Avatar
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 18, 2009
7.5
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TitoM.Jan 29, 2010
Total escapism. Spectacular and leads the way into a new technical age of film making. Of course the plot was fantastic but that is and has always been the way of big budget fantasy films. Can't agree with low scores as it just messes Total escapism. Spectacular and leads the way into a new technical age of film making. Of course the plot was fantastic but that is and has always been the way of big budget fantasy films. Can't agree with low scores as it just messes up the true level and are less believable than Avatar's storyline.… Expand
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JohnnyPJan 3, 2010
The most out of this world believable, special effects are one of the greatest I have ever seen. From my perspective it should be watched in 3d to help the viewer realize more the wonderful world of pandora. This is a 10 out of 10 movie The most out of this world believable, special effects are one of the greatest I have ever seen. From my perspective it should be watched in 3d to help the viewer realize more the wonderful world of pandora. This is a 10 out of 10 movie which can be seen for a late night date or a regular day with the family… Expand
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amarlJan 3, 2010
Groundbreaking movie new cinematic event of new film making.
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JohnWJan 3, 2010
Great great experience!
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LisaSJan 3, 2010
Amazing, quite an experience!
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ElliotPJan 3, 2010
Exceeded all expectations.
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JakeNJan 3, 2010
Amazing, eye popping, mind blowing, and highly entertaining. 'Avatar' is unlike anything you have never seen before. It is beautiful and has a great storyline. It's also kind of dark and almost gets you teary eyed as well. Amazing, eye popping, mind blowing, and highly entertaining. 'Avatar' is unlike anything you have never seen before. It is beautiful and has a great storyline. It's also kind of dark and almost gets you teary eyed as well. 'Avatar' is one of the best movies I've seen in 2009.… Expand
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JohanRJan 3, 2010
Avatar manages to bring beauty and action together in a film so jaw dropping and gorgeous you'll wish you were one of the Navi people.
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ChrisPJan 3, 2010
Simply amazing. I'm telling everyone I know to go see Avatar in IMAX 3D. It appeals to all ages( it is PG13) from teens to seniors and everyone in between Avatar is an experience that all must enjoy.
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MattMJan 6, 2010
Avatar is more than a movie, it's the richest cinema exprerience I've ever had. I had such high hopes for this film, and watching it took me to that joyfully alive world that he (and several hundred other crew I'm guessing) Avatar is more than a movie, it's the richest cinema exprerience I've ever had. I had such high hopes for this film, and watching it took me to that joyfully alive world that he (and several hundred other crew I'm guessing) has built. When I go and watch a film in a theatre, I love the feeling of being immersed...this takes immersion to a whole new level, not just becuase of the 3d, but the ambition and scale is simply astonishing. People have critised the story a little, and I guess in essence it takes a rather worn path. Look at what he has achived though, taking people somewhere utterly alien and beautiful, almost unimaginably so, built a compelling love story that truly works, and pleased the kick-ass action fans a hundred times over. He's done it again, this even surpasses the game-changer he promised.… Expand
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CodyPJan 7, 2010
Amazing 3d effects, imho a used story but the best story. great actors, and enviroment, by far the best movie i have seen..........so far 4 times :)
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SpencerS.Jan 7, 2010
Avatar: I now understand now why it cost $500 million to make. The visuals completly blew me away. Halfway through the film I forgot I was watching an animated movie. Pandora looks so incredebly real that you feel you could reach out and Avatar: I now understand now why it cost $500 million to make. The visuals completly blew me away. Halfway through the film I forgot I was watching an animated movie. Pandora looks so incredebly real that you feel you could reach out and touch it. James Cameron is the most revolutionary director of our time. If you thought Titanic was his best film, think again. Avatar is by far the best film of the year possibly decade. I give it an A+… Expand
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NickHJan 9, 2010
Exellent, beautiful movie full of action, romace and drama. This movie makes me feel that i want to be there, in Pandora. And great effects by the way. Everybody must see this. Movie of the year!
