# Christopher Nolan dedicates new film 'The Odyssey' to late IMAX pioneer David Keighley

Director Christopher Nolan has dedicated his upcoming film "The Odyssey" to the memory of David Keighley, a pioneering figure in IMAX technology who passed away earlier this year. The tribute acknowledges Keighley's crucial role in advancing large-format cinema and his long collaboration with Nolan. This recognition underscores the lasting impact of Keighley's work on modern filmmaking.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/christopher-nolan-dedicates-the-odyssey-imax-david-keighley-1236806513/) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:14:02 +0000
- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/jul/16/the-odyssey-sahrawi-people-christopher-nolan-western-sahara) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:48:59 GMT