This 101-minute long documentary traces the enthralling and seemingly impossible mission of fearless Nepali mountaineer Nimsdai Purja to summit all 14 of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks in just seven months. Be truly inspired by this story of humanity, endurance and determination as you watch Nims and his team of Nepalese climbers repeatedly push physical and mental boundaries in their ascends. The chilling ambient sounds of howling winds and crumbling snow accompanied with a breathtaking orchestral score will transport you to the snow capped mountains and immerse you in this epic quest.
Formula 1: Drive to Survive (TV-MA)
SEASON 2 EPISODE 1 (25:25 - 29:49), EPISODE 10 (09:30 - 18:47)
The sound of Formula 1 is one of our favorites not only because it sounds absolutely electrifying, but also because it includes a very large range of frequencies that can put a sound system’s sonic capabilities to the test. Hear the deep rumbles of the world’s most powerful car engines as they accelerate as well as their sharp, high-pitch screams as they approach full speed. Even better is that everything is in surround sound, so you will feel the supercars whizzing past your ears and the excitement of the spectators around you. The dialog from the radio communication between the drivers and pit crew is also crystal-clear. Overall, this Netflix original will keep your adrenaline pumped. Goosebumps included.
IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐
Night on Earth (TV-PG)
EPISODE: MOONLIT PLAINS (28:45 - 33:39)
The cover of darkness works like a double-edged sword. In this pilot episode – Moonlit Plains, watch how a lioness takes advantage of her prey’s poor vision in the cover of darkness, before being ambushed by a clan of hungry hyenas. In the background, you will hear all the subtle details of a night in the African Savanna, overflowing with the chirps of crickets and animal movements, while in the thick of things, you will feel the intensity driven by deep, loud animal grunts and growls that will put your center channel and subwoofers to the test. Followed by high-pitched hyena laughter from all directions for a thrilling surround sound experience.