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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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The 5th Wave (PG-13)

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The 5th Wave (PG-13)

Sci-fi dystopian enthusiasts, this is for you. In this adaptation of the New York Times Bestseller, you will notice an active mix of dynamic range that tickles your surround system throughout the movie. The interesting bit is that, at each wave, a featured dynamic will command your soundscape. It lays itself as a bed for the next star ambient effect to layer on top, creating an almost tactile depth of sound. The cherry right on top is the overhead sound elements that pressurize and that ticks the experiential box as the intensity builds. Clean bass impacts from your subwoofer(s) command presence through resonating across your floor to further engage you in the on-screen visual.

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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Beetlejuice (PG)

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Beetlejuice (PG)

Make way for Beetlejuice’s whimsical, humorous, and theatrical Halloween entrance into your living room. An active mix of dynamic sound objects wakes the movies up to life through its now, wider soundstage. Layered in ambient effects when the couple discovers the oddity in their house exhibits perfect sound spatial-ness. Overhead sounds are accurately placed to elevate the whole experience for the perfect sound encapsulation.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐

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Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13)

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Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13)

Watch this if you do not believe that sound moves you. The First Aid concert before Freddie Mercury bids the entertainment world goodbye, shows extraordinary immersion that guarantees hair-standing on your arms. The way the crowd sings along in the background to every word in the lyrics showcases the depth of both the ambient layers as well as their love for Queen. Camera pans provide stunning directionality with the music traveling effortlessly through the drivers of your speakers. Passionately reproduced bass during hit tracks, “We Will Rock You”, “Radio Ga Ga”, and "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" will have you feel that you time-traveled to the live gig. The perfect homage to the legendary flamboyant rockstar that redefined everything you have come to love in music while showcasing surround immersion at one of its finest.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Blade Runner 2049 (R)

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Blade Runner 2049 (R)

One of those rare sequels that live up to its predecessor, Blade Runner 2049 pairs its visually impactful cyber-punk style with audio that is just as breathtaking. The movie entails endless subtle and overhead sounds (Think: Rain, overcrowded streets shuffling through, mechanical and electrical whirring sounds, plus more!) that will give your surround channels a full workout. At the same time, Its use of unobtrusive yet impactful bass notes gives some added "oomph" for a new full neo-noir experience that is guaranteed to immerse you into its realm.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Cloudy with A Chance of Meatballs (PG)

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Cloudy with A Chance of Meatballs (PG)

Bigger (and most probably better!) than the largest available size at McDonald’s, this movie serves up clever use of amazing colors to accentuate the ginormous descending food with a side of exquisite and precisely timed cinematic surround sounds. The sound presentation focuses on creating an ethereal atmosphere by building a wide soundstage. You will notice a delicious flow of surround sound energy that not outshine one another and pick up on a lot of delicate ambient effects such as light whirring of gadgets, squishies from jellos, rumbling, and of course, “oohs” and “ahhs” that keep this dinner party going. Bass in this, takes on the supporting role to actively bring out the life and give an added sound dimension to complete your audio dining experience at Swallow Town.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Cruella (PG-13)

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Cruella (PG-13)

Watch the sequence of events that turned a young, talented fashion designer into a notorious, dangerous criminal. Featuring Cruella's younger days before turning to the dark side, the movie plot is unique and potentially, one of Disney's best live-action film. The unpredictable story plot and rich display of on-screen colors keeps the movie interesting, all while well-balanced, life-like Dolby Atmos height and surround effects fill your room.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Deadpool (R)

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Deadpool (R)

Both a spectacle on-screen and in sound, this movie thrills if you are not into the typical superhero storyline but still want the epic display of explosions in your sound field. Focused on engaging the audience into the movie, you can expect crystal clear and natural dialogues to channel out from the front array. Explosive bass and gunfires are driven around your sound field to immerse fully into the sequence. Not forgetting the overhead channels, in-air motions are precisely placed and tracked, giving you a complete 360-degree surround experience that matches up to its appealing narration and jokes.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Enola Holmes (PG-13)

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Enola Holmes (PG-13)

Little known sister of the iconic Sherlock Holmes takes the spotlight and as expected, sound delivery is just as witty as she is! Dialogues are coherently heard throughout without being muddled in crowd heavy sequences. Ambient sounds add on a lucid texture that injects added dimension, resulting in a distinct clear separation in your soundstage. Train scenes displayed outstanding directionality and the resulted rumbles effectively translated to warm reverberation through the subwoofer(s).