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SteveC.Feb 1, 2010
Forgetting the many times rehashed plot, or underplot, AVATAR is the most visually pleasing film I have ever seen. This is the real "Shock & Awe."
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AliceM.Feb 1, 2010
Trust me. this is not a movie for kids. it is too long. this is a movie for anyone else, though, who has an open mind. Accept it for what it is. I think it is FANTASTIC!
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JamieH.Feb 12, 2010
This was one of the most amazing movies of all time! Ever since Titanic, this is just out of this world you have to see it! It's a wonderful adventure suitable for families and friends :) The effects are just beyond belief to be honest. This was one of the most amazing movies of all time! Ever since Titanic, this is just out of this world you have to see it! It's a wonderful adventure suitable for families and friends :) The effects are just beyond belief to be honest. You'll just want to live in their world and forget about the one your in... it was just amazing!… Expand
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RoccoM.Feb 15, 2010
This was the most amazing movie I've seen. You have to see it in 3D IMAX. The special effects and visuals are stunning.
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AryehJFeb 17, 2010
if you didnt give this movie a 10 you must have missed the greatest message of all that all thing are connected like a super computer or far better . avatar= amazon the only difarence is the native are 4-5 feet tall V 10-12feet tall in if you didnt give this movie a 10 you must have missed the greatest message of all that all thing are connected like a super computer or far better . avatar= amazon the only difarence is the native are 4-5 feet tall V 10-12feet tall in avatar . the forrest is the key which we all as human are part of.we are destroying it in an alarming rate without a clue of its complaxity.the blue peaple spoke and protected thair forrest.who speaks and protect the amazon,see thats the ginues of james camron.like the movie says I SEE YOU.… Expand
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BilalMFeb 18, 2010
I am no Eco-Mentalist. in fact i don't give a shit about the environment.but i did absolutely, totally and completely love the movie. best cinema experience I've ever had. and that's why you go to the movies :TO HAVE A GOOD I am no Eco-Mentalist. in fact i don't give a shit about the environment.but i did absolutely, totally and completely love the movie. best cinema experience I've ever had. and that's why you go to the movies :TO HAVE A GOOD TIME. And to the people giving it low scores like 0 or 2: they seem to be either reading too much into the political aspects of it and the anti -war message: "oh but why did they have to call it the mother tree .." or are just arm-chair critics who cant make an interesting home video to save their lives but keep muttering things like "oh .... but would it still be worth watching after 5 years....." 5 years ??????? watch it now and have some fun, you miserable muppet!… Expand
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tesfahungFeb 19, 2010
This is simply awsome. Everything in the movie is marvelous!
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PaulF.Feb 2, 2010
I Just finished watching Avatar and absolutely loved it. I was very surprised not in just the quality of special effects and how they were conveyed into real sensuous emotion. The love and heart shown between its characters really showed I Just finished watching Avatar and absolutely loved it. I was very surprised not in just the quality of special effects and how they were conveyed into real sensuous emotion. The love and heart shown between its characters really showed through. However the real spirit of the movie transcended the special effects, or even the acting and story line. What really impressed me was the moral integrity this movie has. Watching Avatar in 3D has been a whole new experience for me. The special effects were like being the right there on the screen. 3D technology has come a long long way and I can definitely see this as being the new wave of the future for the cinematic Industry. With this being said this movie touched me. I was surprised to see myself moved to being teary eyed. I was expecting an action and suspense movie but received something so much more. Special effects alone are like candy they sometimes taste good but don't leave you with anything of real value. Avatar however had a message very poignant for the times we live in. Some might see this a one of the few flaws of the movie, that and the overall length. However I saw it as its greatest strength. Avatar mirrored in a way how western civilization has impacted North and South American cultures. How what was seen as primitive or even savage was really a culture who were in general much more in touch with their environment. However with modern technologies, and spiritual blindness (i.e. greed and prejudice) they and the environment that supports us were but nearly wiped out. Unfortunate for us this is a fair tale of sorts. This movie did not pull any punches in showing how destructive and extreme such spiritual blind spots can manifest themselves. It was for me a sad reminder of what has happened in our own history. For the inhabitants of Pandora, the foe was overcome... for now anyway. But for us the story is yet to be finished. This film inspired me to understand what this world needs the most, spiritual and by effect environmental healing. I hope in some way shape or form to be used as a powerful force in this universe to help our world at a time which so desperately needs it. This is my prayer. And by my freewill I have chosen to do whatever I can to help this come to its fruition.… Expand
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MattOFeb 5, 2010
Amazing visuals, and makes the admittedly recycled plot entertaining.
