Pink Floyd's seminal 1972 film "At Pompeii – MCMLXXII," directed by Adrian Maben, was reintroduced to cinemas and IMAX screens worldwide on April 25, followed by a 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray release scheduled for February 27. The film captures a unique live performance set in the ruins of the ancient Roman amphitheatre in Pompeii, Italy, where the band played without an audience in October 1971, before the release of their landmark album The Dark Side Of The Moon.
This restored edition was meticulously revived from the original 35mm negative found in Pink Floyd’s archives. Lana Topham, who led the restoration project, ensured that the film’s original beauty was preserved by using advanced 4K scanning and minimal alterations to color and grain. The release also includes rare footage of the band working at Abbey Road Studios during the early sessions of The Dark Side Of The Moon.
Accompanying the visual restoration, the concert’s audio was remixed by Steven Wilson in 5.1 surround sound and Dolby Atmos formats, aiming to remain true to the authentic sound of Pink Floyd's 1971 performances. Wilson described the project as an honor, influenced by his lifelong appreciation of the band’s music.
Alongside the film, a comprehensive album release titled "Pink Floyd At Pompeii – MCMLXXII" presents the full concert as a live record for the first time. The album includes a mix of iconic tracks from the performance and additional alternate takes, available across multiple physical and digital formats.