Avatar: The Way of Water
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 16, 2022
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kbfonJan 4, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As the first work was insanely good, I think that the second work, this work, had a little bad story.

It's bad that I can't empathize with family stories at all. Maybe I'll come to understand when I have a child and become a parent, but for me now, is it possible for me to be such a strong motivation for my child or family ties? I can only question.

The images were very beautiful, the 3D did not feel out of place at all, and above all, the HFR (high frame rate) images were too amazing.
Involuntarily, I took off my 3D glasses and rubbed my eyes.
"Wow! This is amazing! It moves too smoothly..."

Please watch it at an HFR compatible movie theater (IMAX, Dolby Cinema, etc.).… Expand
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bighairyzombieJan 4, 2023
This movie was amazing, one of my all time favorite movies. I would give this movie a 10 but I won't because it has a basic plot, which is still good. I was just expecting something crazy for the plot. Something new and never seen before.This movie was amazing, one of my all time favorite movies. I would give this movie a 10 but I won't because it has a basic plot, which is still good. I was just expecting something crazy for the plot. Something new and never seen before. Besides that the movie is amazing and I highly recommend you go see it IN THEATRE'S as it deserves as much attention as possible.… Expand
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Pasindu12356Dec 16, 2022
Best movie of the year. Masterpiece. Cgi and vfx are next level. Emotionally.
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GeremiaUrsoDec 16, 2022
Marvelous looking 3D. Even if you would hate the story, you need to see the effects. This is something special, only suitable for a 3D cinema experience. Go and watch it!
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ELISJDec 16, 2022
great story, greateffects, sexy water. Water world was incredible. Best movie I ever seen.
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MercentDec 18, 2022
8/10, but because of the various unfair review bombing, i modified it to 10/10 to balance it out. To the people who say 'good visuals, bad plot', i challenge you to look deeper, not just skin deep; pay attention to the complexity and nuances;8/10, but because of the various unfair review bombing, i modified it to 10/10 to balance it out. To the people who say 'good visuals, bad plot', i challenge you to look deeper, not just skin deep; pay attention to the complexity and nuances; pay attention to the themes and symbolism; pay attention to dialogues, both spoken and unspoken. It will probably take you a few re-watch to catch all of them; i too need re-watch to catch some of the nuances, like those between Spider and his father. Just like Avatar 1, people who do not pay attention or are less spiritually inclined will fail to experience the catharsis; it is a shame really… Expand
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kpowkaDec 16, 2022
It's great sequel of the first part of Avatar. I so proud, that I saw it in Cinema. I have a lot of questions about all new characters and I believe I will have answers in future. It's perfect cast of fishing rod for next parts. I was sittingIt's great sequel of the first part of Avatar. I so proud, that I saw it in Cinema. I have a lot of questions about all new characters and I believe I will have answers in future. It's perfect cast of fishing rod for next parts. I was sitting in my armchair in the cinema and my heart was beating so fast in the beginning, in the middle. I think I had this heart bit all movie, so I like it and waited it. So James, please, I'm waiting with a gasp next part of Avatar. The music, the plot, the actors, the picture with high quality. I like all in one this second part of my favourite world of Na'vi!… Expand
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fallspectrumDec 17, 2022
Those who enjoyed the visually stunning world building and technical accomplishments of the first film should appreciate this extension into more of Pandora. I liked the action, and felt that the battles were for the most part gratifying.Those who enjoyed the visually stunning world building and technical accomplishments of the first film should appreciate this extension into more of Pandora. I liked the action, and felt that the battles were for the most part gratifying. While some aspects of the plot could have been more tangible.. I didn't have my expectations set too high in this arena based on the first film. Despite the flaws that anyone could pull out of the plot.. The total effort of everyone who worked on this should be applauded. I'm thankful for The Way of Water, and the resulting inspiration that will be translated into other productions in the future.… Expand
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Majorcritic25Dec 16, 2022
One of the best theatrical experiences I have had in a while. The film is long and the script is just alright, but the acting and the worldbuilding and the action are top-tier. Ignore the trolls. See this movie.
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Thelog32Dec 17, 2022
Another banger from James Cameron. It’s a beautiful movie with a level of depth and character that the other blockbusters can never achieve.
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ZesuDec 17, 2022
Дуже сподобався фільм, сюжет в принципі нічим особливим не здивував (всі фільми зараз по шаблону), проте дуже мальовничий твір, сидів з відкритим ротом.. картинка ну дуже вже якісна.. не певен чи 10 років очікування продовження були тогоДуже сподобався фільм, сюжет в принципі нічим особливим не здивував (всі фільми зараз по шаблону), проте дуже мальовничий твір, сидів з відкритим ротом.. картинка ну дуже вже якісна.. не певен чи 10 років очікування продовження були того варті, але мені сподобалося і я можу сміливо рекомендувати цей фільм до перегляду!… Expand
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TVJerryDec 17, 2022
This film runs 3:12: There's less than an hour of plot, several hours of cool creatures and places, then one battle at the end. The story is set 10 years after the original. The Sully family lives happily in their beautifully natural world,This film runs 3:12: There's less than an hour of plot, several hours of cool creatures and places, then one battle at the end. The story is set 10 years after the original. The Sully family lives happily in their beautifully natural world, until the "sky people" (Earthlings) descend on Pandora to mine its resources. Meanwhile, a soldier from the last mission is after the family (in his new hybrid half-Na'vi form). This drives the family to seek refuge with their neighboring waterborne tribes. Since the first film was so visually dazzling, we're expecting more of that here. There is certainly lots of appealing imagery, but it's not as impactful. Even with the excellent motion capture, it's hard to relate to the blue creatures on an emotional level. Still, this tells a compelling story with a strong final battle and plenty of visual appeal.… Expand
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DiscussionaqueoDec 19, 2022
I liked it. It was a bit long, especially in the middle. At over 3 hours there's a lot of story lines that could have been shortened (not even cut), and it would have been fine. A lot of people apparently don't like the dialog, but have theyI liked it. It was a bit long, especially in the middle. At over 3 hours there's a lot of story lines that could have been shortened (not even cut), and it would have been fine. A lot of people apparently don't like the dialog, but have they seen the first film? "Eeya.. she listened!" has to be one of the corniest pieces of dialog ever, but it worked. If you liked the first film, you'll like this one.… Expand
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Brent_MarchantDec 17, 2022
As the long-awaited sequel to director James Cameron’s 2009 megahit sci-fi/fantasy blockbuster, “Avatar: The Way of Water” has been one of 2022’s most anticipated releases. And, for the most part, it’s a visually stunning and modestlyAs the long-awaited sequel to director James Cameron’s 2009 megahit sci-fi/fantasy blockbuster, “Avatar: The Way of Water” has been one of 2022’s most anticipated releases. And, for the most part, it’s a visually stunning and modestly entertaining piece of cinema. But is it the masterpiece everyone has been anxiously waiting for? Hardly. While the film is long on style (it truly is gorgeous to look at), it comes up short on substance. The script is the main problem here, telling a tale that’s not overly engaging or insightful (certainly much less so than its more compelling predecessor) and full of story threads that either regurgitate material from the original or borrow from a variety of other sources, both narratively and visually. Then there’s the runtime, coming in at a whopping 3:13:00, far, far longer than it needs to be, especially in the overly protracted closing hour. The action sequences become a bit tiresome and gratuitous after a while, and other segments feel like a polished travelogue for the Pandora Chamber of Commerce. What’s more, there are storylines left unresolved, making this a picture that can’t fully live up to being a standalone entity (one of my moviemaking pet peeves). To its credit, though, the picture’s pacing is surprisingly tolerable for a film of this length, and it makes excellent use of its 3D technology (perhaps better than any other movie in which I’ve seen it employed in recent years). Still, for an offering that’s been 13 years in the making, I expected something a little fresher and more inventive than this. But, for those who can’t get enough of this franchise, this installment should satisfy nicely. And, if not, fans can look forward to three more sequels scheduled to be released over the next six years (though I’m not sure how many of them I’ll be seeing).… Expand
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trevor1981Dec 21, 2022
Jim Cameron is the man who always has the creative power to shape the Hollywood, and with his new creation he sets the bar even higher!
Well worth all the wait!
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joefurlanDec 20, 2022
If you loved the first one, you will love this one. I did and I do. Most fun I've had in the theater since the last Avatar movie. Look I loved Dune, loved Bladerunner 2049 but this is a different deal. It's at once lighter and more gutIf you loved the first one, you will love this one. I did and I do. Most fun I've had in the theater since the last Avatar movie. Look I loved Dune, loved Bladerunner 2049 but this is a different deal. It's at once lighter and more gut wrenching. Since everything is political these days, here's the deal... people on the right will **** about the woo woo earth Goddess religion, the "noble savage", "native people good/America/military/Corporations/white people bad" angle, and the "save the planet" stuff while people on the left will decry the patriarchal society, the testosterone filled, strong, positive male characters, the emphasis on children and family stuff. Meanwhile movie snobs will say the classic heroic plot is too cookie cutter and shallow. I say, check your politics at the door and show up for one of the most amazing action adventure stories ever brought to the screen. Gorgeous, funny, heart felt and unique. Absolute 10 out of 10 for me!… Expand
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SoulWarfareDec 18, 2022
In 2009, I watched Avatar, the $2 billion movie that used the papyrus font as its logo, in IMAX 3D. It was a wild experience as I have never seen such amazing CGI in a film. James Cameron, the director, then announced he was making 3-4In 2009, I watched Avatar, the $2 billion movie that used the papyrus font as its logo, in IMAX 3D. It was a wild experience as I have never seen such amazing CGI in a film. James Cameron, the director, then announced he was making 3-4 sequels to Avatar which was kind of baffling. 13 years later, we finally get a sequel. Was the sequel worth the wait?