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TiffanyHMar 14, 2010
This movie was, the perfect mix of action, adventure, fantasy, and love... I was captivated the whole time! I also think it was a wonderful metaphor for the situation our world has brought it self to, and works toward opening peoples eyes to This movie was, the perfect mix of action, adventure, fantasy, and love... I was captivated the whole time! I also think it was a wonderful metaphor for the situation our world has brought it self to, and works toward opening peoples eyes to the real affects of our actions on our communities.… Expand
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JackBMar 23, 2010
The single best movie I have seen in 10 years. I've just about been on Pandora 15 times now, and I'm still loving it. I have bought nearly every piece of Merchandise, I bought the Bluray (I don't even have a Bluray player yet) The single best movie I have seen in 10 years. I've just about been on Pandora 15 times now, and I'm still loving it. I have bought nearly every piece of Merchandise, I bought the Bluray (I don't even have a Bluray player yet) Film will blow you away.… Expand
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RichardM.May 23, 2010
great special effects but the story has been done before. It gets a zero for originality.
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AlexM.May 25, 2010
I have seen this 5 times in the theaters. Enough said. I connected with it's morals so easily that I had to keep watching it over and over.
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KGMay 26, 2010
Overall, I liked Avatar. The visuals were stunning but the story and characters were just decent. It started out great, then it got slow and boring in the middle, and finally gave a great ending.
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AlanO.Jun 17, 2010
Film director James Cameron has made films that are sliver screen legends, but this film might be closet to the top of his best films list. All I can say is that Cameron deserved a second Oscar and another one for Best Picture.
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VoltJun 19, 2010
Visually binding, this movie will not be seen in the same light 20 years from now due to it's predictability and static characters. Far above most movies of this era, however.
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ScottQJun 2, 2010
Pure entertainment! I enjoyed every second of it. Sure it is Pocahontus meets Dances with Wolves, but so what, those are awesome movies and so is this one.
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JuliaJ.Jun 3, 2010
I thoroughly enjoyed watching this movie, mostly because of the outstanding special effects. The plot itself is questionable, the same politically-correct theme of the military being cruel, insensitive bastards intent on destroying the I thoroughly enjoyed watching this movie, mostly because of the outstanding special effects. The plot itself is questionable, the same politically-correct theme of the military being cruel, insensitive bastards intent on destroying the natural world for personal gain becoming boring after a while. Other than that annoying flaw, it is an engrossing movie. I liked the characters; the fact that they do not have exaggerated personalities makes the movie more interesting because average viewers can identify with them. The beautiful graphics and symbolism throughout the movie help to draw you into the romance, ultimately involving you emotionally in the momentus dilemma Jake is forced to face.… Expand
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CMenaDec 18, 2009
I'm simply shocked over critics, which give this film less than an 80 rating, basing it on the story! How stupid can you be? Has the 'theme' been done before?? Yes, but so what? The story in Titanic was done before too. The matrix to me was aI'm simply shocked over critics, which give this film less than an 80 rating, basing it on the story! How stupid can you be? Has the 'theme' been done before?? Yes, but so what? The story in Titanic was done before too. The matrix to me was a better version of 'Dark City', and how many films have there been about Queen Elizabeth? To me, this is a familiar theme done in a different way ' and for that ' it deserves my 100 points. Most stories today can be traced back to a familiar fairytale ' but that shouldn't take away from the film as a standalone project. It's magnificent and it's one of the few films in a long time worth my $12.… Expand
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PatrickD.Dec 18, 2009
Loved it. Great show, the technology was great with the 3D and the main characters being 10 feet tall. It really took you into the movie. Just go... I have to admit ii is not perfect for the young kids. The sad part is that it could be if Loved it. Great show, the technology was great with the 3D and the main characters being 10 feet tall. It really took you into the movie. Just go... I have to admit ii is not perfect for the young kids. The sad part is that it could be if they would just take out a few words that didn't add anything to the show.… Expand
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LarryP.Dec 18, 2009
Simply......The best movie I have seen in my nearly 60 years on this planet. You must see it.
