Pink Floyd's 'Pompeii' Set for IMAX and Vinyl Release!

Experience the magic of Pink Floyd's iconic 'Pompeii' in IMAX and on vinyl, featuring stunning remastered audio and visuals.

A Timeless Concert Film Returns

Few concert films are as distinctive as Pink Floyd’s 1972 opus Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII. This remarkable film chronicles the group’s audience-free performance in October 1971, set against the breathtaking backdrop of ancient ruins in the Italian city of Pompeii.

On April 24, a digitally remastered version of the movie will be beamed into standard and IMAX theaters around the world. This new version features enhanced audio mixed by the talented Steven Wilson, making it a treat for both longtime fans and new listeners alike.

Vinyl Soundtrack and Release Dates

In an exciting twist, the accompanying soundtrack album will be released for the very first time on vinyl and in Dolby Atmos on May 2 via Legacy Recordings. For those eager to hear what’s in store, a clip of Pink Floyd performing “Echoes” is already available for your listening pleasure.

Film Restoration and Legacy

Originally directed by Adrian Maben, At Pompeii features stunning performances of tracks like “A Saucerful of Secrets,” “One of These Days,” and “Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun.” These recordings capture Pink Floyd at a pivotal moment, right before they achieved superstardom with The Dark Side of the Moon in 1973. The film also includes rare footage of the band recording that iconic material at London’s Abbey Road Studios.

Thanks to a dedicated team led by Pink Floyd’s director of restoration, Lana Topham, the film has been meticulously restored frame-by-frame from the original 35mm negative. This negative was recently rediscovered in film cans tucked away in the band’s archive.

“Since 1994, I have searched for the elusive film rushes of Pink Floyd at Pompeii, so the recent discovery of the 1972 original 35mm cut negative was a very special moment,” says Topham. “The newly restored version presents the first full 90-minute cut, combining the 60-minute source edit of the performance with the additional Abbey Road Studios documentary segments filmed shortly after.”

A Personal Connection

Steven Wilson shares his personal connection to the band: “Ever since my dad brainwashed me as a kid by playing The Dark Side of the Moon on repeat, Pink Floyd has been my favorite band. They are my ‘Beatles’ — deeply ingrained in my musical DNA. I first saw Pompeii from a grainy print at a local cinema. It made an incredible impression on me with its untethered and exploratory rock music made by four musicians that seemed to epitomize the notion of intellectual cool. It was an honor to remix the soundtrack to accompany Lana Topham’s incredible restoration of the film, which looks like it could’ve been filmed yesterday.”

Get Your Tickets!

Tickets for the upcoming screenings go on sale March 5, so mark your calendars and make sure to grab yours to witness this iconic film in IMAX!

Conclusion

This revival of Pink Floyd's *Pompeii* is not just a trip down memory lane; it’s an invitation to experience a cornerstone of rock history in a whole new way. How do you feel about the resurgence of classic films like this in modern formats?

FAQs:

• What date is Pink Floyd’s *Pompeii* being released in theaters?
  The film will be released on April 24.
• When can I buy tickets for the screenings?
  Tickets go on sale on March 5.
• Is there a vinyl version of the soundtrack?
  Yes, the soundtrack will be released on vinyl for the first time on May 2.
• Who mixed the enhanced audio for the film?
  The audio was mixed by Steven Wilson.
• What notable performances are featured in the film?
  Performances of “A Saucerful of Secrets,” “One of These Days,” and “Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun” are included in the film.

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