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Ford v Ferrari (PG-13)

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Ford v Ferrari (PG-13)

This 2020 Academy Award recipient for Best Sound Editing, is sure to ignite your inner racer passion. The escalating rivalry between Ford and Ferrari is clearly depicted through the use of thumping bass background tracks that invades your sweet spot. Highly-tuned race cars zooming past your screen, mechanical failures, car crashes and even the directionality of dialogue and crowds cheering are accurately and realistically replicated in-sync with the visual that draws a super tight correlation to put you in the race. It is no wonder that this history retold story has also gained recognition for Outstanding Achievement in Sound Mixing from the Cinema Audio Society. This is one that will leave trails of electrifying sparks in your surround soundscape that might get you in the mood for a race or two.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Black Widow (PG-13)

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Black Widow (PG-13)

As Black Widow's imperfect past resurfaces to destroy her, she has no choice but to go back to where it all started, uniting with her family to survive and deal with her enemies. The movie delivers a healthy dose of epic weapon fights, explosions, and intense moves - keeping you at the edge of your seat as the plot thickens and surround effects swirl around your listening area in a precise manner that matches the visuals on screen.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Kate (R21)

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Kate (R21)

When an assassin is poisoned and told she has less than a day to live - expect her determination to kill those involved to reach savage levels. Every blow is fatal, with almost every gunshot fired from her resulting in gore and death - with the fatal ,thunderous impact of each bullet clearly articulated through our surround system.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Godzilla: King of the Monsters (PG-13)

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Godzilla: King of the Monsters (PG-13)

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One of the most epic fights in the movie, feel the heat and fury between Godzilla and King Ghidorah, in their fight for the only spot as King. Despite the inclement weather, your surround speakers still do their due diligence in creating the howling wind, overhead rain, and directions of reinforcement fighter jets right in your room. The bellows of rage that your center channel translates might startle you. Every fall and impact will surely be felt throughout the floor of your room and could likely, have your neighbors knock your door.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Gravity (Luxe Edition) (PG-13)

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Gravity (Luxe Edition) (PG-13)

If you think a movie set in Space will not feature impressive surround sound, think again. While Gravity will not aggressively assault your surround system, it will definitely taunt it through an extremely wide range of frequencies that are used to articulate the pressure in infinite space. The sound effects then balance that out with an impressive score of precisely placed, detail-rich sounds all around you to further heighten tension. Room-energizing explosions are also exemplary of how low-frequency tremors at high volumes should be portrayed. The deliberate lack of dialogues and emphasis on breathing patterns leave your mind to wander, sinking you deeper into the oblivion with Ryan. This truly crosses sound boundaries to create an immersive experience in the most unlikely place.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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Greyhound (PG-13)

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Greyhound (PG-13)

Here’s one for those that love war stories! Be transported right into the battle scene with Tom Hanks as your commander, with superb layered sound effects from bullets, explosions, war cries, and crashing waves. Every sequence is soundly coordinated within your surround channels to put you in the heat of the tension with every passing minute. Torpedoes will whiz dangerous close by you, and adding realism to this experience is every shout of life-saving that is coherently reproduced by your surround channels. A variety of bass effects from crashing waves and dramatic music drums will test your subwoofer(s) dynamic capability and heighten this war story.

IMMERSIVENESS RATING: ⭐ ⭐

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