Rating: PG-13

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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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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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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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All The Light We Cannot See (TV-MA)

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All The Light We Cannot See (TV-MA)

This 4-part Netflix adaptation of the Pulitzer-winning book follows blind French teenager Marie-Laure and German soldier Werne. The overhead effects as warplanes soar over occupied France bring you straight into the scene, set in the final days of World War 2. As the radio that connects Marie-Laure and Werne from opposite sides of the war plays on in the background, every surround channel adds directionality and positional accuracy to the scene. And as they flee from the heat of the conflict, your subwoofers and surround channels add dramatic impact to the devastation, as gunshots and explosions ring out around them.

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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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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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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Moon Night (TV-14)

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Moon Night (TV-14)

EPISODE 1

This Disney+ Mini TV Series follows Steven Grant and Mark Spector, two alters of a man struggling with disassociative identity disorder as they are trust into a mystery involving ancient egyptian demigods. As Steven falls asleep one night, he wakes up in the Alps where he witnesses a cult meeting. Unbeknownst to him, he has in his possession a mysterious item that they are looking for. Catch the impressive sound direction in the following scenes; there is an explosive energy to the car chase escape scene that will push your subwoofers and surround speakers to the limit, immersing you in a 360° surround bubble. Hear the voices in Grant's head all around you as you are introduced to his alter ego Mark who has a completely opposite personality. The most notable example of amazing sound composition comes at the end of the episode when the Moon Knight makes his introduction. Moon Knight is a show you will not want to miss if you are looking for something to watch with excellent surround sound.
IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Stranger Things (TV-14)

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Stranger Things (TV-14)

SEASON 4 EPISODE 1 (00:00 - 09:40)

The 4th Season of this critically acclaimed Netflix original series once again shows us how much attention to detail is placed into the audio mastering for the show's opening scenes. Feel the spaciousness of the soundstage with your surround system as you are taken across the neighborhood on a bike ride for newspaper delivery. The amount of detail that can be heard from surround speakers is astonishing; from the the intricacies of the bike pedaling and the wheel hitting the road, to the drop of the newspapers on the doorstep of homes, to the dogs barking in the background. The deep rumble of the subwoofer will shake your living room as you are taken back in time to a secret factory where a horrible and deadly experiment has gone wrong. Experience a disturbing sense of immersion as you see and hear the dreadful and tragic events that took place over 50 years ago. The combination of gorgeous visual direction and hyperdetailed, immersive sound mixing is hard to beat when experienced with a dedicated surround system that can handle the deep lows, the excellent mids, and the airy and haunting highs. Note: This scene is not for the faint-hearted due to blood, gore and graphic/disturbing imagery.

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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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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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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Doctor Who (PG-13)

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Doctor Who (PG-13)

Featuring many strange yet interesting journeys in every episode, Doctor Who showcases a wide range of sci-fi sound effects & music that never feels out of place. Doctor Who's music evokes a place filled with strange and terrible machinery - with musical stings that punctuate the action on screen. From Exploring the distant planets & time eddies to hear the growling, hissing sounds of clanking monsters, You will never really know what’s coming next!

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐

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Interstellar (PG-13)

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Interstellar (PG-13)

"Interstellar" is a controversial pick - space movies are often mixed to emphasize music and out-of-this-world sound effects. But here, the opening silently leads into sounds of wind and thunder, creating a dreamy and relaxing atmosphere, yet with an ominous presence hinting at what was to come. With the soundtrack leading your emotions, atmosphere and prescience, all while creating space-inspired imagery in your mind, one will definitely rise into a whirlwind of emotion through the sound of haunting violins. All that, and the movie was just getting started. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the incredible audio scores!

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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XMEN: First class (PG-13)

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XMEN: First class (PG-13)

This movie is the latest installment of the blockbuster cult series, holding a wide front soundstage with aggressive surround channels and exciting effects, bringing a hugely enjoyable sound design that compliments all the action and delivers a dynamic and visceral audio experience. Clear dialogue takes priority within the mix, and the memorable score is used to emphasize scenes and drive the narrative forward making the movie soundtrack excellent!

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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