Critically-acclaimed American film director Steven Spielberg’s classic works such as “Jaws” and “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial” will be re-released exclusively on IMAX® screens worldwide today, September 9, 2022. This year marks the two film’s 47th and 40th anniversary, respectively, and this 3D experience would definitely bring new life to these masterpieces.
As stated in Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s latest release, new audiences will be able to witness these “culture-defining films bigger and better than ever before” as they will be available exclusively on IMAX® screens worldwide. Along with these iconic films, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” was also set to return.
Cinematographer and President of Domestic Theatrical Distribution for Universal Pictures Jim Orr took pride in these Steven Spielberg films. “Universal is honored to have been a part of so many extraordinary, unforgettable Steven Spielberg films over the past 47 years, including Jaws in 1975, E.T. in 1982 and Jurassic Park in 1993”, he said. He further praised Spielberg by stating that he had the most “enduring impact on American cinema”. And to honor him and his works, he said, “We couldn’t think of a more perfect way to celebrate the anniversary of E.T. and the first Universal-Spielberg summer blockbuster, Jaws, than to allow audiences to experience these films in a way they’ve never been able to before.”
The President of IMAX Entertainment Megan Colligan said, “IMAX is thrilled to partner with Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment to offer audiences the opportunity to experience these two iconic films in IMAX for the very first time”. Moreover, she also extended praises for the esteemed filmmaker behind these films, saying that “Steven Spielberg redefined modern cinema and ushered in a new era of bold, swing-for-the-fences filmmaking”.
“Jaws” was first released in 1975, and it achieved record-breaking success by being nominated for Best Picture and winning three Academy Awards. On the other hand, “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” was first released in 1982 and had its own massive achievements of being a box office hit, winning four Academy Awards, and getting nine Oscar nominations. After nearly five decades and four decades, respectively, they are still well-praised and are now considered classics.
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