Action&Adventure

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The Gray Man (PG-13)

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The Gray Man (PG-13)

In this action-packed thriller, Ryan Gosling plays a CIA agent "Sierra Six" who finds himself with a bounty on his head after uncovering a damning corruption scandal. As Six becomes the target of an assassination attempt on board a plane, your surround speakers will be put through their paces. Relish in the realistic height and directional effects delivered through your surround speakers, with the plane taking a violent nosedive in midair before it bursts into flames. Punctuated by the flurry of knives and fists exchanging blows through your center channel, you'll find yourself transported straight into the heart of the action.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Gravity (PG-13)

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Gravity (PG-13)

This space epic starring Academy Award winners Sandra Bullock and George Clooney finds two astronauts struggling for their lives after their space shuttle is destroyed in orbit. The height and surround channels add vibrant directionality that will leave you on the edge of your seat, as space debris whizzes towards Dr Ryan Stone and sends her tumbling through space. Listen out for the ominous drag of debris against the space shuttle, making their weight felt through the rumbling bass from your subwoofers.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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Dune (PG-13)

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Dune (PG-13)

In this wildly acclaimed film adaptation of the book, the heir to the noble Atreides family finds himself embroiled in an interstellar war for the galaxy's most valuable asset. The ability of your surround speakers to reproduce height effects will be put to the test, as characters flee from huge sandworms that displace the desert in looming mountains of sand. Inevitably, the different factions find themselves facing off against each other in the final showdown. Every anti-airship cannon Atreides fires toward the Harkonnen airships will have your subwoofers shaking your room, while the center channel makes the efforts of ground forces known as they engage in a fierce clash of weapons.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (R)

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Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (R)

A big Hollywood star is recruited for an undercover mission to stop the sale of a deadly new weapons technology by arms broker Greg Simmonds. Look out for the scene where Simmonds, as part of negotiations, shows off the Maverick Missiles he controls. The center channel will bring out the unnerving nonchalance in his voice as he cues for the missiles to rain down. Your subwoofers will pound with every missile strike, as they destroy the satellites in the background.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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65 (PG-13)

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65 (PG-13)

When an astronaut's spaceship crashes on ancient Earth, he is left fighting for his life. Alongside a young girl, the sole other survivor, they fend off prehistoric creatures as they search for a way home in this dramatic movie from the writers of A Quiet Place. You'll be transported into the spaceship as it hurtles to the ground, with alarms blaring from the left and right surround channels. And as the protagonists flee an approaching T-Rex, your seat will shake from the pounding of your subwoofers, adding to the looming ominosity of the scene.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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One Piece Live Action (PG-13)

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One Piece Live Action (PG-13)

Join Monkey D. Luffy on an adventure riddled with trials and tribulations in this highly acclaimed TV adaptation of the popular manga. Luffy amasses a ragtag crew of pirates on his search for the One Piece, a treasure left buried by the greatest pirate of all time. Action-packed and light-hearted in equal measure, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat as Luffy's crew engages in naval combat with other ships. Prepare to hear the rumbling of cannonfire from your subwoofers, and the vicious clang of cutlasses ringing out from the surround channels around you.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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The Equalizer 2 (R)

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The Equalizer 2 (R)

The action-packed sequel to Equalizer (2014) features the return of Robert McCall, a retired CIA Black Ops operative-turned-Lyft driver who moonlights as a vigilante on the side. When his long-term friend is murdered, Robert embarks on a quest for vengeance that brings him around the world. Your surround channels will capture the crisp sound and positional accuracy of every gunshot as Robert's opponents try to snipe him from afar. As Robert engages in battle, your subwoofers will reverberate with the hurricane raging in the background, bringing you straight into the tension of the fight.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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Devotion (PG-13)

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Devotion (PG-13)

During the Korean War in 1950, two close friends are Naval aviation pilots stationed on an aircraft carrier. Their friendship is put to the test when one of them crash lands a faulty plane and the other has to mount a rescue mission. The sounds of overhead helicopters will test the upfiring speakers of your sound system. Listen to the change in sound directions during the test flight scene (06:30 - 08:30), your surround speakers will produce a distinct directional change as the aircraft takes off from the ground to the sky.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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Blackout (M-18)

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Blackout (M-18)

A man awakens in a hospital with no memory and soon finds himself on the run in a locked-down hospital, with the Cartel hot on his tail. He scrambles in the most vicious way to discover his true identity. Prepare to be wowed by the sound of the machinery, bullets, destroyed buildings, and explosions happening across all your surround channels throughout the movie. Also, the thunderous explosions (37:10-37:40) can very well be felt from your subwoofers. Get ready to feel the rumble in your living room and experience true surround sound via your home surround system.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐

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Extraction 2 (M-18)

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Extraction 2 (M-18)

Back from the brink of death, highly skilled commando Tyler Rake takes on another dangerous mission to save the imprisoned family of a ruthless gangster. Get ready to be immersed in every sound detail and movement in this thriller. In the train fight scene (42:40 to 47:10), listen out for loud, crisp gunshots and explosions from your left and right surround speakers. Also, pay attention to the directionality of the overhead effects from the helicopter. Pockets of explosions and heavy blows will reverberate through your chest by your subwoofers, adding weight to every scene.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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Black Mirror (R-21)

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Black Mirror (R-21)

Black Mirror is a popular TV series that delves into the dark side of humanity amid advancements in technology. In the "Crocodile" episode (Season 4, Episode 3 - 01:20-02:30), listen for a directional transition in sound when Rob gets into a car accident with the cyclist; you will hear loud thumps at the right, followed by a distant crash of the lifeless body at the left. To complete the surround sound experience, the up-firing speakers will add height effects to the point of impact between the cyclist and the car, giving you the impression that the cyclist's body is sent flying above the vehicle.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐

