First IMAX cinemas in the north: Helios brings Avatar cinema experience to Gdynia!

First IMAX cinemas in the north: Helios brings Avatar cinema experience to Gdynia!

Helios, an established cinema chain, today announced a strategic partnership with IMAX, which is of great importance for cinema lovers in Poland. This means that Cinema City's previous exclusivity to IMAX technology no longer exists. The first step in this new era will be the opening of IMAX® EXPERIENCE cinemas in the cities of Gdynia and Szczecin. Both locations will be the first IMAX theaters in northern Poland and are scheduled to debut in December 2025 with the long-awaited film “Avatar: Ogień i popiół,” specifically remastered for the IMAX DMR® format.

The IMAX halls will be equipped with the advanced IMAX with Laser technology, known in the industry for its outstanding picture and sound quality. This technology features a 4K laser system and IMAX Precision Sound that ensures clear, precise sound. According to naekranie.pl, the system will ensure clear laser projection with higher resolution and a wider color palette, as well as consistent and immersive sound throughout the cinema hall.

New standards in cinema fun

Helios S.A. CEO Tomasz Jagiełło highlights the importance of this partnership as it not only strengthens Helios' premium offering, but also sets a new standard for cinema projections in Poland. “Complete immersion of images and sounds is promoted by specially designed cinema spaces that ensure maximum visibility and synchronous playback,” emphasizes Jagiełło. The decision to choose Gdynia and Szczecin as the first locations reflects the commitment to investing in dynamic and growing cities, according to propertynews.pl.

Thanks to the new IMAX technology, viewers will be able to enjoy an unprecedented audiovisual experience. The benefits of the system include not only crystal clear picture quality, but also an immersive sound experience that allows audiences to immerse themselves in the stories being told. IMAX with Laser combines the latest digital technologies to guarantee contrast and color richness that will revolutionize the cinema experience.

Overall, Helios' new IMAX halls in Gdynia and Szczecin will be crucial for the development of cinema in Poland. Viewers can look forward to an exciting time, especially with the upcoming premiere of “Avatar: Ogień i popiół”, a film re-edited for the IMAX DMR® format. Cinemagoers will have the opportunity to experience films as they were intended: big, clear and with outstanding sound.