Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 18, 2009
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Efg1806Sep 7, 2023
Um dos melhores filmes de ficção que eu já vi; O mundo, personagens, história, tudo é perfeito. Além do mais, revolucionou a indústria do cinema como conhecemos em questão de CGI.
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AmadouIraklidisAug 11, 2023
It's the highest grossing film of all time for a reason. Beautiful movie. Plot wasn't anything crazy, pretty typical, but wow it's still an incredible movie. Wow. Stunning visuals. Great movie.
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ChemikerJul 29, 2023
Фильм вышедший в 2009г в декабре, и вроде даже ходил на него в кино, точно не помню, нашумел он в свое время прилично.

Режиссёр Джеймс Кэмерон Сценарий, идея Джеймс Кэмерон По моему в него не очень тогда верили, но оно того стоило. Ибо
Фильм вышедший в 2009г в декабре, и вроде даже ходил на него в кино, точно не помню, нашумел он в свое время прилично.

Режиссёр Джеймс Кэмерон
Сценарий, идея Джеймс Кэмерон

По моему в него не очень тогда верили, но оно того стоило. Ибо просто все очень красиво выглядит, а это мы еще не коснулись других аспектов.
Касательно идее, не сказал бы что прям идея нова, нет - здесь освоение нового мира по аналогии с колонизацией америки с космо тематикой, магия тут заключается в другом.
Мир - дорого, правдоподобно, интересно.
Сюжет - на наших глазах происходит становления героя, но я бы посмотрел, как по мне .... Но так бы не получилось бы кино, так что "герой". Освободитель народа нави.
ГГ не один персонаж данной истории, так же есть как другие люди, так нави.
Люди в свою очередь делятся на 2 типа, милитаристы и сочувствующие (их меньшинство)
Результат конечно предсказуем, но в этом что то есть.
Ну и нави, самое интересное что есть эпизод, где они опускают руки, и только Джейк, воодушевляет их, мда.... Ведь можно было избежать кровопролития..
Финальная битва где по данным 2.5к нави против хм хм 100-200 морпехов еле еле, ну и конечно же дуэль, мммм
Вообщем концовка, не подкачала.
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Akoden777Jul 10, 2023
Best movie I have ever seen in my life. I got so excited about it I even joined the LearnNavi community which you can find if you google it. I hope they add the Na'vi language on Duolingo! A must watch for everyone!!!!!!!
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AgentLviJul 7, 2023
Masterpiece movie. The story is so enjoyable, scoring is really great, visual is decent, and the voice is stunning
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LeviHLTZJun 1, 2023
Avatar is one of those movies that will remain in my mind forever. The storytelling and the way it's been pictured leaves the audience at the edge of their seats. I mean, James Cameron never disappointed in all his lifetime career, but thisAvatar is one of those movies that will remain in my mind forever. The storytelling and the way it's been pictured leaves the audience at the edge of their seats. I mean, James Cameron never disappointed in all his lifetime career, but this Avatar movie boy is still the one that leaves you speechless.. Expand
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pablocamarguMay 5, 2023
Avatar é a melhor série ja criada para o cinema, novo mundo, novas historias.
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huginodensenMay 1, 2023
Excelente pelicula, que buen guion, efectos especiales y juego de personajes!!
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MalwareLordApr 26, 2023
Good but not my taste Good but not my taste Good but not my taste Good but not my taste
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AREXPFeb 26, 2023
Review: Entertainment: 5/5
Acting: 4/5
Story: 5/5 (Advance concept for 2009) Score/Screenplay/Sound: 5/5 Length: 5/5 Is it worth watching a second time: Yes Watch it Alone or In a Group Setting: Both work fine Keywords: AI, Robots,
Review: Entertainment: 5/5
Acting: 4/5
Story: 5/5 (Advance concept for 2009)
Score/Screenplay/Sound: 5/5
Length: 5/5

Is it worth watching a second time: Yes

Watch it Alone or In a Group Setting: Both work fine

Keywords: AI, Robots, Avatars, War, Nuclear, Romance, Futuristic, Universe, Lord Shiva

P.S. Great concept for 2009, Avatars look like Lord Shiva (Hindu god of Destruction) who has many avatars which he uses to destroy and defeat evil on the planet. But in the movie, Humans transfer their conscience and soul to Navi.
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Kdog152Feb 25, 2023
Tbh this is batter than the sequel. This film does a great job on showing the human race's greed and what we'd do to get what we want. The story is wonderfully written and the visuals are out of this world.
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DontBeAJinxFeb 5, 2023
Not much to say about this film because its on hell of a great film.. definitely a top 5 for me. gotta watch it in VR is wayyyyy better.
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BigDaddyAstroFeb 3, 2023
This Movie Looks Great! And they are like "its blue time" but humans say no "it human time"
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eva3si0nJan 22, 2023
Avatar is the highest-grossing film ever. Already no more than 10 has passed, and no one interrupted him. And I watched it only now and missed little. It's definitely not the best film of Cameron's career. In my personal opinion, he will notAvatar is the highest-grossing film ever. Already no more than 10 has passed, and no one interrupted him. And I watched it only now and missed little. It's definitely not the best film of Cameron's career. In my personal opinion, he will not even get into the TOP 5. Avatar refers to those films that need to be watched only in the cinema and only in IMAX. This is the only way to get true pleasure from it. But even after 14 years, the film looks amazing in terms of CGI quality level. It's really amazing. Yes, now it is perceived as a given, but in 2009 it was shaking. The story itself is clearly relegated to the background. Avatar is like Crysis in the video industry. Beautiful and technological, but boring and empty in essence. Expand
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gracjanskiApr 4, 2020
What a masterpiece of one of the best directors of the last decades. Great effects and pictures, that fits to the story perfectly. The world they created is very interesting and I was always eager to find more. The story is well written youWhat a masterpiece of one of the best directors of the last decades. Great effects and pictures, that fits to the story perfectly. The world they created is very interesting and I was always eager to find more. The story is well written you will find a lot of similarities to USA today and during the time of genocide of american natives. Also the characters are well written. Expand
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mikesgold2KJan 11, 2023
Historia nadal miejscami się nie klei i jest pełna klisz oraz magicznych uproszczeń. Jednak ten film nadrabia fenomenalnymi efektami specjalnymi - robi wrażenie
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BorgorosJan 7, 2023
I give the score to the extended cut, because I watch that edition every time I watch this movie. Cameron knows how to make something new and thrilling! Well made in the most believable way possible, great characters all around. Cameron'sI give the score to the extended cut, because I watch that edition every time I watch this movie. Cameron knows how to make something new and thrilling! Well made in the most believable way possible, great characters all around. Cameron's villains are always great, you know Jake, Neytiri or Quaritch will never give up until death itself takes them. Expand
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LeNerdDec 28, 2022
I had to watch Avatar a few times to realize what a wonderful film it is. Now this is a modern classic I guess and James Cameron is just a revolutionary and great director
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AJ_13Dec 26, 2022
THE GOOD: Visual spectacle, even though I had to watch it on an IPad. Better VFX than the inmense majority of films of this last 5 years. Loved some of the characters. Simply a great action/adventure movie.

THE BAD: Most characters are too
THE GOOD: Visual spectacle, even though I had to watch it on an IPad. Better VFX than the inmense majority of films of this last 5 years. Loved some of the characters. Simply a great action/adventure movie.

