The international expansion of HDR by Barco into the UK gives more audiences the opportunity to experience the season’s biggest new releases in HDR by Barco. Based on the company’s unique Lightsteering technology, Barco’s approach to HDR works by strategically redistributing light on screen to produce highlights that are over 6x brighter than traditional projection, while retaining rich details in the darks for greater depth, clarity, and range. HDR by Barco delivers expansive creative possibilities for filmmakers, producing a wider colour gamut with high-contrast images that captivate audiences.
“It has been incredibly rewarding to witness the excitement surrounding HDR by Barco in the US, and we are excited to partner with Cineworld to introduce it to the UK. Leicester Square is one of London’s most iconic theaters, making it the perfect first international venue for HDR by Barco. We extend our gratitude to Paramount Pictures for their continued collaboration; GLADIATOR II is a sweeping epic that truly shines in Barco’s HDR on the big screen, developed in line with the new DCI HDR specifications, allowing us to bring the creative vision of filmmakers to life in the best possible light,” said Gerwin Damberg, Executive Vice President, Cinema for Barco.
From legendary director Ridley Scott, GLADIATOR II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.
GLADIATOR II opens in HDR by Barco on November 22, 2024 in the U.K. and the U.S.
HDR by Barco is currently available in select premium screens in the US and UK:
- Regal Dania Pointe (Miami-Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
- AMC Barrywoods 24 (Kansas City, MO)
- AMC Americana at Brand 18 (Los Angeles, CA)
- B&B Theatres Red Oak 12 (Dallas, TX)
- Regal Times Square (New York, NY)
- Cineworld London Leicester Square (London, UK) (opening November 22)
For more information on HDR by Barco, visit: https://hdrbybarco.com/