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SheldonW.Dec 18, 2009
The movie of the year, the decade, and - allowing for the revolution in 3D and the tech to bring Cameron's vision to life - probably the century. No matter what happens over the rest of the century, in terms of cinematic innovation, it The movie of the year, the decade, and - allowing for the revolution in 3D and the tech to bring Cameron's vision to life - probably the century. No matter what happens over the rest of the century, in terms of cinematic innovation, it all started right here.… Expand
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DanLDec 18, 2009
Wow, James Cameron knows how to make one hell of a movie! So nice to be able to see his genius on the big screen again.
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AndrewMDec 18, 2009
Has to be one of the best movies I have ever seen, I really was taken into the world. And is it just me, or does anyone else not think how cool it would be to be a Na'vi?!
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DavidBDec 18, 2009
I had a very deep skepticism on this movie coming into it. I couldn't possibly think that Cameron can deliver something that would even match - let alone surpass - the hype surrounding it. For over a year, we've been inundated with I had a very deep skepticism on this movie coming into it. I couldn't possibly think that Cameron can deliver something that would even match - let alone surpass - the hype surrounding it. For over a year, we've been inundated with stories about all the crazy technology that had to be invented for this thing. With a budget of $300 million or more, how could it really be worth over a million dollars a minute? Well, now that I've seen it I could put it down as one of the best films of the decade. I will never understand critics who decided to pan this film. Maybe it's spite or resentment, or whatever, but this is one of the most pure examples of movie making we've seen in a long while. Yes, the story doesn't reach too far past what Cameron has attempted in the past but, with such a classic tale, it is even MORE impressive that Cameron can make every minute count. We know what's going to happen. We know where the love interest is and where some of the plot turns are going to take us, but it takes a real master to be able to weave around people's preconceived notions, deliver everything that people expect, and still make it an adventure ride worth taking. Masterfully shot, masterfully edited, masterfully animated and rendered. If you don't like this movie, then you don't like movies.… Expand
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RickS.Dec 19, 2009
What a great movie, one of the best Ive seen this year. Great special effects, good storyline, not too predictable. Overall though, the entire movie experience was one to remember, an opportunity to get caught up and lost in the movie. Go see it!!