THE BAD: Most characters are too plain or simple, and so is the story.
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AlexDionisio1Dec 18, 2022
A rich classic film, revolutionary and one of the greatest of all time! There's nothing else like it!
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ZackasaurDec 15, 2022
Perhaps the most perfect film ever created. Enough said. Some people will think it's cool to show their lack of humanity and lash out about this film's historic accomplishments. Just point and laugh at them.
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Kostas_SpirouDec 29, 2021
Mind-blowing, colorful, immersive, incredible CGI, amazing cinematography and visuals, this movie truly was ahead of its time.
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HabibiehakimDec 9, 2022
James Cameron's Avatar epic is fills with some of the most fascinating visual and special effect achievement in movie history, Pandora is a wild beautiful worlds of wonder, it's an engaging long epic story that fills with a lot of hearts,James Cameron's Avatar epic is fills with some of the most fascinating visual and special effect achievement in movie history, Pandora is a wild beautiful worlds of wonder, it's an engaging long epic story that fills with a lot of hearts, these characters and these worlds are created by James Cameron as visionary and as genius as George Lucas Star Wars, Avatar wasn't a perfect movie, i can still nit picky out some things, noticeably or not, but what's in there for most of the time was just incredible, Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana works are amazing, the real villain of the film for me the outrageous Colonel Miles Quaritch played perfectly by Stephen Lang, and the rest of the cast is just as amazing as them, Avatar is fun, it's epic, it's wild, it's beautiful, it's exciting, it's powerful, it's long, but it's worth it for basically almost everything. Expand
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DunkaccinoNov 30, 2022
This is the best kind of blockbuster visual-fest: Imaginative, refreshing, and has its audience in awe. It should also be praised that this movie is so easy to look at. It has some of the smoothest cinematography and editing.
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GiugiOct 2, 2022
This film is good only for the special effects and for the design of the creatures, the rest is not that great and the plot is even worse because it is banal and without particular feeling.
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liamexeOct 1, 2022
Prior to seeing this film After watching the trailer, I had low expectations. I knew the special effects would be amazing before I even entered the theatre, and I'm not lying when I say they were. The setting had been beautifully painted byPrior to seeing this film After watching the trailer, I had low expectations. I knew the special effects would be amazing before I even entered the theatre, and I'm not lying when I say they were. The setting had been beautifully painted by James Cameron for the audience to view and enjoy. A location you wish were real. You'll become enthralled, that much is certain.

