Rating: NC16

A Small Light (NC-16)

A Small Light (NC-16)

This TV series focuses on Miep Gies, who risked her life sheltering Anne Frank's family during World War II. The center channel picks up the desperate, hushed dialogues with clarity, adding to the feeling of dread that builds up with each episode. Listen out for the directionality and overhead effects from your upfiring speakers as airplanes fly by, a reminder of the war that the show is backdropped against.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐⭐

14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible (TV-MA)

14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible (TV-MA)

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.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

The Silent Sea (TV-MA)

The Silent Sea (TV-MA)

Netflix ends the year with a bang by releasing another sci-fi Korean blockbuster series. The story is set in the future, where Earth has become near inhabitable with scarce water left for consumption. The only solution is to retrieve a mysterious sample from an abandoned research station located on the moon. Join the space explorers as they risk their lives to carry out this perilous 24-hour mission for humanity's survival and make shocking discoveries. The unnerving atmospheric stillness of the vast space is juxtaposed against the multiple thrilling scenes and ominous music. Every speaker channel will be put to work to deliver the well-orchestrated audio effects that will keep you glued to your screen.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