IMAX Cinema Milton Keynes

Glacius · 11 Dec 2015 at 14:32

Hey All,

Just wondering if anyone has been to the new Milton Keynes Odeon IMAX Cinema as of yet? I have booked tickets to go see new Star Wars on 26th Dec, and thought as I rarely go why not book the 3D IMAX version and also upgraded to the gallery option.

Just wondered if anyone has experience the IMAX there and or the gallery option and what it was like?

Also is the screen size there 10.32 metres high by 18.5 meters wide, is this a normal size screen or a huge screen just for IMAX?

Cheers in advance.

G

monkeyspank · 11 Dec 2015 at 15:20

yes, its good. get the gallery option.. awesome seats, unlimited soft drinks, "free" nachos, popcorn, nice private lounge... well worth it

Glacius · 11 Dec 2015 at 15:54

Thanks for moving this thread my bad, and do hope it's good as for 5 people it hurt my pocket lol

tom_e · 11 Dec 2015 at 15:58

I've just looked at the price :eek:

That's an expensive couple of hours for 5 people!

Glacius · 11 Dec 2015 at 21:39

Its a Christmas Present so don't feel to bad lol

Seanspeed · 12 Dec 2015 at 15:01

Glacius said:
Also is the screen size there 10.32 metres high by 18.5 meters wide, is this a normal size screen or a huge screen just for IMAX?

It's not an abnormal size screen, no. There are IMAX screens much larger.

Thing is though, a lot of the screens that are bigger aren't necessarily fully used. Like the BFI in London - biggest in the UK(26x20m), but it's 4:3 aspect ratio, meaning that huge portions of it will go unused in a 21:9 or even 16:9 film. It's really only films that are shot with 70mm(partially or fully) that make best use of it, and that's kind of gone out of fashion. Which I dont mind, because many films would only have select scenes in 70mm meaning the aspect ratio of the movie would change mid-field, which I find jarring.

Anyways, have fun! I'll be seeing it IMAX 3D in Leicester Square, which technically has a smaller screen than the BFI, but with 16:9 or 21:9 films, it's actually a slightly larger image. None of the fancy luxury treatment you'll be getting, though.

Glacius · 13 Dec 2015 at 03:04

Cheers for the reply Sean, sure either way we are both going to enjoy the film fingers crossed, looking forward to seeing this more than Xmas itself lol

monkeyspank · 13 Dec 2015 at 09:53

tom_e said:
I've just looked at the price That's an expensive couple of hours for 5 people!

Bear in mind that it includes drinks and food which can be extortionate over the counter. It's good value IMO

Spanker · 13 Dec 2015 at 10:48

Hi guys, I have booked for Star Wars at MK IMAX and never been before and was wondering what the parking situation is as I would like to hang around for something to eat ?

snips86x · 13 Dec 2015 at 10:49

monkeyspank said:
Bear in mind that it includes drinks and food which can be extortionate over the counter. It's good value IMO

Yup, take a bad with you and stock pile the drinks

leemk · 13 Dec 2015 at 16:25

Spanker said:
Hi guys, I have booked for Star Wars at MK IMAX and never been before and was wondering what the parking situation is as I would like to hang around for something to eat ?

Plenty of free parking as long as MK Dons are not playing at home, the Christmas shoppers will probably be out in force as well.
Dont park in Asda's car park though , they are pretty hot on max 2 hours stay.

Spanker · 13 Dec 2015 at 16:46

Cheers Lee.

Glacius · 13 Dec 2015 at 23:47

Cheers for that as well handy to know that

BeanBandit · 17 Dec 2015 at 08:41

Glacius said:
Hey All,

Just wondering if anyone has been to the new Milton Keynes Odeon IMAX Cinema as of yet? I have booked tickets to go see new Star Wars on 26th Dec, and thought as I rarely go why not book the 3D IMAX version and also upgraded to the gallery option.

Just wondered if anyone has experience the IMAX there and or the gallery option and what it was like?

Also is the screen size there 10.32 metres high by 18.5 meters wide, is this a normal size screen or a huge screen just for IMAX?

Cheers in advance.

G

Just come back from my first experience of the IMAX Gallery at MK Stadium. Overall i was impressed. Nachos were tasty, you have to ask for them, popcorn is already bagged up, just help yourself. Same with the soft drinks. they also had chocolates at the bar as well. probably just for Christmas.

Not been to an IMAX before, but the screen is huge in comparison to anything i've seen in recent years. Sound was very good.

n111ck · 17 Dec 2015 at 09:28

How much of the film is full frame Imax and how was the 3d?

Do you have to buy the glasses or are they provided?

Glacius · 17 Dec 2015 at 09:37

Thanks for the reply beanBandit

Just want I was looking for.

As mentioned above I assume glasses etc are provided? best be for price lol and looking forward to the unlimited popcorn

Are there any places next to the cinema to have a meal after?

bluebeatle · 17 Dec 2015 at 09:51

Glasses are provided for IMAX. Have been a few times to the gallery.

There are plenty of places to eat directly attached to the Cinema complex.

Chimi Changa, Nandos, Frankie and Bennies, Prezzo, Pizza express etc

Steeps · 17 Dec 2015 at 10:03

For IMAX glasses are usually provided then you hand them back at the end, at least that's how it works at Cineworld IMAX.

The Cinema is in a complex with quite a few chain restaurants (usual mexican/italian/american/chicken etc included) and fast food a little further away if required... but is that needed with unlimited popcorn?

£25/head is not a bad deal if you're planning to eat/drink large portions. A ticket can set you back £17 and a large meal deal £6 so you're almost getting the better seating for free.

If you're sure you want to eat out after it might be worth trying to book a table for after the film as it can get busy. If not then there's usually another cluster of chain restaurants a few minutes away.

BeanBandit · 17 Dec 2015 at 10:18

n111ck said:
How much of the film is full frame Imax and how was the 3d?

Do you have to buy the glasses or are they provided?

No idea on how much was full frame, it was my first IMAX film. I enjoyed some of the 3D effects, still quite new to watching films in 3D. But one scene truly impressed me.

Steeps said:
For IMAX glasses are usually provided then you hand them back at the end, at least that's how it works at Cineworld IMAX.

The glasses are handed out as you enter the Gallery lounge area. There was nothing said about handing the glasses back at the end of the film. If you are new to the gallery, they will explain everything as you enter.

Steeps said:
£25/head is not a bad deal if you're planning to eat/drink large portions. A ticket can set you back £17 and a large meal deal £6 so you're almost getting the better seating for free.

I didn't think the pricing was too bad. By the time you factor in the ticket price and food/drink its good value for money. I think i will be going to more Gallery showing after today

Glacius · 17 Dec 2015 at 10:21

Cheers for all the info

Im more looking forward to going to see this film and the Imax/Gallery side of things than Xmas itself lol