The story, though, is what I had anticipated would follow next. Without a doubt, it was a fantastic narrative. But after watching the teaser, you already knew how everything would turn out since it was so simple. Additionally, I found the stereotype of the army guy to be too strong.
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alejandro970Sep 28, 2022
I couldn't say if the Na'vi planet is the ideal one to explore or go on vacation. With everything and the divided opinions, it is a fact that this film created another before and after in the field of special effects, which in no way tarnishI couldn't say if the Na'vi planet is the ideal one to explore or go on vacation. With everything and the divided opinions, it is a fact that this film created another before and after in the field of special effects, which in no way tarnish a plot with an ecological context that somewhat refers to Princess Mononoke (1997) by Hayao Miyazaki. Now, to wait if the long-awaited sequel meets expectations. Expand
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DolphinReviewsJul 21, 2022
It’s one of the highest grossing films for a reason. It’s really good. Watch it.
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TheGreenRoomJul 21, 2022
I know it is 13 years after release, but I am just now creating my metacritic account. I also think Avatar is still relevant in people's minds. For one, the sequel is coming soon. But also, this movie gets a weird amount of hate. TheI know it is 13 years after release, but I am just now creating my metacritic account. I also think Avatar is still relevant in people's minds. For one, the sequel is coming soon. But also, this movie gets a weird amount of hate. The criticism is that the writing and dialogue is bad and that the movie is a rip off of Pocahontas and other films like it. I would argue that themes are recycled throughout Hollywood all the time, and Avatar does it in a very unique way that adds substance and depth to the story. What made Avatar so great was obviously the action, the visuals, the art design and the special effects. And you can call the plot a rip off all you want, but I thought it was awesome. I think anytime you use metaphors for real world problems, some people get mad and offended. That being said, I do think this film has weaknesses. I do agree some of the dialogue is mediocre. Also, I don't think Sam Worthington did a very good job as Jake Sully. But overall its one my favorite films, and I can't wait for the sequel. The haters can keep hating. Expand
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All_ButTrU4May 9, 2022
Nothing about this story is particularly new or challenging but what undeniably elevates this film of colonial romance is it's galactic setting and ambitious presentation. Cameron's choice to create a 3D visual feast was a wise one as itNothing about this story is particularly new or challenging but what undeniably elevates this film of colonial romance is it's galactic setting and ambitious presentation. Cameron's choice to create a 3D visual feast was a wise one as it allowed for the audience to invest in the world they're creating. It's a work of great effort and skill in both direction and performance as the motion sensory method of animating the Na'Vii allows for realistic cgi movements. It's a cinematic achievement that should be regarded as more than just a star crossed lover story but an epic Sci fi with few limits and a pg story of love. Expand
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NickTheCritickNov 14, 2021
Jake Sully is a wheelchair-bound marine who agrees to move to the planet Pandora (44 light-years away from Earth) to replace his dead brother. He was a scientist whose mission was to explore the planet through an avatar.
To be honest this is
Jake Sully is a wheelchair-bound marine who agrees to move to the planet Pandora (44 light-years away from Earth) to replace his dead brother. He was a scientist whose mission was to explore the planet through an avatar.
To be honest this is not my favourite Cameron's movie. Maybe because I saw it on TV and the film really loses a lot if you experience it that way. This film should be experienced more as a cinematic experience and outside certain contexts it turns out to be a normal but pleasant film.
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xiaobrook3Apr 9, 2022
One of the Great Sci-Fi Movies! Actually took 13 years of voyage back and forth :)
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ProfAmateurJan 16, 2022
What a movie. It says so much about human beeings. I hope we never find other lifes in the universe, because we will destroy it like we do it here already.
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iCampoRamilNov 16, 2021
Una obra maestra de su época que hay que ver sí o sí. Un gran precedente al cine moderno.
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Kostas101Oct 18, 2021
Mind-blowing, colorful, immersive, incredible CGI, amazing cinematography & visuals, this movie truly was ahead of it's time.
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robertoiglesiasMay 12, 2020
Yes, the story is too familiar to other plots, but it's not poorly executed or written. And outside of that, the production values are awesome.
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Falcon666Aug 18, 2021
This James Cameron movie had no business knocking off his own box office breaking film 'Titanic'. 'Avatar' is only an average film, relies too heavily on CGI, and has clunky dialogue throughout. Moreover, it has not aged well, whereasThis James Cameron movie had no business knocking off his own box office breaking film 'Titanic'. 'Avatar' is only an average film, relies too heavily on CGI, and has clunky dialogue throughout. Moreover, it has not aged well, whereas 'Titanic' is an endearing classic. Expand
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KelpFPSAug 13, 2021
A James Cameron masterpiece, avatar is a brilliant movie with amazing CGI, great cast of characters, and remarkable storytelling which had me in tears at-least four times!
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Jp2017Aug 9, 2021
Amazing movie with an amazing cast although some scenes nowadays are questionable… I still love this movie after all these years!
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MrPajamasJul 21, 2021
The Film Revolution. Since Avatar, we can go to the cinema to see 3D movies. Whether one is a fan of 3D or not, James Cameron has done something incredible and changed cinema forever. I may not be a big fan of 3D, but I love it and it givesThe Film Revolution. Since Avatar, we can go to the cinema to see 3D movies. Whether one is a fan of 3D or not, James Cameron has done something incredible and changed cinema forever. I may not be a big fan of 3D, but I love it and it gives such Marvel movies a tasty extra juice in my opinion. I can thank Cameron for that. Thank you. Unfortunately, the main movie that is supposed to be the best thing about 3D I didn't get to see in the theater. That's when Avatar somehow passed me by. I didn't get to it until years later. I have to say I'm sorry I didn't see it in the cinema, but even at home on a proper TV with good speakers it was a real blast. It's a wonderful show. Really beautiful. Beautiful scenery with amazing creatures and especially the Avatars themselves look phenomenal. The story is great, but what we think doesn't play a major role here. It's the environment that plays the main role, along with the effects and phenomenal action. I also have to praise the wonderful soundtrack, which underlined the whole splendor. With this film, the better the facility where you watch the film, the better the experience. Avatar is a MUST-SEE for me and a great film that I recommend. Expand
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Jakelogo2005Jul 5, 2021
This film, no matter how many times I watch it, always at the end it will make me feel like a child again
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Kai82Apr 4, 2021
It is the case were I had given a 10/10 after watching. Over the years however I question myself if it was really that good except the phenomenal 3D effects (It is still the poster-child for 3D cinema). Strangely this is a common response nowIt is the case were I had given a 10/10 after watching. Over the years however I question myself if it was really that good except the phenomenal 3D effects (It is still the poster-child for 3D cinema). Strangely this is a common response now or lets say others had the same thoughts. For those who don't believe this. Have you heard Avatar being named in the best movie lists in recent years (not to be confused with most successful)? For itself it is James Camerons most successful movie and also the highest grossing film of all times (Switched with Avengers Endgame after re-releases). It has phenomenal 3D effects and is one of a few movies I absolutely recommend watching in a 3D cinema. The other special effects / computer animations were amazing too. They put a lot of effort in creating a world that feels genuine and believable. We never doubted the setting, worldbuilding or scenery. Alone for this I recommend to watch it. Lets go to the story: It is set in the year 2154. Earths resources are nearly depleted and humanity will face a dire energy crisis that will destroy civilization if nothing is done. On the moon Pandora in another solar system exists an element named Unobtanium (pun?) that can solve humanities energy problems. However there are problems as the atmosphere is poisonous to humans and it is inhabited by dangerous animal and intelligent but not technical advanced blue humanoid aliens called Na’vi. Mining the resources is devastating to the environment. It is the story of Jake Sully a former marine who will replace his deceased brother on a mission to Pandora. The mission will change and challenge him more than he can ever imagine. I am heavily avoiding spoilers here even why it is called Avatar. The story is excellent and engaging. However it uses familiar themes and tropes. It has themes from Princess Mononoke, Pocahontas, Daces with Wolves and the Emerald Forest to name those I knew. Because it is immersive and engaging this is not a weakness. It takes familiar themes, tropes and stereotypes and mixes them into a strong movie experience. There is also a lot of philosophical and moral themes to discus (We had a lot of good discussion back then). This movie is of cause also carried by the actors. We have Sam Worthington as Jake Sully and he does an amazing job He sells the emotions and inner conflicts well and shines with a great performance. This is equally true for Zoe Saldana. She made an awesome performance and is a highlight of the movie. The rest of the cast is strong too. We have Stephen Lang as Colonel Miles Quaritch who is a deep character with understandable motives and flaws. Sigourney Weaver as Dr. Grace Augustine is the hidden gem of the movie. She made an amazing performance and deserves full credits. I also praise Michelle Rodriguez as Trudy Chacon and Lez Alonso for their performance. Every actor delivers and I see no missteps. I already mentioned the special effects and visuals. I can only repeat how amazing it looked. The world is fully believable and everything looks amazing (Wildlife, fauna and landscapes). The perfect 3D cinema poster-child. They put a lot of care and thought into it I I praise the whole team. The soundtrack by James Horner rounds up the experience. The rest was movie history as Avatar broke all box office records. It is well liked by critics and fans but will not be named as best movie of all times. Overall I am back to my beginning statement. It is a 10/10 movie when I watched it first. Later I had my doubts and think in the 8-9/10 range. However because of the worldbuilding and good memories I will go with a 10/10 and would recommend it for everyone as it has a place in movie history. Expand
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TheTimeProjectMar 24, 2021
Avatar is fantastic at creating a world that you want to spend time in. And its home to some great cinematography. Unfortunately, the plot gets really messy after the 2 hour mark, and the film drags on a little too long. But worst of all, theAvatar is fantastic at creating a world that you want to spend time in. And its home to some great cinematography. Unfortunately, the plot gets really messy after the 2 hour mark, and the film drags on a little too long. But worst of all, the film does the white savior narrative note for note with no self awareness. Expand
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MATMMar 19, 2021
Wow, what a movie. Maybe it is just all of the subpar Netflix movies I have been watching recently, but “Avatar” has aged exceptionally well in the 11 years since its release. The battle sequence actually has emotional resonance. I haveWow, what a movie. Maybe it is just all of the subpar Netflix movies I have been watching recently, but “Avatar” has aged exceptionally well in the 11 years since its release. The battle sequence actually has emotional resonance. I have seen so much war in Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Marvel movies, but I never cared about any of them. Cameron got me invested in a way none of the others could. If you can enjoy a roller coaster movie, you should love this one, especially if you have a solid theater system. If you can find a way to watch this as it was intended, in 3D, by all means do it, but even in old fashioned 2D, it was amazing.
I don't know what percentage of the Neytiri character is Zoe Saldana vs. the animators, but somebody deserves an award for that role. There is a deep passion expressed by her that is very rarely captured on film. I give it an A, make a point to go see this movie.
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Sarian263Mar 15, 2021
Yes, This movie is visually very beautiful and yes, if you do get a chance to see it in 3D obviously watch it like that as to me it seems like this movie was made for 3D. However, the story in this is just too predictable. There is someYes, This movie is visually very beautiful and yes, if you do get a chance to see it in 3D obviously watch it like that as to me it seems like this movie was made for 3D. However, the story in this is just too predictable. There is some genuine moments that makes you sit back and wonder how it would feel like to be in that characters shoes but the story ruins it for me. It is one of those movies you don't watch for the story I guess. I just do not understand why it is SO POPULAR. I get its very pretty and all and I personally loved it the first time I saw it. But as time has gone on, it makes me wonder if it was more the spectacle of it being so big and immersive that got us all hooked on it. Expand
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miccaelDec 29, 2020
This is not the best movie ever made, but by far one of the most influential ones. I Really liked the "extended version" actually. It has more "world-building" into it. Story is good, I really have not much bad to say. It is a weird movieThis is not the best movie ever made, but by far one of the most influential ones. I Really liked the "extended version" actually. It has more "world-building" into it. Story is good, I really have not much bad to say. It is a weird movie but looking back it was ahead of it's time and now can be understood easier. When it came out, it was overrated. But... people still talk about it today, so there must be a reason, reasons!
It was the best looking CGI movie when it came out.
Sure, movie has tons of problems that I would say are "cringy", but have you seen the documentary about it? The impact of this movie still can be seen today. I actually don't remember any movie like this, this is completely original movie, without "MCU-like" setups or part of already set "universe" like James Bond for example. This was the most expensive movie ever made and most successful movie of all time (until Endgame).
And it did not even have that expensive cast like, Endgame.
It has enough interesting things inside than any blockbuster movie.
This is cyberpunk, fantasy, Jurrasic-park-ish and space movie at the same time. Dialogue is good, not boring, pacing is great, not boring.
The characters are really well made. This is one of the few movies that deserve the word: EPIC
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FilipeNetoDec 4, 2020
I confess that this film never really caught my eye until I read about it. I still remember when it was in theaters more than ten years ago. More recently, I decided to see it. The film was a success, as we all know, and I find it surprisingI confess that this film never really caught my eye until I read about it. I still remember when it was in theaters more than ten years ago. More recently, I decided to see it. The film was a success, as we all know, and I find it surprising that I didn't have the right to any sequels.

