Avatar
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 18, 2009
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YoursTrulyNov 9, 2012
As I once heard it put: "A sight to behold. A story to forget".
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irmaodDec 15, 2012
is a film with great graphics but the story is no big deal is anyway
a film that sees to the end with a bit of enthusiasm do not know is how is the film with the highest revenue ever
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4
nirishan9Jan 13, 2013
The movie is nearly fun to watch, but misses that by a thin hair. The story i abominable. Cheese and bore. The effects, while entertaining can't last the length of the movie, which by the first half, is begging you to leave.
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shpreaJun 28, 2013
This movie is meant to look and sound good, and really that's it. Other than all the CGI and special effect, there's nothing much to the movie. The plot is nothing we haven't seen before the characters aren't that interesting, and the 3DThis movie is meant to look and sound good, and really that's it. Other than all the CGI and special effect, there's nothing much to the movie. The plot is nothing we haven't seen before the characters aren't that interesting, and the 3D never adds much. If you want to see a good looking movie, then this is for you. If you want a good story, go see "Dances with Wolves", which has a very similar plot that is twice as good.… Expand
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MereopinionsMar 13, 2013
The action was what you'd expect from such a big block buster. And I kinda like the premise of the story but the story turned out fake and emotionless in my opinion. Also I couldn't find it in me to care about a single character. The love ofThe action was what you'd expect from such a big block buster. And I kinda like the premise of the story but the story turned out fake and emotionless in my opinion. Also I couldn't find it in me to care about a single character. The love of the main characters was poorly developed as well. In the end it's not for me. But those of you that just want to see blue aliens go to battle against mankind because we're invading their planet. Go for it.… Expand
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4
bsykes91Jun 20, 2013
Overrated and shallow, Avatar is one of the enigmas of film making. How could a movie with a tired story line, hilariously one-dimensional characters, and poor script have such good critical reviews? Given, the movie has stylish directingOverrated and shallow, Avatar is one of the enigmas of film making. How could a movie with a tired story line, hilariously one-dimensional characters, and poor script have such good critical reviews? Given, the movie has stylish directing and fantastic visuals, but I could have the exact same entertainment experience on a theme park ride. A good movie is supposed to tell a story and have relatable characters, and Avatar had neither of those things. One thing I will say is that the movie gave me a good laugh, when the stereotypical grunt Marine was in the robot suit and pulled out a comically huge knife, I thought that was the funniest thing ever. If you are looking for a film with some substance, don't see Avatar, but if you just want some eye-candy, you might like it.… Expand
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ypomoniJul 5, 2013
The special effects were indeed amazing, the direction great, the photography too....but this story has been told a hundred times before, and in much better ways. It's an overly simplistic divide between the good guys (the natives) and theThe special effects were indeed amazing, the direction great, the photography too....but this story has been told a hundred times before, and in much better ways. It's an overly simplistic divide between the good guys (the natives) and the bad guys (the greedy invaders). Any moral conflicts seemed to be redundant; in fact, the film was extremely predictable (like we all didn't know what was going to happen when Jake was told the story about the Toruk....). Overall, not a bad film, but the extensive hype and predictable storyline ruined it for me.… Expand
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RvwFromUpHereMar 1, 2017
No doubt a visual accomplishment, but let's be real, they are looking for a mineral called "unobtanium," this is the blockbuster thrill ride Middle-America has been waiting for their whole lives.
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BarneyOnMTJan 5, 2016
WHAT I LIKED: A great and genuinely original idea for a big blockbuster - 'Avatar' succeeds on many levels. It explores some serious themes whilst still making you connect with the characters thanks to great acting and development. It's alsoWHAT I LIKED: A great and genuinely original idea for a big blockbuster - 'Avatar' succeeds on many levels. It explores some serious themes whilst still making you connect with the characters thanks to great acting and development. It's also visually stunning, being one of the rare films that aesthetically just makes all moviegoers very impressed
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: It's very long: too long for family viewing with younger children and almost too long even for adults - you feel like parts could have been cut without detrementing the overall experience. 'Avatar' is also quite confusing for first watching, but this length stops you from wanting to watch it twice.
VERDICT: A very impressive fleshed out but dragged out piece of film making from Cameron.… Expand
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moheetoDec 22, 2016
this movie is in serious need of a charismatic lead - and unfortunately, in Sam Worthington, it falls way short. The failings of this movie were camouflaged by the razzle dazzle back in 2010 but 6 years later it falls apart rather horribly.this movie is in serious need of a charismatic lead - and unfortunately, in Sam Worthington, it falls way short. The failings of this movie were camouflaged by the razzle dazzle back in 2010 but 6 years later it falls apart rather horribly. it doesn't look pleasant watching this on a modern television.… Expand
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Alux789Apr 24, 2023
This movie was stupid, there were a lot of non-logical situations, there was a feeling that the script for the film was written according to a template, because while watching I was guessing all the time what would happen next. The film makesThis movie was stupid, there were a lot of non-logical situations, there was a feeling that the script for the film was written according to a template, because while watching I was guessing all the time what would happen next. The film makes you think of good and evil as unambiguous things, it shows evil tyrants and good saviors, the film does not allow you to determine for yourself what is good and what is evil, it inspires you with a single opinion. But the film has advantages, or rather one, which is that it is not boring to watch… Expand
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DarkwingSchmuckMar 8, 2022
Despite being touted for its groundbreaking visuals, Avatar looks more like an incredibly expensive video game. It shouldn't be surprising this James Cameron film is filled with space marine action, but the standard plot and forgettableDespite being touted for its groundbreaking visuals, Avatar looks more like an incredibly expensive video game. It shouldn't be surprising this James Cameron film is filled with space marine action, but the standard plot and forgettable characters should be a surprise. It's way too long at nearly 3-hours, with its heavy environmental themes seen through a very simplistic lens. Avatar also has the distinction of featuring the weirdest and most uncomfortable love scene ever seen in a major release.… Expand
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Nightscape_Apr 18, 2023
The graphics are very good, even by 2023 standards. The acting if fine and so is the cinematography. However the writing is really, really bad. Every character is one-dimensional and stereotypical. The businessmen are bad and the military areThe graphics are very good, even by 2023 standards. The acting if fine and so is the cinematography. However the writing is really, really bad. Every character is one-dimensional and stereotypical. The businessmen are bad and the military are idiots who want to kill everything. The lines the characters speak is eye-rolling and predictable. There are lines of exposition all over the place rather than using subtly and have the scenes explain the story. The plot is paper-thin; throughout the film it is hard not to know what is going to happen next because the writing to so unordinary. This film is very preachy and is one of those movies that is supposed to make you feel bad and guilty for being human.

I have seen a lot worse films as I've experienced phase four Marvel and Disney Star Wars; this is no where as bad. This movie is watchable, but the plot, story, and characters are trope, predictable, stereotypical. I would recommend skipping this film but know it is not the worst movie in the world, just very, very average and a bit boring.… Expand
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