If you love surround sound, you probably already know the power of Dolby Atmos. When a movie uses this technology, sound designers can place ambient sounds in different speaker locations, truly immersing you in the movie. If you've just set up a surround sound system, give it a try with one of these great Dolby Atmos-compatible movies below.
Top 10 Dolby Atmos Movies | These Movies Will Put Your Speakers to Work!
For one of the best post-apocalyptic films to date, check out Fury Road. Set in a wasteland where water is scarce and tensions are running high, the film is highly stylized and visually stunning, and the surround sound incorporated into the film really puts you right in the middle of the gritty vehicle Road Wars. With plenty of deep, rich engine noises, explosions, and an intense soundtrack, Mad Max: Fury Road is sure to take you and your speakers for a ride.
Directed by Edgar Wright, who also made Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and Hot Fuzz, Baby Driver is a unique film where sound is the main subject. The film revolves around a getaway driver who loves music, which gives the filmmakers plenty of opportunity to play with sound. It’s a big part of the plot itself, and the experience is even better when you can hear it in Dolby Atmos.
Already a visually stunning piece, Dolby Atmos technology takes this film to the next level by transporting you into this lush, futuristic world. You’ll hear every sound in the environment, from the seemingly constant rain to the high-tech machinery and the hustle and bustle of the city. Combined with Hans Zimmer’s reverberating, rich soundtrack, you’ll have an experience you won’t forget.