The script takes place in a distant future, when humans have ruined the Earth but are colonizing and exploring other planets like Pandora, where Jake Sully, a veteran of the Marines, is going after being recruited by a scientific program. Pandora has a rare and valuable ore that humans want, but it also allows the planet to have an exuberant and unusual biological life. It happens to be inhabited by natives called Naavi (who look like huge blue humans with a long tail), and they are determined to protect their world from the greed of the Terran's. Sully joins the Avatar Program, which allows him to remotely control the body of a Naavi. If the program allows humans to live and learn from them (as its director, scientist Dr. Grace, wants), it also turns them into Trojan horses (as Colonel Miles, commander of the military forces in Pandora, wishes). This will put Sully in a conflict of loyalties while allowing him to see how the natives are connected to their world and are inseparable from it.

The plot raises a number of pertinent questions. We can, for example, reflect on the way we have lived and managed our planet, on the superiority with which we see who is different from us, on how we despise the environment or deliberately harm it by greed, on our passion for war instead of peaceful conflict resolution or even about how technological and medical advances do not reach everyone and are put at the service of some wealthy people instead of being available to all. It is a script that makes you think and could be seen in many ways. Unfortunately, the story built on these premises is not so good. There is good material and the way Sully is divided in his loyalty as he lives with the natives is the backbone of the whole thing, but everything else is quite predictable and one-dimensional, and sometimes it sounds bad: humans are treated in a simplistic way and turned into despicable creatures, while the Naavi are idealized to the fullest. The old story of "good guys and bad guys".

Sam Worthington shows all his talent in a demanding and likeable character. He plays well with Zoe Saldaña, his alien romantic couple. The actress is excellent and was having a good time in her career then. I also liked the work of Sigourney Weaver, in the role of a strong, bossy and grumpy scientist, who is guided by her ideals even if it means facing the military. But the best of the cast ends here. The rest are reduced to one-dimensional and stupid characters, as is the case with Stephen Lang (the "brute like the stones" colonel who only thinks about his mission), Michelle Rodríguez (the military hot girl who decides to collaborate with the "goodies" instead of helping the "baddies"), Giovanni Ribisi (one of the" baddies"), Joel David Moore (one of the" goodies"), Laz Alonso, CCH Pounder, Wes Studi (the "perfect ones") etc. This was somewhat disappointing in a film with so many qualities and such a high budget.

It is in the technical aspects that this film excels. Directed by James Cameron, an avid fan of the green screen and a "rival" of Spielberg, it's a film that was built on top of an entire digital world. Thanks to this feature, Cameron can become a god for a minute and create a new universe with plants and animals that we have never seen and that exude beauty. The film has a spectacular cinematography and it does not pass five minutes without, in some way, making us hold our breath before such a show of color and light. Sound effects are very well-used also. Together with an epic and magnificent soundtrack by James Horner, we have the recipe for a blockbuster film that collected three Oscars in technical categories (Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects and Best Art Direction), with all the fairness and merit. I really feel sorry that I didn't see it on the big screen and that Cameron is so careless when it comes to the script and the story he tells us.
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meydianarizki21Nov 29, 2020
Avatar - Breathtakingly Beautiful
When movies are created, they are done so with intent. Different genres of film target specific audiences, a formula which has sustained Hollywood and it's industries since the beginning of the blockbuster
Avatar - Breathtakingly Beautiful
When movies are created, they are done so with intent. Different genres of film target specific audiences, a formula which has sustained Hollywood and it's industries since the beginning of the blockbuster movies. When a movie is created in a manner that sets in motion any given goal, said films success is pendant on whether or not that goal is reached. If a comedy creates laughter, or if a romance produces tears, then they are successes in their own right. So when a massively ambitious, seemingly impossible to create film aiming to usher in a new era manages to grab hold of it's audience and take them on an unprecedented cinematic roller coaster ride that delivers the goods every turn of the way, it can be considered successful. Avatar is that success.

A work in progress that spanned a decade and a half, Avatar is more than just a film - it's an experience, an event. When James Cameron set out to make this movie back in the mid 90's, he realized that his ambitions were simply too far ahead of their time. His ideas could not be reached in a feasible manner, and due to this, he had to wait. Or create. Once informed that the image he held for this film was one that was out of grasp, he began working on the technology that would bring his masterpiece within reach. Fifteen years and nearly half a billion dollars later, James Cameron has brought that vision to the screen, and has done so in an extravagant and showstopping way.

Avatar tells the tale of a war between species, each fighting for the ultimate survival of their race. Desperate to find the fuel for their dying planet, human soldiers and scientists set out from earth and set course for Pandora. A planet connected by all living things, Pandora is home to an indigenous species known as the Na'vi, as well as the precious element Unobtanium needed to save earth. Using transference technology, paralyzed marine Jake Sully is volunteered for the "Avatar Program", which enables the thoughts and mind of a human to be placed within the shell of a tube-born Na'vi body. Using this as technique to their advantage, Jake is sent into the harsh Jungles of Pandora in order to bond with the natives, thus gaining knowledge and insight on their ways. Having originally planned to use this knowledge as a means of negotiating the natives relocation, so that the humans can access the deposit of Unobtainium - which just happens to sit below their most worshiped and valued pseudo-deity of their planet.

While the plot on paper may read as a standard shoot'em-up action sci-fi flick, it is a near inconceivable task to truly explain how incorrect this appearance truly is. This takes a stroke from every movie, and a dab from every genre, and manages to create a portrait of beauty, in which all pre-existing notion of what cinema can and cannot do is destroyed. Within the lengthy hundred and sixty some odd minutes of film, moviegoers will find that there is always something to keep them enthralled, a merciful gift when considering how tedious many of the longer film of recent memory can become.

No matter what can be said about the overtly cheesy script,a criticism that, while holding true, manages to fit charmingly into the over-the-top nature of the film, Avatar does as it set out to do, bringing moviegoers a cinematic experience rather than a film. Relying on the technology that he created, Cameron pours his heart into this movie, and it shows in every scene. Ranging from the absurdly detailed creatures to all-too-realistic planet, this flick manages to tell a fulfilling story while all the while throwing jaw-dropping scenery at the audience, giving them only enough time to recover before bombarding them with yet another breathtaking shot.

