea of my aspect ratio switching 6 times during the film--how could that not be distracting? Maybe if the whole film was shot in IMAX . . . Give me a nice big scope screen over IMAX any day. And, before anyone jumps on it, I do, in fact, recognize the irony of that statement. __________________ Early Adopting So You Don’t Have To. Last edited by Pirate : 07-12-2008 at 03:38 AM.

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SilentBob Silent Director/Silent Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Burlington, Ontario	I too would actually prefer the aspect ratio to stay in scope for the entire movie when i watch it too on Blu-ray. Hopefully they will have branching versions/option to enjoy either way. Kind of like I Am Legend offered with the 2 different endings. __________________ SilentBob's DVD's Supporting both HD-DVD and Blu-ray XBOX LIVE: luvthempocket8s PS3 ONLINE: pokerlover

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