nube Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Captain Phillips (5.1 DTS-HD MA) Level - 2 Stars (107.3dB composite)Extension - 5 Stars (7Hz)Dynamics - 3 Stars (24.7dB)Execution - 5 Stars (by poll) Overall - 3.75 Stars Recommendation - Buy (by poll) Notes: This isn't your typical bass movie, but it was good enough that the Academy nominated it for both the Sound Editing and Sound Mixing awards this year. This should tell you something about how good this mix is. It has truckloads of low level, extremely low frequency bass that is used to amazing effect, creating unbelievable tension throughout the movie. That's also why the dynamics are so low. This isn't a big, in-your-face action movie or thriller. There are almost no high amplitude effects (read as: no demo scenes at all), yet it has a ton of bass that adds so much to the experience. It proves that great movie mixes don't have to do things in the formulaic way many have come to expect from their action flicks - loud explosions, clipped content, or predictable effects and sweeps. I think it also shows the value of the lowest octaves in storytelling - they are essential for creating that immersive feeling that the best movies have, and it's certainly in evidence here. Oh yeah, the movie is also pretty good all-around. Though not a typical bass movie, and probably not a movie I'll ever re-watch, this one delivers in nearly every aspect of entertainment. That is, unless all you want is kaboom boom; in that case, look elsewhere. PvA: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laugsbach Posted March 27, 2014 Report Share Posted March 27, 2014 I am a little late to the party... The notes are spot on and I would have voted 5 and buy...it has replay value to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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