Christie powers cinema innovation at AIMC 2026

GOLD COAST, Australia – Christie^® is proud to serve as the exclusive projection partner of the 2026 Australian International Movie Convention (AIMC) powered by Vista Group, taking place at The Star Gold Coast from October 26-29. Hosted by the Cinema Association Australasia (CAA), the convention brings together cinema industry stakeholders from across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond for four days of screenings, presentations, networking, and industry discussions.

As a longstanding supporter of Australia’s cinema industry, Christie continues its partnership with AIMC by delivering leading-edge cinema technologies and sharing insights on the trends and innovations shaping the future of movie presentation. The convention provides a valuable opportunity for industry leaders to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships, and celebrate the enduring appeal of the cinema experience. 

“AIMC continues to be an important gathering point for the cinema industry across Australasia,” said Dr. Don Shaw, executive director of Cinema Sales, Australia and New Zealand, Christie. “It’s an opportunity to reconnect with customers, partners, and industry colleagues, share perspectives, and celebrate the experiences that make cinema so special. Christie has been proud to support this community for many years, and we remain committed to helping exhibitors deliver memorable moviegoing experiences while embracing new technologies that strengthen the future of cinema.”

Creating an immersive cinema experience

The HOYTS Theatre at The Star Gold Coast will once again serve as the centerpiece of AIMC’s screening program, featuring a custom multi-screen environment designed to highlight the latest advancements in cinema presentation. Developed in collaboration with HOYTS Cinema Technology Group (CTG), Original Syndicate, Dreamweavers, and The Star team, the installation is engineered to support the convention’s diverse lineup of screenings and presentations.

Powering the experience are Christie CineLife+™ Series RGB pure laser projectors, including two CP4435-RGB projectors on the 12-meter-wide center screen and two CP4425-RGB projectors on the 6.4-meter-wide side screens. Featuring CineLife+ electronics and RealLaser™ illumination, these DCI-compliant systems deliver bright, detailed imagery and accurate color reproduction.

Unlocking enhanced performance with VDR

Christie will present a session on its Variable Dynamic Range (VDR) technology on Tuesday, October 27, at 1:30 p.m. in the HOYTS Theatre. Presented by Dr. Don Shaw, the session will explore how VDR enhances image performance while improving projector efficiency and longevity for Christie CineLife+ cinema projectors equipped with RealLaser illumination.

Delegates will also experience a live VDR demonstration during the session, providing a firsthand look at how this patented technology helps exhibitors unlock greater performance from their existing CineLife+ Series RGB pure laser projection systems.

Showcasing the new CP4420m-RGBH

Additionally, Christie will showcase its new CP4420m-RGBH cinema projector featuring innovative hybrid RGBH illumination technology in Broadbeach meeting suites 1 and 2 throughout AIMC.

Making its AIMC debut following its launch in late 2025, the CP4420m-RGBH combines Christie's latest 0.98-inch 4K SST DMD with Phazer™ illumination technology to deliver bright, bold visuals for small-to-medium-sized screens. Delegates will have the opportunity to experience the benefits of RGBH illumination firsthand and see how it expands the possibilities for cinema exhibition.