I lean toward the ELACs, largely because they are front ported, but also due to their higher efficiency. Enclosing rear ported speakers is definitely less than ideal.
To clarify something the other John said. This isn't an AT (acoustically transparent) screen is it? The speakers aren't actually behind the screen, right?
DO IT!
I really do think it's the best "blow me away" movie in quite some time. An absolutely perfect choice to show off a new theater.
I'm referring to the new one, of course.
I'm glad it all worked out so well. You really did get that done in record time. I'm a little amazed. I have too much of a "Roun' Tuit" attitude to projects.
Personally, I probably would have gone with Dune for a first movie, if your goal was spectacle and awesome audio.
FWIW, my...