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Witcher (R-21)

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Witcher (R-21)

Geralt of Rivia is a witcher, a mutant with special abilities who hunts down and kills monsters for money. The Nilfgaard empire is attempting to enlarge its realm, causing unrest throughout the land. As Geralt fights his enemies, pay attention to how the sounds of sword clashes change from the left to the right channels. Also, the low grunts by the river monster (Season 1, Episode 1; 00:20-01:52) and powerful blows delivered to Geralt will fill your room with strong bass effects, putting your subwoofers to the ultimate test.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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All Quiet on the Western Front (M-18)

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All Quiet on the Western Front (M-18)

The story follows teenagers Paul Bäumer, Albert, and Müller, who voluntarily enlist in the German army, riding a wave of patriotic fervor that quickly wanes once they encounter the harsh realities of life on the front. Paul's preconceptions about the enemy and the right and wrong of the conflict rapidly crumble. However, as the clock ticks down to the armistice, Paul is forced to fight until the bitter end for no other reason than to fulfill the top brass's desire to end the war on a German offensive. If you have a subwoofer, get ready to be amazed by the earth-shattering explosions and pulse-pounding gunfights. When the helicopters fly past the characters, pay attention to the direction of the sound. If you own a home theater system, you can have the epic experience of a large aircraft flying over your head.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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The Adam Project (PG)

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The Adam Project (PG)

Adam Reed, a 12-year-old still grieving his father's sudden death the year before, walks into his garage one night to find a wounded pilot hiding. This mysterious pilot turns out to be the older version of himself from the future, where time travel is in its infancy. He has risked everything to come back in time on a secret mission. Together, they must embark on an adventure into the past to find their father, set things right, and save the world. Feel the room rumble from the gunfights and chase scenes, which will be intensified by your subwoofers. With surround speakers, you will feel like you are in the center of the action and accurately perceive the glass shattering, car engine accelerating, futuristic gunshots and many other fast-moving surround effects around you.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Spiderman: No Way Home (PG)

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Spiderman: No Way Home (PG)

With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, our friendly neighborhood web-slinger is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life as Peter Parker from the high stakes of being a superhero. When Peter asks for help from Doctor Strange, the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man. With the rushing winds and in-air flying actions, you will feel like you are gliding through the air like Peter. Bass rumbles from the fights will also send tremors into your living room to complete the surround sound experience.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Athena (M-18)

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Athena (M-18)

The tragic killing of a young boy ignites civil unrest in Athena, with the older brothers at the heart of the conflict. The problem is complicated by the siblings' discovery of their family's secrets. Be ready to hear the floor rumble as the smoke bombs and grenades go off. The fighting scenes would showcase the impressive directional surround sound of your system if you have physical surround speakers. Be prepared to feel the intense gunfire and physical blows that were exchanged during the civil unrest with the help of your subwoofer.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Bullet Train (M-18)

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Bullet Train (M-18)

This movie does not waste any time in getting the heart racing. Ladybird, an unfortunate assassin, is trapped in the world's fastest train with four others who are tasked to kill each other. His mission puts him in direct contact with potentially fatal hazards and adversities. Your living room will shake with the sound of screeching rails and the assassins' heavy blows, giving you a heart-pounding experience if you have powerful subwoofers. The ricocheting gunfire will paralyze you with fear as if you were actually there. Join Ladybird in his comical yet intense adventure in the bullet train.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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No Time to Die (PG-13)

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No Time to Die (PG-13)

Most Bond films open with a big set-piece, but No Time to Die constrastingly starts off in a more subdued tone, taking time to ramp up to the action which is plentiful as the movie progresses. Hans Zimmer composed a beautiful score to this Dolby Atmos film, enhancing the mood of quieter moments to the most intense brawls. Immerse yourself in the storyline, as you hear well-balanced dialog with great clarity from your soundbar’s center channel throughout the film. As what many would call "the most immersive movie scene of 2021", your surround speakers and subwoofer(s) will be put to the test. Hear and feel the deadly velocity of the bullets as they whizz by your head during the Chase Through Matera. The sounds of the car engine and subsequent explosions in the scene are accentuated, reverberating through your room with deep bass rumble coming from your subwoofer(s). The impressive sound effects and music do an amazing job of supporting the film's adrenaline-filled scenes that will be sure to leave you in the middle of the action. Available On Demand

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐⭐

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47 Ronin (PG-13)

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47 Ronin (PG-13)

Inspired by Japanese folklore, this diamond in the dark definitely deserves a place on your Blu-ray mantle. Embracing true Japanese spirit, it showcases a variety of tactfully programmed surround sound effects that will give your surround speakers a run for their money. Every mystical transformation provides excellent directionality that lingers long enough for you to discern the discrete separation of each channel. Background dialogues in crowd heavy scenes are realistically rendered while the thunderous thumps from the beasts flood the floor of your soundstage with warm resounding bass.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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2012 (PG-13)

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2012 (PG-13)

With an apocalypse-based storyline, fans of big-screen spectacle, this is definitely your cup of tea (or bucket of popcorn). Courtesy from your surround speakers and subwoofer(s), every disaster you can possibly imagine is accurately brought into your living room. Word-perfect dialogues flow through your center channels with no signs of strain amidst the demolition-heavy ambient sounds. Collapsing building, sinking roads and explosions give your subwoofer(s) a run for their money in rendering every realistic bass treble. With so much bang going on, the convincing visual effects remain strictly in synchronization with the sounds, creating a lifelike experience of what an actual apocalypse could possibly feel like.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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