Be it the fantastical and charming love story told between the native and the outsider, or the too-real-to-be-true action scenes between gunships and foreign ferals, Avatar is what Star Wars was too the 70's, the Wizard Of Oz of the 40's - a masterpiece that will go down in movie history as a game changer of it's time.
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zNeverSleepingSep 22, 2020
Surpreendentemente bom.

Os cenários são lindos, assim como toda atmosfera do planeta, com um bioma rico em cores, imensamente grande - sabiamente explorado pelo recurso Imax. É um pecado que esse filme só esteja disponível em 1080p SDR, mas
Surpreendentemente bom.

Os cenários são lindos, assim como toda atmosfera do planeta, com um bioma rico em cores, imensamente grande - sabiamente explorado pelo recurso Imax. É um pecado que esse filme só esteja disponível em 1080p SDR, mas mesmo assim ele é lindo demais.

A trama funciona bem, com personagens bons, outros nem tanto. A subversão do guerreiro que não simpatizava com o protagonista foi ótima, visto que observávamos tudo aos olhos do Jake. Porém, quem chama atenção mesmo é a Zoë Saldaña, que dá vida a personagem numa performance única.

A cinematografia é belíssima, e explora muito bem o mundo gerado por CGI. As cores, os planos abertos, as cenas de ação... tudo isso entra em consonância com a OST. E que OST meus amigos. Dá alma a obra e acrescenta na atmosfera de uma maneira maestral.

Audio: English, no subtitles [13°] - Q60T 50' TV Speakers [DTS 5.1]
Quality: 1080p SDR [Bluray]
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MarkTakayamaJul 28, 2020
I love this movie. It is a movie in 2154. But I learn we need to protect our environment. The planet is beautiful. But greedy humans try to make profits and destroy Navi's. Preserve our nature!
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RobwinzJun 28, 2020
I think the movie had a very slow and dragging start but when it got to the hour in, I started to enjoy it. I don't know if it's because that's where the big fight scenes started to happen but yeah, it's got a decent cast but the plot is ok II think the movie had a very slow and dragging start but when it got to the hour in, I started to enjoy it. I don't know if it's because that's where the big fight scenes started to happen but yeah, it's got a decent cast but the plot is ok I guess. Also, I will have to say this though, I really liked the score of the movie from James Horner, I think that it worked really well from start to finish. Finally, the fight scenes were quite enjoyable for the most part and I think the CGI throughout this movie is incredibly good but I think that's about it really. Expand
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Dostoyevsky3May 5, 2020
This visually stunning work of art succeeds spectacularly in its magnificent beauty as it does in its emotionally driven love story which explores important themes in the most perfectly exciting and deeply rich way that brings new life to theThis visually stunning work of art succeeds spectacularly in its magnificent beauty as it does in its emotionally driven love story which explores important themes in the most perfectly exciting and deeply rich way that brings new life to the sci-fi genre. Avatar is not only the greatest science-fiction film of all time, but also one of the greatest films of all time and is a truly outstanding spectacle upon its genre. Expand
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PaddyFRApr 8, 2020
Absolutely fantastic film. I finished watching the extended cut and although the story is similar to Pocahontas it's still a really good story. The visual are amazing and being lots of depth to the world of Avatar. The score is also reallyAbsolutely fantastic film. I finished watching the extended cut and although the story is similar to Pocahontas it's still a really good story. The visual are amazing and being lots of depth to the world of Avatar. The score is also really good and the you get connected with the characters. There are a few potholes for sure, but still the story is worth watching. I can't wait foe Avatar 2 Expand
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The3AcademySinsFeb 12, 2020
It is commonly debated in film circles as to why the most financially successful movie of all time had so little cultural impact. The reason is simply that despite awe-inspiring, jaw dropping special effects, the screenplay of Avatar isIt is commonly debated in film circles as to why the most financially successful movie of all time had so little cultural impact. The reason is simply that despite awe-inspiring, jaw dropping special effects, the screenplay of Avatar is completely unoriginal, and it hasn't aged well at all. It's the story of Dances With Wolves or Pocahontas or Fern Gully in space. That said, I still find this movie to be very enjoyable to watch, even if it is very simplistic. Expand
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ThechosenjuanFeb 8, 2020
Best movie I've ever seen, even after 11 years. The motivating moment for the protagonist that leads him to be the hero happens around 60% in, and to this day it's the closest a movie has come to making me cry (I didn't, of course, cuz I'mBest movie I've ever seen, even after 11 years. The motivating moment for the protagonist that leads him to be the hero happens around 60% in, and to this day it's the closest a movie has come to making me cry (I didn't, of course, cuz I'm gangsta like that). It does almost everything. The one thing it doesn't have is much humor. But Great acting, great action, great visual/special effects, great 3d if you saw it in theaters, great music, it presents you a whole new world to learn about, it has a moral message; not a super deep or revolutionary one, but actionable and practical, and that's more than most movies can say. Expand
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AWESOM-0Jan 30, 2020
With Avatar and Aliens we know that Cameron really nails the whole space Marine thing. It has its flaws but this is a really good movie. I know it's not his wheel house storywise but knowing he did the Abyss, I would be all-in for a CameronWith Avatar and Aliens we know that Cameron really nails the whole space Marine thing. It has its flaws but this is a really good movie. I know it's not his wheel house storywise but knowing he did the Abyss, I would be all-in for a Cameron film adaption of Forever War by Haldeman. Expand
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ty92Dec 17, 2019
I seen this movie in the theaters about ten years ago now. I remember being blown away and loving the 3D. I also remember leaving with a headache. It's funny how your perspective can change as you get older though. I recently bought Avatar onI seen this movie in the theaters about ten years ago now. I remember being blown away and loving the 3D. I also remember leaving with a headache. It's funny how your perspective can change as you get older though. I recently bought Avatar on 3D Blu Ray and watched it on my PSVR. The 3D was good but I don't remember the story being this good. It's a story that really pulled me in and got me feeling for these characters. The entire cast was great. The relationship between Jake Sully and Neytiri felt real. She teaches him how to do everything really. Their relationship is the heart and soul of this film. I was really rooting for them and wanted them to succeed. It's also great sci-fi. This is something I could actually see happening in the future. Also if you can watch it in 3D. It's honestly not fair to rate this movie if you don't... It' absolutely stunning to look at. Overall watching this was a magical experience. I look forward to the other four movies and hope they make them in VR360.. Making them in virtual reality 360 degrees would put you in this world. That's what I want going forward. Expand
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glommanOct 21, 2019
Even after 10 years I still think this movie is still worth a watch. Sure, it could've been better in many ways and it also doesn't blow your mind, but when you simply watch it to experience a solid story, still gorgeous CGI, and coolEven after 10 years I still think this movie is still worth a watch. Sure, it could've been better in many ways and it also doesn't blow your mind, but when you simply watch it to experience a solid story, still gorgeous CGI, and cool characters, it still holds up, even in 2019 in my opinion. Expand
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PRITAM22Sep 8, 2019
MOST OVERRATED Movie of All Time !