Firstly, the visuals of this movie are somehow even more amazing than the first film. The forest of Pandora looks more stunning than it did 13 years ago; the advance in technology is very evident. The scenes in the water look gorgeous and so real that it's hard to believe it is CGI at times. One thing with the first movie was that it felt like live-action people were in a green screen room. Avatar: The Way of Water is mostly CGI with live-action blended in. We see live-action characters move in the same scene as CGI characters and interact with one another like living beings. It didn't give that green-screen feeling, which was awesome. I also love the world-building and design of the world. There are water-based Navi clans with looks and customs that are different from the forest Navi. You can see it in their skin colour and the design of their hands and tails. The sea creatures also have great designs with their own rules and how they operate. It was clear a lot of thought was put into everything. The original 2 main characters, Jake and Neytiri, return from the 1st film but they are not the main focus this time. The main characters are their kids with Sigourney Weaver returning but playing as one of those kid characters instead. I was a little worried as kid characters tend to be annoying but I think the writer did a good job of making the kids not completely annoying. Sigourney is surprisingly convincing as a young kid and I was interested to see more of her character in the future. I think James succeeds in making us care more about these new characters than he did in Avatar 1. Jake, despite not being at the forefront this time, has his character arc. He is no longer the fearless leader he was in the 1st film as he now has 4 kids to take care of. His priority is different and he struggles with that. Stephen Lang also returns as the antagonist, Colonel Miles, again despite dying in the 1st film. He was very one-dimensional in the 1st Avatar but here they do try to give him some more depth which I appreciate.

However, Neytiri is unfortunately very sideline in this sequel. She is barely relevant until the end of the movie and even then, she doesn't have any character arc. If anything, I feel like her character somehow feels worse here. One thing I struggled with in the 1st film was remembering names including that of the main characters. Unfortunately, I still have this issue in The Way of Water. This is thanks to the fact that a character's name only ever seems to be mentioned once and never again which makes it difficult to remember anyone. For example, Kate Winslet of Titanic fame is in this movie but I wouldn't be able to tell you what her character's name was for the life of me. In terms of the story, it's very simple and by the book. It is about the kids learning the customs of a clan and struggling to fit in which sounds awfully similar to the 1st film or a high school drama. The plot works fine but it is very bland and predictable. Every cliché and trope you see from a coming-of-age story is here. The movie is also really long with a run time of 192 minutes. I'm not sure the plot justified that run time as there were many moments where a lot doesn't happen and could've been cut to reduce the runtime. James Horner, the original composer of Avatar, passed away and was thus replaced by Simon Franglen. Simon does a serviceable job but the music score is just not very memorable compared to Jame's music score. The best soundtrack in The Way of Water is the ones that were reused. Overall, Avatar: The Way of Water is a proper cinematic experience. Yes, the movie's plot and characters aren't that memorable but the visuals are truly amazing. In an era where it feels like we get a lot of poorly made CGI, it is a breath of fresh air to have a movie that has beautiful-looking CGI for what feels like the entire movie! Watching in it cinema with IMAX 3D was a terrific experience and it is the best way to watch Avatar: The Way of Water. I'm thoroughly looking forward to the sequels!… Expand
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MrPajamasDec 17, 2022
Unfortunately, the sequel was already weaker for me. The first part had a lot of flair for me in all respects. It was something completely new for me and nice to watch and that applies here as well of course. It definitely does, but itUnfortunately, the sequel was already weaker for me. The first part had a lot of flair for me in all respects. It was something completely new for me and nice to watch and that applies here as well of course. It definitely does, but it doesn't apply as much for me anymore, because the water world, while not bad, doesn't hold a candle to Pandora, which I certainly enjoyed more. I also liked more of the characters because the previous episode was mainly Jake and Neytiri and here they added the kids and they didn't really grab me, or at least not nearly as much as the previous aforementioned pair. Other than that, I enjoyed in the first one how she was Pandora at times and Jake as a person at times, which is no longer the case here. The action was cool, but again I have to mention the previous episode where in my opinion it was better. What didn't please me was the music, because unfortunately it was the same in places and that just reminded me of scenes from the first one, which I liked better. The same music is probably the worst thing about this movie for me because even though some parts were visually nice, they didn't impress me as much because of the music, which was the same. I'm constantly comparing the second movie to the first, but unfortunately I can't help it. The first one won me over, but the second one didn't. I'm not saying it was a bad movie. But unfortunately it appealed to me much, much less than its predecessor. However, it's still nice to look at visually and still offers some good action sequences. For me, a good movie to recommend and maybe even grab you if you love the underwater world and water in general. Personally though, I prefer 2009's Pandora, which charmed me and more importantly it was definitely easier to get the viewer's attention back then as it was something new and came with 3D for the first time. The second one had a harder time and wasn't as successful in my eyes as the first one.… Expand
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royalguy07Dec 17, 2022
This was a big time movie ass movie, takes a few minutes to adjust to higher framerate but the movie has it all and is so beautifully shot and rendered that I had a truly wonderful time.
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DieguitoRDec 17, 2022
Um filme que emociona e fascina aqueles que são aficionados em filmes futuristas em mundos distante, um dos filmes que utilizam de forma genial a tecnologia 3D.
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Lights-camera-aDec 19, 2022
Captivating visuals, Awesome story line, amazing climax and make it a perfect watch
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faikschmidtDec 16, 2022
the best audio-visual experience I've ever had in my life... Please watch this movie in the best possible movie theater you can, to get the full experience
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Baba_GuruDec 16, 2022
STUPENDOUSO FANTABULOUS SHAANDAAR VFX AUR BEHTAREEN SPELLBOUND DIRECTION..
HATTS OFFF TO JAMES CAMERON AND TEAm
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MIW_Fan570Dec 16, 2022
Great Movie just as good as the original James Cameron did it again with over a decade since the first one
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szaskeDec 16, 2022
Incredible film. I caught myself smiling so many times saying to myself "God damn that's cool". Nobody makes movies like James Cameron. I was initially concerned about most of the cast being children, but it really worked here. I was amazingIncredible film. I caught myself smiling so many times saying to myself "God damn that's cool". Nobody makes movies like James Cameron. I was initially concerned about most of the cast being children, but it really worked here. I was amazing at how much I cared about these characters. Zoe Saldana really steals the show here. When she goes Beast Mode the whole audience cheered. And as many people mentioned this HAS to be seen in IMAX 3D.… Expand
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miggymigsDec 16, 2022
I enjoyed it just as much as the first one. If you hated that one, this one won’t change your mind.