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KevinC.Dec 19, 2009
I was skeptical of this film at first. I'm not the word's biggest Titanic fan, and it's been a long, long while since the days of the Abyss, the Terminator series and Aliens. Welcome back, Mr. Cameron! And how. The trailers I was skeptical of this film at first. I'm not the word's biggest Titanic fan, and it's been a long, long while since the days of the Abyss, the Terminator series and Aliens. Welcome back, Mr. Cameron! And how. The trailers don't do this movie justice. I've never been a fan of profuse CGI either, and without the glasses, I felt this looked like a game worthy of my Xbox 360, but not the silver screen. Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. Something magical happens to this CGI world when you slip on the glasses: it lives. Breathing and pulsing fresh cutting edge cinema that will change everything. Cameron's in full on Cameron mode here, the character's features and movements are fantastic. The creatures, excellent. But the magic is his details are extraordinary. As one reviewer said, no detail goes unused in the advancement of the story. And that is the real subtle magic to this masterpiece. Go see it fans of sci-fi and fantasy. Christmas has come early!… Expand
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RobertU.Dec 19, 2009
This is, in my opinion, the greatest technical film of all time the story is good and the acting unbelievable when considering how it was filmed. But the technological advances in themselves will make this not just the most beautiful and This is, in my opinion, the greatest technical film of all time the story is good and the acting unbelievable when considering how it was filmed. But the technological advances in themselves will make this not just the most beautiful and imaginative film of the year but I believe the only true contender to be the next Star Wars.… Expand
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AndyD.Dec 19, 2009
In terms of entertainment watching this film in 3D was without a doubt the best cinematic experience i've ever had! the story is captivating and to be honest it could have easily been and would probably benefit from being stretched over In terms of entertainment watching this film in 3D was without a doubt the best cinematic experience i've ever had! the story is captivating and to be honest it could have easily been and would probably benefit from being stretched over 2 or 3 parts into a L.O.T.R. stye saga. It started a little fast and was pretty much straight into the action, the characters in the movie could have been built on a little more but all in all this was probably one of the best films i've seen in a long time! If you plan to see this movie then make the most of it, its made for 3D so make every effort to see it in 3D or at an IMAX and I guarantee you wont be disappointed… Expand
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GaryE.Dec 19, 2009
Simply put, I was blown away. No question that visually it's the most impressive movie I've ever seen, and despite what some are saying, I found the characters and the storyline to be well-constructed. See it on an IMAX screen.
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mauroqDec 20, 2009
James Cameron is king of the world. No, not earth, Pandora. Avatar is easily the greatest movie I have ever seen, as it engages you so much into the whole movie that for the whole 2 hours and 40 minutes, you will swear that you're James Cameron is king of the world. No, not earth, Pandora. Avatar is easily the greatest movie I have ever seen, as it engages you so much into the whole movie that for the whole 2 hours and 40 minutes, you will swear that you're actually on Pandora, as Jake Sully, trying to defend this beautiful world from the humans that want to destroy it. Anyone who says this movie is bad hates fun and puppies. Go see this movie now (in 3D) and be amazed. I guarantee an experience unlike anything you have experienced before.… Expand
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TheKing1Dec 21, 2009
Best movie I have ever seen, who ever says it was bad is an idiot. Yes it was almost similar in storyline to Pocahontus and Dances With Wolves but it also was ten thousand billion times better than those 2 movies combined. The graphics were Best movie I have ever seen, who ever says it was bad is an idiot. Yes it was almost similar in storyline to Pocahontus and Dances With Wolves but it also was ten thousand billion times better than those 2 movies combined. The graphics were the best Ive ever seen, the story was amazing, fair enough the characters were typical but they also kicked butt. Look at the critics who gave it less than 60? Who has even heard of those magazines? I know I havn't, and there is a reason for that... because they know nothing and are fools.… Expand
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TurdFDec 21, 2009
Gamechanger. That's all there is to say.
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ArneCDec 21, 2009
Fantastic movie - an historical event in filmmaking, as transformative to science fiction and animation as Saving Private Ryan was to war movies.