It's all spectacle , under developed/ non developed substances. Seriously Cameron claims bringing original content? Plot is directly copied from previous few movies, anime even video games ! Paid media made
MOST OVERRATED Movie of All Time !

It's all spectacle , under developed/ non developed substances. Seriously Cameron claims bringing original content? Plot is directly copied from previous few movies, anime even video games ! Paid media made hype, tricking audiences that it's a masterpiece. It's Fking giant theme park ride , like those avail. In Disneyland!
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sebastianaliAug 2, 2019
Gráficamente hablando podría ser la mejor película. La historia ademas acompaña muy bien a los personajes y escenarios.
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mohamad91hkJun 21, 2019
I watched ''Avatar'' first time when it released in cinemas in 2009 and yesterday I watched it again, actually I found a lot of deference, at first time I just found it as a normal movie (TV movie) with some visual effect, but now when II watched ''Avatar'' first time when it released in cinemas in 2009 and yesterday I watched it again, actually I found a lot of deference, at first time I just found it as a normal movie (TV movie) with some visual effect, but now when I watched it again I found it purely a masterpiece.

I saw some negative reviews and most of them wrote ''same cliché'', really guys?! What do you want more than that?! Every part in the movie is perfect starting from plot to visual effects until the performance.

If I want to talk about visual effects I couldn't stop, the designers of ''moon Pandora'' they couldn't design better than this, it seems so realistic and breathtaking, beside Pandora's animals, plants, trees and people, everything perfect.

I like the plot also, it's showing how the humans are savages, unlike others aliens movies that show the aliens are the enemy and the humans are innocents, the story is really reflecting our lives, we already ruined our earth by wars, killing animals and cutting trees, and it will be same if we control another planet.

''Avatar'' is one of the greatest movie in the history of cinema, and I would like to thank the genius director and writer ''James Cameron'' and the whole cast for this masterpiece, and I hope "Avatar 2, 3 & 4'' will be as same as this.
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JPKJun 9, 2019
Your Time Is Running Out Avatar
In a few weeks, Avatar will likley no longer be the all time Box Office champion, But 10 years later it remains one of the best visual experiences out there.
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TyranianApr 7, 2019
Absolutely awesome visuals and great music. Screenplay is okay but story is epically derivative.
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CoreGamer1408Dec 16, 2018
I was virtually spell bound by what was virtually a tree hugger movie lol. I kind of like the cute relationship between the human man and alien woman. Great special effects and some epic battle scenes. A war movie to make tree huggers happyI was virtually spell bound by what was virtually a tree hugger movie lol. I kind of like the cute relationship between the human man and alien woman. Great special effects and some epic battle scenes. A war movie to make tree huggers happy I suppose? Expand
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harvdog03Nov 7, 2018
I was really blown away with this film. Hands down the best 3D movie I have seen. You could argue that the plot is the same as Dances with Wolves or even Fern gully except with blue aliens, but I don't care. This movie is absolutely wonderful.
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AndremaxOct 30, 2018
Sci-fi for the masses but very far to be poor. Plot is common, giving sensation of "I saw it before" but visually Avatar is jaw-dropping even after almost one decade.
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shaverrayOct 29, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Avatar captures all realms of the human indulgence. It is the perfect form of hero story as well as having a positive message about saving the environment. The movie is extremely creative and imagined. We are presented with a new language called the Na'vi, a new goddess named Eywa who is presumed one with nature, and new fundamental lifeforms that engulf your imagination. The idea of the human controlled Avatars is something unprecedented. It makes the movie fun and at the same time plausible because the world of Pandora is so substantial and inhumane, that mankind is forced to create organic bodies that can not only survive but explore the land efficiently. The Avatars are controlled by people with similar DNA from a tranced state that allows them to connect into the body. The plot of the movie is also one that is imaginable yet realistic. In the year 2154, U.S. armed forces embark on a journey to an earth-like planet called Pandora. On Pandora there is an element called Unobtainium that is extremely valuable. When humans discover that there is a substantial amount of Unobtainium under a large tree called "Home Tree", where the natives live action needs to be taken. Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) gets lost on a botanist mission and ends up at Home Tree, and the only reason he wasn't killed is because Eywa showed the natives a "sign" not to kill him. Since Jake is able to join and train as a native, the humans want him to convince the natives to leave their tree, in able to attain the unobtainium. Jake learns in conclusion that there is nothing the natives want and refuse to move from their home, therefore humans take force and destroy their home. The Na'vi are not advanced people, they live among nature and are smart with which creatures they interact with. Because Jake learns the importance of being a Na'vi he begins to choose sides and understands what is morally right. Dilemmas arise due to the natives not trusting Jake for his betrayal-like actions, and humans don't because he refuses to help the humans fight the natives. What will turn out for Jake and where will the Na'vi people go? This movie is an action packed thriller with imaginative fun and fight distributed throughout the film. We are introduced to many creatures including the Ikran (a huge flying bird-like creature), and the pa'li (a large horse-like creature). These animals play a significant role in the movie's structure by adding awe inspiring moments and serenity. The film never feels long and concludes with the ultimate warfare that has a special element that comes as a true surprise Expand
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Bernardo_SSep 19, 2018
This is a good movie! It is interesting and has a good storyline. The visuals are amazing too.
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TheRaginKnightJul 9, 2018
The true meaning of sci-fi this film depicts but a lot of improvement need on the story
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JohnProMay 8, 2018
My favorite movie of all time. I think it's almost the perfect action movie for everyone.
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SrPepeMar 30, 2018
Una muy buena peli que ya perdi el conteo de las veces que la vi, fresca y con efectos alucinantes.
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HuraxdaxMar 12, 2018
It may not be a "great movie" in the truest sense of the word, but it is a one-of-a-kind blockbuster and probably the most visually stunning movie to be released in the 21st century. Pandora as a universe is immersive, believable andIt may not be a "great movie" in the truest sense of the word, but it is a one-of-a-kind blockbuster and probably the most visually stunning movie to be released in the 21st century. Pandora as a universe is immersive, believable and fascinating; so much creativity and attention to detail was put into the creatures, the plants and everything surrounding it. It completely drew me into the movie experience and made me forget about the mediocre and uncreative story. It didn't matter, because all the emotion was conveyed through visuals, and that worked incredibly well.