James Cameron is masterful storyteller, subtly laying out all the seemingly disconnected puzzle pieces before placing them altogether. HeI enjoyed it just as much as the first one. If you hated that one, this one won’t change your mind.

James Cameron is masterful storyteller, subtly laying out all the seemingly disconnected puzzle pieces before placing them altogether. He stacks internal conflict on external conflict over and over again without it feeling contrived. As the tension builds, so does the desire for a payoff and he delivers. In particular, the reaction of one of the man angry parents.

His characters are always volitional, and if they turn passive, they take a back seat to the other characters driving the action.

All of Cameron’s storytelling prowess is on display here. Avatar 2 is not the greatest story ever told nor is the plot particularly innovative, but it is a well oiled machine built to deliver a moving and memorable outcome. I really enjoyed it and will definitely see it again.… Expand
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Rhaz_Dec 16, 2022
Entertaining, but safe. Wish I wanted to rate it higher.

Saw this in 3D and can say that Cameron has again delivered on realism providing another great example of what 3D can be. That said, sometimes the spectacle of it all felt over the topEntertaining, but safe. Wish I wanted to rate it higher.

Saw this in 3D and can say that Cameron has again delivered on realism providing another great example of what 3D can be. That said, sometimes the spectacle of it all felt over the top and less immersive than it's predecessor. In a lot of ways the plot hit all the same notes as the 1st while adding some new elements that will surely be expanded upon in future installments. That said, I fail to see how these new elements alone are enough of a hook to keep fans returning to theaters for the large number of subsequent films planned. Only time will tell.

All in all, I was entertained, but still left wanting more.… Expand
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BushakDec 22, 2022
Avatar 2 really overcame my expectations, 3+ hours long movie and it was never boring, really love what they did to the story line. The effects were awesome, now i get why it took so long to make.
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devgreDec 16, 2022
Not only a visual spectacle, this visit to Pandora follows a story that is charged with emotion and has invested me even deeper into this universe!
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meltwichDec 16, 2022
I enjoyed it. Some parts were a little rushed, and the pacing was odd at the beginning, but overall an enjoyable movie.

I hope they release a version where the whole movie is in HFR, not just sections. The movie hits it’s stride when theI enjoyed it. Some parts were a little rushed, and the pacing was odd at the beginning, but overall an enjoyable movie.

I hope they release a version where the whole movie is in HFR, not just sections.

