

(3) The final release form was a CinemaScope compatible 2.35:1 a/r version made from the same 24fps negative used in the Cinestage release. You will see that this was a very expensive film for exhibitors to run, even though it was quite similar to CinemaScope. It is this special 35mm version of the film that is covered by the specifications contained in this document. (So we find it logical that a similar scheme was used in the 70mm version). The four track magnetic stereophonic sound system was identical to CinemaScope except that the fourth track included Perspecta control tones to steer auditorium sounds. This yielded approximately a 2:1 a/r, much closer to TODD-AO than CinemaScope's 2.55:1. The film used a lower compression ratio in the 35mm anamorphic format than CinemaScope, 1.567X versus 2X. It was the intention of The Michael Todd Corporation that the Cinestage version of their film would look and sound as much like the 70mm TODD-AO version as possible. This format was referred to as "Cinestage", and the prints were produced optically by Technicolor to a special 35mm anamorphic format from the 24fps version of the negative. (2) Following the initial TODD-AO run, another release format was made, with advanced ticket prices.

We do not have any proof of this at the museum at present but evidence pointing in that direction will be seen in this section. Additionally, it is highly likely that cueing tones were recorded in the sixth, (surround), track to steer auditorium effects. The sound system was six track magnetic, which became the standard for that film gauge. The release prints were 70mm contact prints from the 30fps negative. (1) The initial release was the TODD-AO reserved seat roadshow version. Thanks to Jeff for his contribution of this rare piece of technical data.Įntrepreneur Michael Todd's production of Around The World In Eighty Days was released in three distinct stages, each differing substantially in their technical requirements. Provided through the courtesy of Jeff Joseph, Sabucat Productions. Three sold-out performances of a staged reading of a new play which gave voice to a local story about a life-saving Australian first operation in 1949.Cinestage Technical Specs Cinestage Theatre Specifications

Facey’s A Fortunate Life, our CineStage productions combine the immediacy of theatre with the visual impact of cinema in a truly immersive experience. We seek out the best contemporary writing in Australia and on our international stages – award-winning contemporary plays with themes that resonate with today’s audiences, such as mental health, environmental, legacy and intergenerational relationships.Ĭreated in 2019 with A.B.