Avatar is one of the most entertaining pieces of cinema I have ever seen and every time I watch it, it is a joy to look at - even in 2018.
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AFriendlyManDec 24, 2017
It blows me away. That what I call perfect made movie! Not very deep plot, but very deep atmosphere and intersting world with its creatures.
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JP32Jun 17, 2017
James Cameron has made a picture that defies comparison. There is not another movie that reverberates with the ethereal power of Avatar. The film is overwhelming; An event imagined and shot on a scale bigger and bolder than anything I've seen.
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BlancheAug 12, 2017
Astonishingly beautiful, profoundly heartfelt and immensely extravagant - this film nearly has it all. It's spectacularly grandiose and packs some serious personality, especially concerning the characters and the events that arise within it.Astonishingly beautiful, profoundly heartfelt and immensely extravagant - this film nearly has it all. It's spectacularly grandiose and packs some serious personality, especially concerning the characters and the events that arise within it. The visuals are out of this world, simply the best looking film I've ever seen. Content wise, it is up there with the best. Expand
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Rutger-KikkertJul 21, 2017
This is a great movie overall and one that was very revolutionary at the time. Major probs to James Cameron who managed to give life to this CGI and green-screen world. But still everything on this fictional planet Pandora feels bland andThis is a great movie overall and one that was very revolutionary at the time. Major probs to James Cameron who managed to give life to this CGI and green-screen world. But still everything on this fictional planet Pandora feels bland and we're given little to no information about how big it is or how many species there are. I have the feeling we only get to see this small part of the planet almost like a little country and nothing more. I wanted to see more of this amazing world instead of going on this emotional struggle with main-character Jake Sully (played decent by Sam Worthington). Even tough the stuff you see in this movie is very decent and sometimes very good I think the story overall was a bit underwhelming. This world has so much potential (and yes we are getting sequels) and it's made to look so beautiful by James Cameron and the whole crew that I just wanted more. But besides the story, the cast is doing a decent enough job and the writing, while very explanatory, is also very decent and then off course the visuals are amazing; which make this movie so amazing to watch. Expand
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nestoryavithJun 28, 2017
Gorgeous, amazing, beautiful, thrilling, fantastic, awesome, legendary 10/10. I can go on all day without expressing enough how legendary this movie is. It's amazing. David Cameroon proved to me and will prove to you that he is amazing andGorgeous, amazing, beautiful, thrilling, fantastic, awesome, legendary 10/10. I can go on all day without expressing enough how legendary this movie is. It's amazing. David Cameroon proved to me and will prove to you that he is amazing and what goes on in his mind is nothing short of magical Expand
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SonicHD7May 31, 2017
On the lush alien world of Pandora live the Na'vi, beings who appear primitive but are highly evolved. Because the planet's environment is poisonous, human/Na'vi hybrids, called Avatars, must link to human minds to allow for free movement onOn the lush alien world of Pandora live the Na'vi, beings who appear primitive but are highly evolved. Because the planet's environment is poisonous, human/Na'vi hybrids, called Avatars, must link to human minds to allow for free movement on Pandora. Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), a paralyzed former Marine, becomes mobile again through one such Avatar and falls in love with a Na'vi woman (Zoe Saldana). As a bond with her grows, he is drawn into a battle for the survival of her world. Expand
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ChiyenMay 21, 2017
Avatar!! A game? No. When people hear the word avatar, most would think of a game character but in this case, it brings a new meaning to the word avatar, literally. James Cameron not only the writer but also the director of the movie “Avatar”Avatar!! A game? No. When people hear the word avatar, most would think of a game character but in this case, it brings a new meaning to the word avatar, literally. James Cameron not only the writer but also the director of the movie “Avatar” (2009) has brought everyone’s dreams into reality by utilising the modern art of visual cinematography and 3-D imaging to blur the lines of virtual reality, making it more realistic. Cameron has also utilised certain star actors such as Sigourney Weaver and Sam Worthington who have won multiple awards in the past to play crucial roles in his film.

The movie being in the category of fantasy/science fiction, it begins in the future or more precise, year 2154 and one the many themes of the movie is protecting the environment.
Involving the military, they set off on a mission to collect, colonise and learn from the new planet, Pandora. Their main task for this operation is to collect a rich mineral that Earth desperately needs more of and they recently found that there was an abundant amount under their village.

Unobtanium, the mineral, they need to save their energy crisis or to put it bluntly, to survive and is what keeps the project running. Those who went had to be in cyrosleep as Pandora, the new planet is 4.4 light-years away from Earth. The movie is both a show and tell with its incredible graphics of a new world, its nature and of course the natives, the Na’vi, blue people who stand at 10 feet tall and its story plot of the mission to collect the resources and a turn of events after the main protagonist learns about what was going to happen if the mission proceeds.

I like how the actors played their parts well, and not just with their words but with actions as well. Some actors in movies struggle and get nervous and would cause themselves to not sound or seem natural. Zoe Saldana who played Neytiri, the Na’vi princess, was perfect for playing the role in this film as she could not only play the part but was actually able to get into character for this film. For example, she manages to accept a different accent to mimic being a native Na’vi.

The computer-generated imagery also known as CGI, can only capture the movement and facial expressions in animated forms, but it is the actors job to give life to their characters. The director, not only did he capture the motion, but also the intent of the actors to make his characters even more realistic.

There are of course strengths and faults in this movie just like any other. One of the biggest faults in this movie is that the transitions from one angle to another is a little off but hard to notice. For example, a different hand positioning from a camera angle to another and mild nudity of the natives as another fault. The strength of this film is that it follows its theme and executes it as the film goes towards the end, they of course follow up and was able to save the environment from the destruction.