The movie hits it’s stride when the setting changes to the islands. The water scenes are expertly shot and crafted. The plot could use another hour of movie time; to be honest.… Expand
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johnnny300Dec 16, 2022
Absolutely beautiful. Was worth the 13 year wait, James Cameron has done it again. Best movie ever !!!! Made me cry so much
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Uh_OhDec 17, 2022
I enjoyed it a lot more than the first. The visuals sucked me in from start to finish as before .Excited for the next installment.
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AlphaRebelDec 19, 2022
This movie is dumb..... and very enjoyable. I actually think the story is a little stronger then the first movie although it's pretty painfully obvious that James Cameron has dragged the setting to the area he's most comfortable in,This movie is dumb..... and very enjoyable. I actually think the story is a little stronger then the first movie although it's pretty painfully obvious that James Cameron has dragged the setting to the area he's most comfortable in, underwater, and he's pulled out all the tools from his bag and liberally using aspects from The Abyss, Titanic, Aliens from the deep etc. Going to see it in 3d imax after xmas so it might just end up being mind-blowing like the first one was visually.… Expand
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PopsyaraDec 25, 2022
I will agree with those people who doesnt like the story side of this movie, yeah it's to simple and shallow. But emotional and visual parts of the movie - absolutley incredible.
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samusmaster64Dec 17, 2022
There has been so much conversation about the cultural impact of "Avatar" recently, as superheroes dominated the last decade of pop culture in a way that allowed people to forget the Na'vi. Watching "Avatar: The Way of Water," I was remindedThere has been so much conversation about the cultural impact of "Avatar" recently, as superheroes dominated the last decade of pop culture in a way that allowed people to forget the Na'vi. Watching "Avatar: The Way of Water," I was reminded of how impersonal the Hollywood machine has become over the last few decades and how often the blockbusters that truly make an impact on the form have displayed the personal touch of their creator. Think of how the biggest and best films of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg couldn't have been made by anyone else. "Avatar: The Way of Water" is a James Cameron blockbuster, through and through.… Expand
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max1cDec 20, 2022
Review in one word: Disappointment. If you see this at IMAX, visually it's fantastic. But the plot is awful. I can't believe this is the best they could come up with after 10 years. A type 2 civilization of humans getting annihilated by someReview in one word: Disappointment. If you see this at IMAX, visually it's fantastic. But the plot is awful. I can't believe this is the best they could come up with after 10 years. A type 2 civilization of humans getting annihilated by some aborigines with bows doesn't make any sense. The handcuffs that can just be cut with a knife? If you don't think much about it, the movie is enjoyable. But as soon you see all the plot holes the movie becomes meaningless.… Expand
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isg1983Dec 19, 2022
Decent movie but it should NOT be this long and everyone around me thinks the same
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moviemitch96Dec 17, 2022
Well the long wait is finally over. 13 years after the 2009 global phenomenon took the world and box office by storm, James Cameron delivers with this long belated sequel. Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) is now a Na'vi and living on PandoraWell the long wait is finally over. 13 years after the 2009 global phenomenon took the world and box office by storm, James Cameron delivers with this long belated sequel. Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) is now a Na'vi and living on Pandora among the Omaticaya clan as their leader alongside Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) and their children. However, an old and familiar threat rises that threatens their home and family once again, forcing them to turn to another clan of water-dwelling Na'vi for help, and along the way, they learn to embrace the way of water (corny pun intended.) I had somewhat high hopes for this, seeing as it's been so long since the original film, and all this time I've been eagerly awaiting and anticipating to see what Cameron might do next with this spectacle of a world that he practically created from the ground up. Admittedly, I was also curious to see if he'd be able to craft a more decent story this time around too, seeing as the first film's writing/story wasn't exactly the strongest or most original material (a lot of it to this day still feels an awful lot like 'Dances With Wolves' in space.) The final results are almost exactly what I expected them to be however: a visually dazzling experience albeit with highly uninspired and derivative storytelling. The film's story not only very obviously borrows and follows several of the first film's plot points and tropes beat for beat (even down to the same musical score cues), but it also can't help but feel highly derivative of several other classic films and properties in several scenes and moments, ranging from everything from 'The Lion King ', 'Jaws', and even the just-released 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever', which also felt like an 'Avatar' wannabe of a film in its own right, but I digress. I will say that the emphasis on the familial aspect in this film is genuinely touching, and you really do feel for Jake and his family often times throughout the film, and Worthington and Saldana both give solid and dedicated performances here. The previous film's villain Stephen Lang also returns in a rather unexpected way, and he also has his fair share of intense scenes and showdowns with the heroes. Seeing Sigourney Weaver here in a different role as a new Na'vi character was also somewhat unusual, but worked much better than I initially thought it would. Kate Winslet also delivers a commanding presence onscreen whenever we see her character. The action scenes throughout are also very well-crafted, particularly the final battle, which offers some genuinely tense moments throughout that I couldn't help but be reminded of another certain Cameron film that involved a famous sinking ship (*hint hint*) Last but far from least, the visuals and grand world of Pandora, both land and water, are the real star of the show of course. If not his scriptwriting abilities, never doubt Cameron's visual storytelling abilities, because the CGI and effects here do NOT disappoint! Seriously, see this bad boy in IMAX if you can! It's well worth the extra cost! Every tiny and obscure little detail onscreen is so unbelievably vibrant and fully realized! It truly has to be seen to be believed! Overall, another thinly-written and uninspired story that can't help but make the film feel a little too much like 'Avatar: Greatest Hits/Moments Playlist' at times certainly didn't spoil my mesmerization thanks entirely to the absolutely beautiful, grand, and lush visuals that Cameron never disappoints with. All things considered, it still was pretty fun returning to Pandora after such a long wait.… Expand
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Jim222001Feb 6, 2023
Despite being a very long movie Avatar: The Way of the Water at times is a superior sequel. That is more beautiful to look at “especially in IMAX 3D.” With some better action and adventure.
The movie might even manage to make the AvatarDespite being a very long movie Avatar: The Way of the Water at times is a superior sequel. That is more beautiful to look at “especially in IMAX 3D.” With some better action and adventure.
The movie might even manage to make the Avatar haters fans. Even if James Cameron doesn’t have something so good on his hands. That he can drag it out to seven movies.… Expand
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AlexDionisio1Dec 18, 2022
Spectacular and immersive! In depth in more ways than one! Excellent to say the least.
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adrii9715Dec 18, 2022
Avatar The Way of Water es la continuación perfecta de una de las mejores películas de la primera década de los 2000. Con casi 4 años de desarrollo de una cámara para grabar bajo el agua, un año de desarrollo de años de contexto de Pandora,Avatar The Way of Water es la continuación perfecta de una de las mejores películas de la primera década de los 2000. Con casi 4 años de desarrollo de una cámara para grabar bajo el agua, un año de desarrollo de años de contexto de Pandora, entrenamiento de los actores, etc. Llega, 13 años después, El camino del agua.

Voy a estructurar la crítica por puntos, como a mi me gusta (sin spoilers).

- Nivel técnico: es el gran punto fuerte de esta saga. El peak de la tecnología aumenta cuando sale avatar. Esta película es la nueva referente de la tecnología en el cine.
- A nivel visual: es un espectáculo, combinación de colores, entornos, movimientos de cámara. James Cameron es un genio en muchos géneros de películas y sabe dónde poner la cámara en escenas románticas, dramáticas, de acción, de aventura, DE TODO.
- Narrativa: simpleza no es lo mismo que cutrez o malo. Como la primera, la trama es simple: humanos vs nativos. Me sigue pareciendo muy interesante porque de nuevo, tenemos que aprender acerca de Pandora, y el tercer acto del film es una genial película de acción.
- Personajes: Nos presentan a la familia de los Sully y nuevas tribus de Na'vi, con nuevas relaciones, nuevas formas de relacionarse con Eiwa y está a la altura de la presentación de los Omatikaya en la primera.
- Soundtrack: Desgraciadamente, James Horner falleció y no ha podido seguir trabajando en la OST de Avatar. Se nota la falta de Horner, aun teniendo temas interesantes.

En general, una película excelente, que en días en los que se va al cine solo a ver Marvel, se agradece. Más si es una experiencia fantástica como esta.… Expand
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vijay11Dec 16, 2022
not better than first one but great visuals,action
definitely will watch again and cant wait for avatar 3
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Sean2232Dec 16, 2022
Jimmy Cams has done it again. HOORAH. Seriously tho go see this in dolby or imax. It’s gonna blow you away.
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AuntoriousDec 20, 2022
Visually stunning and i honestly thought the story would be another cliche one, but i was wrong I enjoyed the entire movie eventhough it was quite long it was worth it. Hope Camron produce all 5 movies as he planned rather than 3. Hope thisVisually stunning and i honestly thought the story would be another cliche one, but i was wrong I enjoyed the entire movie eventhough it was quite long it was worth it. Hope Camron produce all 5 movies as he planned rather than 3. Hope this goes pass 2 Billion Dollar mark.… Expand
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denis_MXMVDec 21, 2022
Watched film today with my wife. What an incredible experience! Definitely gonna watch it one more time in coming weeks. Maybe in IMAX the second time.
I watched first film when I was at elementary school. I waited nearly 13 years for theWatched film today with my wife. What an incredible experience! Definitely gonna watch it one more time in coming weeks. Maybe in IMAX the second time.
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KevinyTDec 16, 2022
I loved this movie, if your parameters to rate a movie is Story, Scenario, Effects, Soundtrack, Originally, you must rate 10 to this movie, see it in 3D.
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OneTrueOpinionDec 19, 2022
the whale with the missing fin is the real hero of this movie. The ocean was amazing. the children characters were mostly not that annoying. the last hour of the movie is a non stop thrill ride. put that on a poster
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Darkula666Dec 18, 2022
Too much testosterone!!!!

Genius David Cameron said that testosterone is a poison all men should remove from their bodies. Jake sully is obviously on high testosterone, just I find it annoying that David isn’t a man of his word! Why can’tToo much testosterone!!!!

Genius David Cameron said that testosterone is a poison all men should remove from their bodies.

Jake sully is obviously on high testosterone, just I find it annoying that David isn’t a man of his word! Why can’t he write hero’s that are skinny, docile, weak and just allow the bad guys to win? I mean come on!

