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Rebel Moon (PG-13)

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Rebel Moon (PG-13)

From the director of 300 and Man of Steel, Rebel Moon brings together fantasy and sci-fi to deliver an action-packed film. A mysterious girl, Kora, becomes the only hope for survival for the peaceful community of farmers she has settled down in. Desperate to protect them, she travels to different worlds to amass fighters to help with the defense effort. When Kora arrives to save a hostage, your surround channels will capture the shrill sound of bullets shooting through the air as she engages her opponents. Later in the movie, your subwoofers will add dramatic punch to every hit that Kora lands on the main villain during their final fight.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

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Barbie (PG-13)

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Barbie (PG-13)

This fantasy-comedy movie named after the iconic Mattel dolls took the world by storm for good reason. It turns the world as we know it on its head while exploring deeper societal issues in a light-hearted manner. Be amused by the surreality of every doll being named Barbie or Ken. Their names will resound all around you through the surround channels, while your center channel jazzes it up as the dolls head out onto the dancefloor. Then, get caught up in an exciting car chase: Your subwoofers will add to the thrill with pounding bass, as the characters floor the pedal.

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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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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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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CODA (PG-13)

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CODA (PG-13)

This is a charming and heartwarming family film about young teenager Ruby, a CODA(Child of deaf adults), pursuing her singing dreams. Coda uses subtlety and contrast to create an immersive sound atmosphere and an engaging story that is best experienced with a surround system. As they communicate through sign language, the small vocalizations and sounds from the performers are captured through tweeters and drivers, providing conversation texture and intimacy. A home theater setup does this film's excellent sound design justice by showcasing the amount of detail in the mix. Get precise audio separation and detail out of the environmental soundstage with dedicated surround speakers. With a powerful center channel and subwoofer(s), experience the airy highs, haunting musical tracks, elaborate vocals, and warm and smooth bass all at once when you hear Ruby perform on stage for her family. This is a film with an amazing story, amazing visuals, and even better sound design.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Turning Red (PG)

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Turning Red (PG)

A cultural and thoughtful movie about coming of age and growing up - Mei Lee, a young girl from Toronto, struggles with balancing her dual identity and sharing her secret with her friends and family. Between struggling with her mother’s traditional strict style of parenting and her desire to fit in at school, Mei’s life takes a sudden change when she somehow receives the ability to turn into a huge red panda. There is a lot of vibrancy and life to the film, from the animation to the whimsical flowing nature of the soundtrack and the music. The audio mix, although somewhat subdued and laid back, is extremely captivating and well tuned. A home theater surround system will do an amazing job in recreating an immersive soundstage, bringing to life the magical experience of traditional asian dances and rituals along with a concert scene. The low end is also tuned extremely tastefully, and you will be able to not just hear but FEEL the deep warmth of the bass in action moments and appropriate musical sequences. Available on Disney+

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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Godzilla Vs Kong (PG-13)

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Godzilla Vs Kong (PG-13)

The latest film in the monsterverse franchise. Godzilla vs Kong is the fourth installment in the Godzilla Series reboot. What happens when the two of the biggest and strongest Titans duke it out in a battle for the ages? Watch this movie to find out how "One will fall". With a dedicated surround system, your living room will be thrown into the center of the battlefield between these two giants. Widely regarded as one of the most thrilling Atmos mixes to date, the massive intensity of every step and impact made by these titans make their presence felt through your subwoofer(s). Height and rear effects are well utilized, as the explosions and sounds of the battle between the two reverberate and fill your room during action sequences. The intensity of the action is apparent from the opening scene, with plenty of deep, rumbling bass from explosions and gunshots. Hear the terrified voices of humans caught in the destruction through the system’s center channel as they try to contain Godzilla’s rampage. Trust me when I say if you are looking for bass, this is a movie where you will definitely find it! Available on HBO Max

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Encanto (PG)

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Encanto (PG)

Meet the Madrigals, an extraordinary family that lives in a vibrant town set in the mountains of Colombia inside a magical charmed house. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to communicate with animals —every child except one, Mirabel. Get pulled into this heartwarming story as you watch Mirabel overcome many unexpected challenges to save the fading magic despite being the only ordinary Madrigal without powers. The vibrant colors and catchy tunes flowing through your center channels constrastlingly coupled with ominous rumbling by your bass drivers deliver an engaging, must-watch movie for the family.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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King Richard (PG-13)

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King Richard (PG-13)

Based on the true story of King Richard, follow the journey of an undeterred father as he beat all odds and raise two of the most extraordinarily gifted athletes of all time: Venus and Serena Williams. Hear the weight of the deep conversations delivered in clarity through the center channels. Soak in the stimulating competitive atmosphere as you hear the roaring crowd and satisfying thungs of every serves and whacks when the tennis racket meet the ball through your surround system.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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The Matrix Resurrections (R)

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The Matrix Resurrections (R)

In the fourth installment of the renowned sci-fi saga, Keanu Reeves reprises the dual roles of Thomas Anderson/Neo and is plagued by disturbing dreams of his past. He meets a younger version of former mentor Morpheus and returns back into the Matrix to join a group of rebels to fight a new enemy of unknowable power. Neo showcases his unforgotten kungfu skills and powers in a series of action-packed scenes permeated with streaking bullets and explosions; the perfect opportunity to showcase the prowess of your surround speakers and subwoofer(s).

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Angel Has Fallen (R)

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Angel Has Fallen (R)

Without a doubt, this movie is one of the most reliable when it comes to realizing the potential of your surround system. It utilizes a very neat and tidy storyline to spring up surreal sound effects that engulf you into the plot. Other than thoughtfully placed atmospheric sounds, this movie surprises with numerous discrete channel audio that rotates your soundstage to put you right in the action especially during the drone attack at the lake. With at least 2 subwoofer(s), you will notice that every heart-pounding explosion pressurizes your room to release wall-shaking rumbles. Dialogues are bright and Morgan Freeman never sounded better.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Annihilation (R)

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Annihilation (R)

With its well-orchestrated sound effects, this sci-fi horror film could literally take your breath away. By placing a huge emphasis on ambient sound effects, you will arrive at The Shimmer in no time. Intricate layers of very discrete surround sound provide not only directionality and depth but also builds a mood that creates a lasting impression, taking you further into the character’s position. During action-driven scenes, bullets will puncture through your surround sound bubble, drawing a very distinct contrast that will shock you.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Avengers: End Game (PG-13)

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Avengers: End Game (PG-13)

This tribute piece to Marvel's 10th year in the cinematic universe – (and also, the fastest and highest gross blockbuster to date!) is nothing short of good surround sounds. You will be fully transported to the center of every action. Very delicate yet noticeable ambient sounds, even in non-action driven sequence immerses you further into the movie. While your subwoofer(s) will surely perform at its peak and possibly, rattle your walls and couch with every earth-shattering explosion, we encourage you to also listen out for the sound of falling debris that emanates through your surround speakers. The enchanting and electrifying superpower sound effects reproduced across all directions will swaddle you into the heat of the battle. Sound effects are so realistic that you could possibly have a taste of how it is like to be Iron Man in his suit whenever he communicates with Friday. Unique to this installment is also how the emotional aspect is communicated with sounds – with soft grunts, heaves, sighs and even dragging footsteps that reinforces the humanity of even the worst monster.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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