Overall, I think the movie ”Avatar” is a great film. It being rated as PG-13 is at minimal as the faults of those who are younger would have to watch the violence and mild nudity. I personally enjoyed the film and it left me in amazed and if you haven’t seen it yet, then I suggest you go see it now. It would not only leave you at the edge of your seats but also keep your blood pumping . 7½ out of 10
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LukeDzkFeb 5, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Avatar was one of the best movies that I have ever seen! It was a shock to me when Avatar didn't win Best Picture at the Oscars. The visual effects, acting, character development, and the story-line was perfect. I highly recommend this movie to anyone! Expand
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FreedomFightersNov 22, 2016
WARNING: As this film has had an interesting reputation, many people will disagree with this review and I'm perfectly okay with that. All I ask is that you please be respectful of my opinion, just as I am respectful of yours. Please, andWARNING: As this film has had an interesting reputation, many people will disagree with this review and I'm perfectly okay with that. All I ask is that you please be respectful of my opinion, just as I am respectful of yours. Please, and thank you. Now, let's begin.
I've been circling back to "Where the Wild Things Are" quite a few times lately, but let me circle back to it one more time. As I mentioned before, the end of 2009 graced us with a few incredibly polarizing films. "Where the Wild Things Are" (is it a brilliant portrayal of childhood or a weird, boring, creepy film?), "Michael Jackson's This Is It" (is it an honest portrayal of Michael and his concert or a ploy to make money?), and "A Christmas Carol" (does the visual splendor make it worth watching, or is it too overwhelming?) helped create some interesting conversation pieces at the end of the year (I've also heard that "2012" was polarizing, but I can't really speak for it, as I haven't seen the film). However, one film was more polarizing than all the rest, and that was box-office sensation "Avatar." Were the groundbreaking visuals and revolutionary 3D enough to make the film great? Or was it another case of style over substance? Does it deserve to be the highest-grossing film of all time worldwide? Or is there no logical explanation as to how/why that could've happened? Was it worth the hype? It's a matter of personal taste, but I personally believe that it was worth the hype. It's brilliantly-crafted, it's exciting and it's memorable, and while the story isn't the most original, breathtaking thing ever, somehow the movie is still so engrossing even without a highly-original script or original characters. The characters themselves are actually quite memorable, and the film actually has some pretty interesting themes to it in regards to politics, culture and religion. There's also so much that can be interpreted from the film, which I think is part of why it works: you can make a lot of things out of this film and a lot of those things make sense. Even for a film that started production in the 1990s, "Avatar" is a worthy conversation piece and a wonderful film overall. It's not for everyone, and a ton of people will definitely voice their displeasure with the film, which is perfectly fine, but in my opinion, "Avatar" is a great film and a very memorable experience.
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abm0Sep 18, 2016
This film ushered in a new era in visual entertainment. All "3D" movies made after it look like pale attempts at imitation by people who don't know what they're doing. Any rating less than a 10/10 is sacrilege. (No, the plot doesn't matterThis film ushered in a new era in visual entertainment. All "3D" movies made after it look like pale attempts at imitation by people who don't know what they're doing. Any rating less than a 10/10 is sacrilege. (No, the plot doesn't matter that much once you've made such a leap in visual technique. It just has to be a decent plot, good enough to keep the whole project together, and it is definitely good enough for that.) Expand
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SEROJSep 3, 2016
What the heck is wrong with some of the people here? Do you know how hard it is to make a movie like this, which in my opinion had great characters, good message even though it was a rip-off from Pocahontas. A big bow to all people involvedWhat the heck is wrong with some of the people here? Do you know how hard it is to make a movie like this, which in my opinion had great characters, good message even though it was a rip-off from Pocahontas. A big bow to all people involved in this visual masterpiece! Great CGI, superb combat and overall a 10/10 that i dont usually give often Expand
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RudeLannisterAug 23, 2016
Best movie that I ever seen. I am tired of life on this boring planet - Earth. Pandora, this is the world where I want to live! I look forward to the continuation of this wonderful movie!
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MasterRileyJul 23, 2016
While definitely overrated, Avatar is still a really great movie. Its got great writing, great casting, great performances, great cinematography, great music, great action, and above all - spectacular CGI. It raised the bar in 2009 for whatWhile definitely overrated, Avatar is still a really great movie. Its got great writing, great casting, great performances, great cinematography, great music, great action, and above all - spectacular CGI. It raised the bar in 2009 for what was capable for special effects and 3D technology. Definitely watch it if you have not already. Expand
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Muskrat147Jul 14, 2016
Featuring state-of-the-art CGI/Motion-Capture effects, James Cameron's Avatar is not only a cinematic revolution, but a masterpiece, with wonderfully created set pieces, a brilliant score, and a stellar story-line that will surprise andFeaturing state-of-the-art CGI/Motion-Capture effects, James Cameron's Avatar is not only a cinematic revolution, but a masterpiece, with wonderfully created set pieces, a brilliant score, and a stellar story-line that will surprise and immerse audiences time and time again. Expand
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Pamuditha007Jul 8, 2016
One of the best movies I have ever watched. Specially, the story-line, the concept is spot on! And great all-round acting. No doubt it became one of the best box-office hits of all time!
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SpangleJun 5, 2016
A truly marvelous and magical experience, Avatar is a feast for the eyes, plain and simple. While the story is a familiar one, it is expertly told and very well written. The acting is solid and works well in the film. The direction from JamesA truly marvelous and magical experience, Avatar is a feast for the eyes, plain and simple. While the story is a familiar one, it is expertly told and very well written. The acting is solid and works well in the film. The direction from James Cameron is inspired and matches the expansive and daring chances taken in the visual storytelling of the film. However, the true stars are the visual effects team who do a truly phenomenal job to bring this story to life. With breathtaking visual effects and fantastic cinematography, Avatar comes to life through the visuals and breathes new life into a familiar, yet incredibly engaging, storyline. Due to this visual plethora of eye candy, Avatar reaches new levels never seen before in film that really elevates the film as an overall piece. While many leave Avatar feeling underwhelmed due to the now familiar use of CGI, 3D, and the bland story, I was left awestruck. While the visuals have led to a new trend in film, of which Avatar was the first, its effects hold up and, honestly, may still be the best use of its effects to date. A wonderous achievement, Avatar is a truly phenomenal work. Expand
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FuturedirectorMar 18, 2016
Avatar shows how bad is human talking about many senses, looking on the human crucial virtues and the violence that we can make. Wars, science-fiction, terrific story-telling and a great plot so far, it's what makes Avatar the most successfulAvatar shows how bad is human talking about many senses, looking on the human crucial virtues and the violence that we can make. Wars, science-fiction, terrific story-telling and a great plot so far, it's what makes Avatar the most successful film ever, with money, of course. Expand
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VIC3NT3ST3LVIIOFeb 19, 2016
Well , I can say by far .. this is the biggest experience for our eyes.
James did an amazing job here, even bigger than TITANIC.
Get ready you're about to fly in AVATAR
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EpicLadySpongeJan 12, 2016
It's only a matter of time before this movie gets beaten by Star Wars: The Force Awakens at the box office worldwide after all the work this movie did to beat Titanic's record. I don't really understand all the hate for this movie. I thoughtIt's only a matter of time before this movie gets beaten by Star Wars: The Force Awakens at the box office worldwide after all the work this movie did to beat Titanic's record. I don't really understand all the hate for this movie. I thought it was fine. Expand
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jbrown8989Jan 7, 2016
The storyline itself isn't the greatest but this movie was just amazing to watch in 3D. I was blown away when I first watched this movie and it led the way towards the 3D era.
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ViolettSep 14, 2015
This was awesome. Really outstanding. This is Crysis of movies, I will never forget when I watched this for the first time in IMAX, my mind got blown away - I really saw the future of cinema world. Today it might be not so bright as it was inThis was awesome. Really outstanding. This is Crysis of movies, I will never forget when I watched this for the first time in IMAX, my mind got blown away - I really saw the future of cinema world. Today it might be not so bright as it was in 2010, but five year ago this movie just kicked out! Expand
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Compi24Sep 7, 2015
Barring the by-the-numbers story, James Cameron's "Avatar" retains a supreme amount of imaginative prowess, accentuated by superior CGI/mo-cap work and a knockout score from James Horner.
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CineAutoctonoAug 1, 2015
We can say that this movie is incredible therefore raised 2.7 billion do not expect to create an award-winning movie , James Cameron great job as well as in Titanic and Terminator is now attacking once more with Avatar .
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Th3GreenHorne7Jul 4, 2015
In my opinion, Avatar is the most visually striking movie ever made, no thanks to it's James Cameron, if you remember he was the director of Terminator 2: Judgement Day which was also and amazing movie. Avatar is so realistic you couldIn my opinion, Avatar is the most visually striking movie ever made, no thanks to it's James Cameron, if you remember he was the director of Terminator 2: Judgement Day which was also and amazing movie. Avatar is so realistic you could mistaken it to be 100% real. The story is the heart of this film as it drags you into the world of the planet Pandora which is inhabited by humanoids called the Na'vi. The actors and actresses are unbelievably amazing all of their performances, like Sam Worthington who plays Jake Sully, the wheelchair bound veteran who is given the job to control his dead twin brother's Avatar so he can convince a Na'vi clan to move away from the part of the jungle that they are in because the way of the RDA's path of the search of the rare metal Unobtainium that lies in the soil of the planet. Then we have Na'vi woman named Neytiri who is the clan leader's daughter, she was forced to train Sully to become one of them, which eventually makes them fall into love. Everybody else gave an A+ performance which was amazing. It will be a very very long time before we see another so incredible like Avatar and a while before another breaks it's massive box office record as the top grossing film all time with earning of $2.7 Billion. Expand
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KlotzJun 7, 2015
The movie has good visuals and can be entertaining if you don't think too much about the cliche storyline.
But it's far away from being a masterpiece like some reviewers claim.
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