+ best CGI in existence + pretty water and fish + no real woke BS - testosterone in all heros - just too many alpha males - 3 hours could have been 2 maybe 2.5… Expand
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VoidedsoulDec 20, 2022
Solid movie Dolby Atmos 3D is amazing. Can't wait to watch it again on my OLED and see the colors really pop.
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Jp2017Dec 18, 2022
Amazing film James is truly an artist with what he does this movie had me from the beginning! Doesn’t force anything and I love it! Wish more movies would be this good!
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JayQuirozDec 17, 2022
James Cameron simply understands how to entertain and inspire and yet also remind us in the most creative way possible that humanity's need for innovation and evolution is destructive. The Way Of Water is 3 and a half hours long and yet I wasJames Cameron simply understands how to entertain and inspire and yet also remind us in the most creative way possible that humanity's need for innovation and evolution is destructive. The Way Of Water is 3 and a half hours long and yet I was disappointed when it ended because what he has set up for Avatar 3 with Jake and his family and his new tribe has so much insane potential and I personally can't wait. Mark me down for whatever day, whatever time, whatever world, I will be there for Avatar 3. Congratulations to all involved on this masterpiece and YES it was worth the long wait for me! … Expand
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QUAID300Dec 17, 2022
The movie itself is probably about a 5 out of 10 but the visuals are phenomenal and so emmersive thay you feel at times like you are in the world. I saw it in Dolby 3d so It was top quality, I do not recommemd seeing it anything but a goodThe movie itself is probably about a 5 out of 10 but the visuals are phenomenal and so emmersive thay you feel at times like you are in the world. I saw it in Dolby 3d so It was top quality, I do not recommemd seeing it anything but a good 3d theater, preferable dolby.… Expand
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Fuad_RMNMDec 17, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Visually Amazing but sadly Too Long

This time, I made an exception by havin an expectation bout this movie. Ofc, its coz this is directed by one of the greatest directors in Hollywood, James Cameron. Luckily, this movie reaches my expectation.

This movie is a sequel to the previous movie with a plot in Pandora Planet, full of alien races named Avatar. After the failure of the human race to take over the planet, some of them seek revenge for a rebellious human officer, Jake Sully who is actually siding with them rather than the human race. Then, this movie is about Jake Sully's famz survival from human revenge.

What I love about this movie are the visuals, audio, and magical world. Ofc, it happens because the previous movie also gives these to the audiences. So, it reaches the audience's expectations including mine. But, the best thing is visual. Feels very magical and mesmerizing. From the beginning, the movie also gives a blueish world all the time. To make it better, it gives us fictional ethnic culture including voices that are kinda like an animal wants to bite, lol. Besides that, the best plot happens when the ending is narrated through 3 different plots which each different struggles. I didn’t expect this and might be similar to the Titanic movie coz happened in the water too.

Sadly, this movie is too long. More than 3 hrs? Why? I keep wondering about this movie's duration. I didn’t think it deserve that long. Perhaps, 2-2.5 hrs still plausible. I drank coffee before watching but sadly I feel so sleepy when starting around 2 hrs, lol. Besides that, this movie so year-end vibes because bring family issues and their importance of them. Tbh, I get bored with this but no offense, it’s a purely subjective opinion.

