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“Queen Rock Montreal” debuts as the first concert film with IMAX Enhanced Sound on Disney+

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according to Mike Mack |

Following its record-breaking success as the largest IMAX exclusive event release, Queen Rock Montreal May 15 will be the premiere of the global broadcast Disney+ As the first concert film with IMAX Enhanced sound powered by DTS.

  • Queen Rock Montreal 18 debuts alongside the availability of IMAX Enhanced sound for the fan favorite Marvel movies that immerse subscribers in action like never before.
  • This was announced today by DTS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Disney+, IMAX Corporation and Xperi Inc.
  • Subscribers on IMAX Enhanced certified devices can experience the full dynamic range of every heartbeat moment of this digitally remastered concert film that captures the world's most iconic rock band at the peak of their live power.
  • Queen Rock Montreal Presenting Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon at their most exciting and moving.
  • The original concerts, held on November 24th and 25th, 1981, were specially arranged for a full-length concert film to document their live show.
  • The film was restored for IMAX by Mercury Studios. Executive producers include Jeff Kempin and Alice Webb for Mercury Studios and Jim Beach and Matilda Beach for Queen Films.
  • Check out Alex's review Queen Rock Montreal Here.
  • Select Marvel Studios movies with IMAX Enhanced sound on Disney+ at launch include:
  • Best-in-class certified device manufacturers support IMAX Enhanced audio, starting with select DTS:X-enabled Android/Google TV devices from Sony, Hisense, Sharp, Xiaomi and more. Additionally, owners of certified DTS:X-enabled AV receivers from manufacturers such as Denon, Marantz and JBL can also enjoy the launch experience.
  • With IMAX Enhanced, IMAX and technology partner DTS enable content to be viewed in high definition at home and beyond, ensuring that filmmakers' creative intentions are fully optimized for IMAX-quality presentation. DTS:X by DTS preserves the full dynamic range of a theatrical mix, allowing sound to move freely around the listener for a more immersive presentation at home.
  • Disney+ is the first major streaming service to enhance the home viewing experience with IMAX Enhanced, giving subscribers new ways to relive the Marvel Cinematic Universe and beyond.
  • Today's announcement is the latest evolution in the complex relationship between IMAX and Disney Entertainment, with audiences first introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2010 on IMAX.
  • Since then, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has become the highest-grossing franchise in IMAX history.
  • Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame were the first films shot entirely with IMAX digital cameras, and all titles available on IMAX Enhanced on Disney+ feature select sequences in IMAX enhanced aspect ratio.

Mike Mack

Mack is the editorial director of content for Marvel and ESPN, and has covered comic cons, theme park events, video game showcases and other interesting events. He is a fan of theme parks, sports, movies, Marvel comics and is a self-proclaimed “nerd”.

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