The bottom line, this movie perfectly has amazing visuals! The ending was also great! The best starter pack are coffee, chips or snack or popcorn, Dolby atmos studio, and maybe IMAX? Perfectly fulfilled our year-end vibes, but sometimes is boring, lol. Great movie to watch! This is a James Cameron artwork! He was the director of Titanic in case u don’t know him, shame on you if u really don’t know HAHA.
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KJ_20Dec 21, 2022
Avatar: The Way of Water is a visual spectacle, often there are moments were the grand titanic visuals with immersive details are often intensely overwhelming for the viewer, they are often able to sheer one away form the plot, and into theAvatar: The Way of Water is a visual spectacle, often there are moments were the grand titanic visuals with immersive details are often intensely overwhelming for the viewer, they are often able to sheer one away form the plot, and into the beauties of pandora. Visually speaking, it's the best out there. In terms of story telling, the movie takes a basic, overused story and puts it in a unique and interesting scenario. It is able to barely juggle all the characters, despite their basic dialogue. Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) steals the show with their emotional and fantastic performance. Honestly, the CGI and visuals are so impressive that one can think it was shot in the future. Dont get me wrong, the script is not perfect, the dialogue is sometimes sketchy, but the drama and intenseness picks up in the unforgettable final act which is stuffed with emotions, explosions and scenes which parallel with Titanic. The movie is an ode to nature, its an ode to cinematography, and its an ode to complex story telling, which sometimes feels perfect, and sometimes feels rushed or overhauled.… Expand
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mishchukvovaDec 17, 2022
The film is technically impressive, but in many points it repeats the first one.But the story is conveyed qualitatively and makes you think
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quittit1Dec 17, 2022
Definitely not as good as the first but still a great movie. How they accomplished the water scenes is miraculous. Not disappointed in my ticket purchase but I hope the next one is better.
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IllumiusDec 19, 2022
Movie is an amazing experience. It’s that type of movie that takes you away from earth for a while and makes you feel a part of the movie and makes you want to watch it again! Best experience I’ve had while watching a movie in a long time
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GorashzDec 20, 2022
Im pleased to say this time the second movie is not destroying the genre, the first... Im happy as well to say i had so much fun watching it ! Love it Love it Love it.
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nnogohkoDec 17, 2022
I really enjoyed Avatar: The Way of Water. I think it is visually stunning, which is ofcourse what everyone says but it's true. People who say this movie isn't good because it is just spectacle with no substance, I think that is unfair to theI really enjoyed Avatar: The Way of Water. I think it is visually stunning, which is ofcourse what everyone says but it's true. People who say this movie isn't good because it is just spectacle with no substance, I think that is unfair to the film. The underwater sequences especially were detailed, I couldn't catch everything even after watching the movie twice. I saw it first in Reald 3D. I wasn't particularly impressed by the 3D with that format but wow I saw it in the laser ultra 3D with the high frame rate the second time and it was simply jawdropping. The images were so crisp, bright, and detailed and the 3D was so immmersive especially during the water sequences and the final battle, it was the best 3D experience I've ever had. The action sequences are truly fantastic and I haven't seen any sequences like this before. I was alittle bit bothered by the high frame rate which gave some of the earlier action sequences a really unnatural video game like feel, but I got used to it. I think the whale thing went on too long and that is when the film drags. 15 to 20 minutes I think could have been shaved off. The story is one we have seen many times before but I didn't really care because it's not the point of this movie or the previous one. I was honestly sad to leave Pandora when the film ended. I wanted the next chapter to start immediately. I cared for the characters more in this movie I genuinely felt emotional in some scenes. I am planning to see it the third time on IMAX 3D and I am definitely seeing it again on the laser ultra screen which just had stunning picture quality.… Expand
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alanpotter17Dec 16, 2022
Não deixa de ser decepcionante ver que o Cameron optou por repetir os mesmos erros do primeiro: fraco como roteiro, forças as lágrimas com a trilha sonora, ações forçadas.
Assim como os erros, os acertos seguem a mesma lógica, e ainda melhor,Não deixa de ser decepcionante ver que o Cameron optou por repetir os mesmos erros do primeiro: fraco como roteiro, forças as lágrimas com a trilha sonora, ações forçadas.
Assim como os erros, os acertos seguem a mesma lógica, e ainda melhor, com cenas para se contemplar de queixo caído, visualmente muito belo. De fato temos a condução de uma história em contornos épicos, e soa até estranho perceber que não houve um acuro com certos personagens (a morte de um deles soa fria e desnecessária). Mas certamente assistir no cinema, em 3D, causará impacto profundo, ainda que em muitos esse recurso já nem funcione mais. A mim funcionou, e mesmo com as derrapadas no roteiro, o filme conseguiu me encantar, tecnicamente falando.… Expand
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ilformiDec 18, 2022
Spettacolare un film che resterà imbattuto fino al prossimo avatar. Trama fantastica che ci fa capire che noi sappiamo creare ma anche distruggere per non parlare degli effetti speciali fantastici mai visti prima
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jamitmanDec 16, 2022
James Cameron has done it again and him and his team takes his time comparing to Marvel LOL. It's a huge masterpiece and this 3D movie is a true cinema event :)
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Ludent_E19Dec 16, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. - Entertaining from start to finish. - Beautiful.
- A little uninterested in Colonel Quaritch's story as an Avatar.. It would have been cool to see a new character such as an assassin or something in this film hunting Sully and his family. - The story is big, and I want all of it, cant wait for the next film!… Expand
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AlexEduardo13Dec 17, 2022
Início sensacional e com resquícios de nostalgia. Do meio para frente fica bastante arrastado em alguns momentos. Em questão de imagem é quase incomparável.
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AlmaznidaynDec 17, 2022
The film goes on for a long time, so I'm very tired and I'm too lazy to write a review, sorry.
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LudvigfromItalyDec 17, 2022
3 ore e 15 passate velocissime
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-Trama scorrevole , senza grandi pretese , colpi di scena -Effetti 3D e speciali di altissimo livello e il 3D non mi ha dato problemi agli occhi(lo ho delicati a causa di una patologia cronica -Tratta di3 ore e 15 passate velocissime
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-Trama scorrevole , senza grandi pretese , colpi di scena
-Effetti 3D e speciali di altissimo livello e il 3D non mi ha dato problemi agli occhi(lo ho delicati a causa di una patologia cronica -Tratta di tematiche anche attuali e in maniera leggera
- Un po' di effetto sopresa c'è stato,non come il primo avatar di james cameron
Contro Avrei gradito più spiegazioni su alcune questioni
Probabilmente ha il difetto di essere ik classico film di intermezzo che fa da preludio a qualcosa di più importwnte
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Lucifer_1Dec 18, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The concept is diverted towards family emotions, which is cool, but it is more of visual wonder.… Expand
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AnavitarDec 18, 2022
Great movie 10/10. Graphics at the highest level, I don’t understand why the experts gave only 69 points
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lukerybak12Dec 18, 2022
True cinematic masterpiece that can be enjoyed by all whether you were a fan of the original or not.
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ElijahSmithDec 18, 2022
This movie stands out as one of the best this year. The only real contender for this title is Black panther. James Cameron has yet again provided an incredible movie going experience with the soundtrack, vfx, and incredible world buildingThis movie stands out as one of the best this year. The only real contender for this title is Black panther. James Cameron has yet again provided an incredible movie going experience with the soundtrack, vfx, and incredible world building that was present in the first one. Though the story was a little lacking, I believe the beautiful visuals and interesting characters make up for it. All in all this movie is near perfect in my book and I reckon it to anyone that was even remotely interested in the original film.… Expand
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Samg1234Dec 18, 2022
Amazing film honestly, the visuals were way beyond anything else we have seen before, you cared about the characters, you felt strong emotions when certain characters were in certain situations, I wont say any spoilers. It felt like a movieAmazing film honestly, the visuals were way beyond anything else we have seen before, you cared about the characters, you felt strong emotions when certain characters were in certain situations, I wont say any spoilers. It felt like a movie straight out of the early 2000s, no forced diveristy and political agenda comments or narrative, none of that **** literally just story, an actual story, it may be a simple story but that is fine, it was well executed and done with passion, what a suprise that when a movie is made for the passion of the world its based in and through creativity instead of to push a liberal message that it is actually good, crazy I know. This is what the industry needs, a real film, been a long time since we have had something like this.… Expand
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Pedriito7Dec 18, 2022
La mejor película en mucho tiempo.
Efectos, historia,personajes, lo tiene todo para ser un 10/10, y para mí lo es sin duda.
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molivia19Dec 18, 2022
Incredible! Breathtakingly beautiful and heart-warming. Bring tissues because you’re probably going to cry… a few times.
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khayenqDec 19, 2022
An engaging, emotional, beautiful, and impactful movie. It was an experience like no other, with well written likable characters. Ive been waiting since the first movie came out for a sequel and had high expectations for it, my standards wereAn engaging, emotional, beautiful, and impactful movie. It was an experience like no other, with well written likable characters. Ive been waiting since the first movie came out for a sequel and had high expectations for it, my standards were met and over-achieved! Fortunately, has topped the first movie of the franchise, becoming my new favorite movie of all times!
I see many people complain on how "boring the plot is" or "it's beautiful but the plot is predictable" They're not seeing the movie how James Cameron wants them to.
It is a film about indigenous and animals suffering because of human greed, it wants you to empathize and immerse yourself. Seeing how I've re-watched Avatar more times than I can count, I do have a sole understanding of the movie and its sequel. You have to see the film in Cameron's eyes, in fact, the characters eyes! A gorgeous movie with a beautiful story. Will watch again, many more times!… Expand
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ize0Dec 19, 2022
Really liked the movie! I have waited so long for this movie and it was worth it. And just like the first movie, I have watched it in 3D. The wait was worth the wait! Well done Avatar! Well done James Cameron!
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CalvinCrackDec 17, 2022
The first and third hour are very good. The middle hour is good but a bit slow. But it’s a magical movie. And I suspect on repeat viewings it will grow on me.
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Shehryar23Dec 16, 2022
Masterpiece! Enjoyed every part of this movie! Visually pleasing and action packed!
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SorzusDec 17, 2022
A visually stunning masterpiece. I was in awe in every moment. Cameron drew me into a world that is full of rich and diverse life and vivid colors. People keep praising the visuals, and rightly so—but the sound design was fantastic as well.A visually stunning masterpiece. I was in awe in every moment. Cameron drew me into a world that is full of rich and diverse life and vivid colors. People keep praising the visuals, and rightly so—but the sound design was fantastic as well. The world truly comes alive. I came into it speculative of the story quality and I did not leave disappointed. It carries on from the first movie’s narrative pretty well and sets up the upcoming future installments with a new generation of characters to lead the way. I actually really enjoy this world Cameron has made, and am eager to see what happens next.… Expand
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HealingToolboxDec 19, 2022
If you liked any of Cameron's earlier films, T2, Titanic, True Lies, The Abyss, you will like A2. The movie is crafted for people who like movies and like seeing films in theaters. There's a lot to look at. Eventually it builds to a longIf you liked any of Cameron's earlier films, T2, Titanic, True Lies, The Abyss, you will like A2. The movie is crafted for people who like movies and like seeing films in theaters. There's a lot to look at. Eventually it builds to a long third act, several action scenarios stacked up. I found it less New Age cringy than A1. It's more grounded in emotions and ethnography of the two Navi tribes. The themes of eco-connection, tolerance and community belonging remain timely. Fans of Horizon Forbidden West will see more spectacular woven architecture.… Expand
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scott_324Dec 16, 2022
Some flaws and annoyances but overall this is a great follow-up the first. Looking forward to seeing it again soon! Not just thr obviously great visuals but a very emotional story to go along with it.
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Stream2BigScreeDec 18, 2022
It has been 13 years since the original Avatar became one of the highest grossing movies in history. It was a huge spectacle with a new planet, Pandora; indigenous people, the Na’vi; motion capture performances and a lot of never-before-seenIt has been 13 years since the original Avatar became one of the highest grossing movies in history. It was a huge spectacle with a new planet, Pandora; indigenous people, the Na’vi; motion capture performances and a lot of never-before-seen technology. The plot was pretty basic, but the impact of the all the technical impacts made it more than the sum of its parts. Here, we are all these years later and finally the long-awaited sequel has been released. James Cameron has submerged us in the waters of Pandora for the first of many sequels called Avatar: The Way of Water.

As a quick refresher, at the end of Avatar, Jake Sully, who was human in Avatar form, becomes part of the Na’vi. He’s fallen in love with Neytiri and her people. Years later, we find Jake Sully living a peaceful life with his family in the forests of Pandora, but the threat of the sky people’s return looms. Of course, that threat comes to destroy Jake’s family’s peace. Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na’vi race to protect their home. Blue combat hijinks ensue.

Now, everything about this movie screams big screen viewing. We have James Cameron, a long delay since the first movie, awesome tech and CGI, big fight scenes etc. This highly imaginative movie just lacks imagination. Yes, that seems contradictory to state, but it’s the best way to describe what’s going on here. For such a long delay for this sequel to come, Cameron and crew failed to use those years to expand upon the Avatar universe and tell a more interesting story. While we’re dealing with slightly new creatures that live in the water rather than the forest, the plot is basically the same as the original. The real question is whether the new technology that’s been developed and utilized in making The Way of Water makes this movie worthwhile. I’m fairly ambivalent about it.

On one hand, the spectacle of the effects is truly stunning. The water is so blue and clear. The colors are dazzling. Your eyes can barely keep up because there is something new to see, it seems, in every frame. There are animals that we haven’t seen before that dominate the screen. Those animals have personalities of their own. The integration of real human performances with the motion capture performances is pretty seamless as well. There really isn’t anything wrong with the look of Avatar: The Way of Water. Also, when the action kicks into high gear 90 minutes into the movie, the tension and momentum take over and make the last 90 minutes sail by.

On the other hand, when a movie is 3 hours long, it would be great for it to be at least a little unpredictable. It feels like every beat of the story is either a carbon copy of what happened in the original or it is a predictable extension of what’s to come. Furthermore, the obvious environmental theme is not very subtle. It is good that the filmmakers have a point of view and that this crazy, action spectacle has something to say about our world, but does it have to be so obvious? Really, 3 hours to tell this story??? No, sir! Not necessary.

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FreeRunner29Dec 18, 2022
The acting, filmography, environments and cgi were all excellent. The 3D was amazing at moments and underwhelming in others. The storyline is where I am docking a couple of points. It was essentially the first movie but, in water. DefinitelyThe acting, filmography, environments and cgi were all excellent. The 3D was amazing at moments and underwhelming in others. The storyline is where I am docking a couple of points. It was essentially the first movie but, in water. Definitely worth a watch but not anything I am dying to see again.… Expand
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Kdog152Dec 21, 2022
Great story, beyond amazing special effects and tha acting was good, however, I do feel that it was a bit too long. However, it wasn't boring, so ig that's not the worst thing in the world. It had some me really emotional parts and it wasn'tGreat story, beyond amazing special effects and tha acting was good, however, I do feel that it was a bit too long. However, it wasn't boring, so ig that's not the worst thing in the world. It had some me really emotional parts and it wasn't just all shooting and fighting all the time which is great as it provides a good balance. And again, this film is just so beautiful!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For sure.… Expand
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AnimedudeDec 19, 2022
Amazing cgi which captures the imagination. Good plot twists that are complimentary of great character development.
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InShaneDec 26, 2022
"Avatar: The Way of Water" was beautiful but a bit by the books, in terms of the narrative. I'll get the obvious stuff outa the way quickly. This movie is visually breathtaking! All of the CGI and VFX felt seamless with any "real people""Avatar: The Way of Water" was beautiful but a bit by the books, in terms of the narrative. I'll get the obvious stuff outa the way quickly. This movie is visually breathtaking! All of the CGI and VFX felt seamless with any "real people" acting, there were points where I honestly could not decipher weather or not I was looking at a computer image or a real person. The 3-D was also amazing, normally, I don't care about 3-D at all, but it was a real treat in this movie. Definitely don't wait to stream "The Way of Water" home, watch it at the best movie screen you can watch it on.

That said, the bulk of the story was very similar to the first movie. A lot of the same story beats, except Jake is doing everything with a family instead of by himself and in a water setting instead of a forest setting. Another issue I had with the story was the underutilization of Neytiri. It felt like she didn't exist for 2/3 of the movie up to a point where she was "needed" for specific events to unfold. This may be due to giving all the new characters plenty of spot light so they can flesh out properly, which I feel like the movie did well.

While I feel "Avatar: The Way of Water" certainly doesn't live up to 13 years of expectations, it delivers in spectacle, immersion and emotion. You can really feel James Cameron's creativity and passion with this sequel. The world of Pandora has been expanded on just enough to make you hungry for the next movie.… Expand
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BlizzyyDec 19, 2022
Amazing worldbuiling with solid directing and storytelling. James Cameron again sets a new standard for digital effects. The only real issue is some of the performances and some scenes going on for too long.
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PotterheadGleekDec 17, 2022
If you don't consider this film the cinematography event of the year, then you are wrong. The Way of Water it's worth the long wait James Cameron put us through.
The storyline, the photography, and the visual effects are flawless.
And a bigIf you don't consider this film the cinematography event of the year, then you are wrong. The Way of Water it's worth the long wait James Cameron put us through.
The storyline, the photography, and the visual effects are flawless.
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All_ButTrU4Dec 17, 2022
A rich visually stunning indulgent triumph! James Cameron confidence in this film is earned and whilst the three hours might be a few landscape shots too many you can't help but appreciate the splendor of it all. This sequel feels ,in plot,A rich visually stunning indulgent triumph! James Cameron confidence in this film is earned and whilst the three hours might be a few landscape shots too many you can't help but appreciate the splendor of it all. This sequel feels ,in plot, just as average as the first. A war between warring races for dominace on the mesmerizing pandora but the added perspective of unveiling the world not as an outsider but instead as it's native allows for it to be explored in more deliberate and fantastic ways. It allows you to witness the culture ,connect with what the Human colonial efforts threaten with their "progress ". The acting is good with well paced action. One notable flaw which I felt appeared on another visually stunning franchise, Dune, is that it feels like it owes its entire existence to setting up the next film. Which isn't too bad but when three ours and some are considered you notice the movies deliberate meandering at some points with a bit less fascination and a fraction of annoyance because you can't help but wonder the lengths it would have taken if allowed to be free of those expectations. Overall I enjoyed it and can only recommend you rush to theaters to see it as it's a spectal that deserves that big screen first impression. 8.8/10… Expand
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DunkaccinoDec 27, 2022
With The Way of Water, James Cameron has proven that, after all these years, he is still a master of spectacle. After “Titanic,” “Aliens,” the Terminator movies, and the first Avatar, he has, once again, delivered an extraordinaryWith The Way of Water, James Cameron has proven that, after all these years, he is still a master of spectacle. After “Titanic,” “Aliens,” the Terminator movies, and the first Avatar, he has, once again, delivered an extraordinary blockbuster. He is a filmmaker that understands blockbusters are supposed to be something more than explosions and big-name stars.… Expand
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Amal234Dec 31, 2022
One of the best movie experience ever. What a movie appreciate the director for his awesome creation. Quality awesome ❤️ Cinematography
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RPGFunDec 22, 2022
What a good night out! The last hour was like a thrilling ride on a rollercoaster! What an epic immersive adventure! Escapism at its best!
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DobianJun 19, 2023
Let's get the bad stuff out of the way first. Yes, the Way of Water has the same hamfisted and heavy-handed plot as the original, with the evil militaristic humans returning to Pandora to exploit it once again. After rendering EarthLet's get the bad stuff out of the way first. Yes, the Way of Water has the same hamfisted and heavy-handed plot as the original, with the evil militaristic humans returning to Pandora to exploit it once again. After rendering Earth uninhabitable, humanity has obviously set its sights on wrecking Pandora's environment in the next thousand years. The human race - planetary demolition specialists! We get it. There is the obligatory mothership landing which sets off a massive forest fire. The thoughtless humans can't even bother to set their ship down in a clearing. And we get to watch more burning villages along with heartless whale hunting. And with all the military hardware, this looks more like an invasion of Afghanistan than a space colonization effort. Semper Fi!

The other thing I cannot fathom is what possessed Edie Falco to take on a nothingburger role as the general leading this mission? Carmela Soprano's big scene is a torture/interrogation where she delivers cookie-cutter lines with the deadpan tone of someone clearly checked out of this film. Did she owe James Cameron a favor or something?

Now the good. Spectacular visuals and special effects. Both the panoramic views of Pandora and the small details in the forests and the ocean are amazing. And because the main characters are all CGI Na'vi, there is no issue with the aging of the actors over the fourteen years since the original. While the movie is hugely long, it was paced well and never boring to me. If it were released as two 95-minute movies, it would be a non-issue. I enjoyed Sully's kids and their conflict with the kids in the sea village where they take refuge, and the subplot about the alien whale that one of the kids bonds with. The main plot, where Sully must again defeat Quaritch - who has improbably been brought back to life as a Na'vi clone with all his memories intact - is predictable, but the action scenes are great (including an amusing reference to Titanic in the final segment), even if so much of it is crazily improbable. Bow-slinging natives on flying lizards against heavy artillery? Ummm...no. Check your disbelief at the door.

Despite the negatives and a predictable plot, The Way of Water was an entertaining, over-the-top film. When you look at it for what it is, as a fantasy adventure and not serious science fiction, you can hand-waive the lack of nuance and accept the black-and-white "good must conquer evil" narrative. On that level, The Way of Water works.… Expand
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RobobobDec 22, 2022
James Cameron has been one of the consistently greatest directors for the past few decades now and my biggest complaint is that he doesn't make more movies. Movies like Avatar, filmed with real 3D cameras, instead of converting normal to 3DJames Cameron has been one of the consistently greatest directors for the past few decades now and my biggest complaint is that he doesn't make more movies. Movies like Avatar, filmed with real 3D cameras, instead of converting normal to 3D in post prodcution, are the only way to see 3D iMax. If you haven't seen a real 3D movie then check this out, it is a world of difference.… Expand
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Razrback16Apr 11, 2023
Good solid movie but I will say (slight spoiler) - the "whale scene" was outright disturbing. There was no need for that scene to be as long and thorough as it was...absolutely rough and traumatic to watch. If they hadn't made that scene soGood solid movie but I will say (slight spoiler) - the "whale scene" was outright disturbing. There was no need for that scene to be as long and thorough as it was...absolutely rough and traumatic to watch. If they hadn't made that scene so awful I would have given this a 9.… Expand
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TAPRJan 31, 2023
Um espetáculo visual! Faz sentido esperar tanto tempo pro CGI evoluir e conseguirem reproduzir mundos tão detalhados e cheios de vida. A historia é bem simples, mas a interação dos personagens com o ecossistema do planeta é muito bom.
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januarysixteenJan 14, 2023
Amazing 3D ride. Yes, a similar story to the first one. Yes, cliche utopian view of native cultures versus civilization. Yes, bland characters (except for the villain). But no one does 3D and action like Cameron.
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BleedingJesterDec 27, 2022
The Movie is great visually it looks amazing which is unsurprising the story was definitley more interesting and memorable than the first Movie albeit simple but there are a few plot points that are reused from the first movie that I foundThe Movie is great visually it looks amazing which is unsurprising the story was definitley more interesting and memorable than the first Movie albeit simple but there are a few plot points that are reused from the first movie that I found lazy that just didnt need reused the movie also felt like it was an hour too long… Expand
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infraReconApr 1, 2023
It looks nice, but it's way too long for the simple plot it was trying to convey, the characters are misused and fill the plot for no real reason besides for getting plot-specific McGuffins to advance the story, only the story doesn't goIt looks nice, but it's way too long for the simple plot it was trying to convey, the characters are misused and fill the plot for no real reason besides for getting plot-specific McGuffins to advance the story, only the story doesn't go anyway besides for a negative body count.

VFX: 20/10, The visuals of this film can probably cure blindness.
Story and plot: 4/10, very below standard nothing that gets you thinking.
Characters: 6/10, not that many exciting characters besides Jake and His Wife and a child that technically isn't his.
Action: 8/10, good action but not overly satisfying.

It's a 7/10, overall, it's not a bad film, it's just a simple one, with no depth, it's pretty much the aftermath of the first film and not a sequel that goes somewhere significant. Though I would probably watch the third movie, to see the revenge plot play out, hopefully, the 3rd movie is not 4 hours, James should focus on putting more time into Story and Plot and not showing glowing lights for 30 minutes.… Expand
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xxxkichaxxxDec 23, 2022
Went to see it yesterday in 4dx movie. I would rate movie as solid 9, as there were a few inconsistencies in the story that don't make much sense, or cheese moments. However, 4Dx experience was 7 at best, the chairs were bloody moving ALL theWent to see it yesterday in 4dx movie. I would rate movie as solid 9, as there were a few inconsistencies in the story that don't make much sense, or cheese moments. However, 4Dx experience was 7 at best, the chairs were bloody moving ALL the time stealing the effects from actual cut scenes. So, I would recommend to go to IMAX to get a better emersion into the movie. But like with the 1st one, stunning visuals, average story that is not trying to be something else and a good amusement for the evening. Will go to IMAX, or will wait blue Ray disk later on to immerse myself into the movie again.… Expand
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BoblingTDec 23, 2022
Incredibly poggers in literally every way. One of the few films with a broad appeal without compromising it's creative vision.
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