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DIDec 20, 2009
Avatar is a great movie. The story is a bit formulaic and there a couple of kid's movie moments - but as a whole this is a great adventure. The visual experience is unmatched, the the emotional impact is real, and the audacity to make Avatar is a great movie. The story is a bit formulaic and there a couple of kid's movie moments - but as a whole this is a great adventure. The visual experience is unmatched, the the emotional impact is real, and the audacity to make this film is appreciated. For a film about the life of a bunch of blue people with tails it was quite serious, and very involving. Go get some popcorn and let the 3-D journey take you to another world... I found myself almost wanting to stay. Beautiful film, great message, fun stuff!… Expand
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GPDec 21, 2009
This movie is spectacular no matter what some clueless people might tell you. The story, while simple, is beautiful and compelling and this is indeed the first time you will see CGI characters feel so humane and full of emotions while the This movie is spectacular no matter what some clueless people might tell you. The story, while simple, is beautiful and compelling and this is indeed the first time you will see CGI characters feel so humane and full of emotions while the graphics in general are in one word perfect. It's nearly impossible to distinguish the natural surroundings from any computer imagery and make no mistake this movie NEEDS to be seen in HD 3D and no matter what other 3D movies (3D) you have seen so for this just blows them out of the window and into space. This is a marvel, and a rollercoaster ride from start to finish. If you don't go see it now in the cinema you will be missing out on a milestone… Expand
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RicMDec 20, 2009
I went into this movie ready to be disappointed. One of the guys had to be dragged to it by the rest of the group. By the end of the movie we all applauded - rare for any of us. It was really like visiting an alien world. Plus I really cared I went into this movie ready to be disappointed. One of the guys had to be dragged to it by the rest of the group. By the end of the movie we all applauded - rare for any of us. It was really like visiting an alien world. Plus I really cared about the characters. Great movie.… Expand
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BishopBDec 22, 2009
Yes, the story is a bit predictable, and somewhat unoriginal, but it is told in such a way that it is enjoyable to watch. The visuals are the best ever committed to film, hands down. This is an amazing film that has set a new bar for what Yes, the story is a bit predictable, and somewhat unoriginal, but it is told in such a way that it is enjoyable to watch. The visuals are the best ever committed to film, hands down. This is an amazing film that has set a new bar for what other effects driven movies will strive for. I was constantly amazed that everything (from the bugs to the foliage) I was looking at was 100% cg. The effects are so convincing and photorealistic it almost goes beyond comprehension. Never have cg characters emoted so convincingly. BTW: The "military" in this movie is not a branch of the US military or sanctioned by the government in any way. They are a team of ex-military mercenaries that are working as "protection" for a corporate entity. This is explained very early on in the movie.… Expand
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LightM.Dec 22, 2009
All the negative reviews I have read so far are based solely on political beliefs. Not every movie has some hidden propaganda in it. Also if you paid attention it is not the military at all it is a privatized military force hired by the All the negative reviews I have read so far are based solely on political beliefs. Not every movie has some hidden propaganda in it. Also if you paid attention it is not the military at all it is a privatized military force hired by the mining company. This film was amazing from minute one. I saw it on friday saturday and sunday. It was worth it every time. The 2nd and 3rd times allowed to really focus on the special effects and the beautiful scenery. It is amazing the world that james cameron created. The story has of course benn done before but, name me one hollywood movie lately that does not have a similar film out there. All stories in hollywood are basically the same good guy bad guy good guy wins most of the time sometimes loses but rare. The good guy struggles with tough decisions evetually makes the right one etc.. This film will go down as a film that changes what we expect from future films. James cameron is the most evolutionary film director of our time. Thanks for PANDORA James much appreciated.… Expand
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NeomarHDec 22, 2009
ItÃ?´s the most amazing film since Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings, well written, impeccable acting performances, revolucionary special effects. It has everything: romance, drama, ecological and political messages. I ItÃ?´s the most amazing film since Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings, well written, impeccable acting performances, revolucionary special effects. It has everything: romance, drama, ecological and political messages. I just loved it, I would like to watch it every day, so far I have seen it twice ;) Best Regards from Venezuela :D… Expand
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LeeCDec 20, 2009
A toast to James Cameron: As much or more than any filmmaker, you have shaped the way we imagine. Your movies have literally shaped my dreams. I will never forget the first time I saw T1000 change forms. Neither will I ever forget watching A toast to James Cameron: As much or more than any filmmaker, you have shaped the way we imagine. Your movies have literally shaped my dreams. I will never forget the first time I saw T1000 change forms. Neither will I ever forget watching Ripley battle the alien queen in a loading rig. Against my expectations, you have wowed me again. Your vision of Pandora and the Na'vi will be with me for years to come. Well done. What this film lacks in realistic dialogue, or subtle plot architecture, it makes up by being visually amazing and enormously entertaining.… Expand
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AjRDec 22, 2009
The movie was brilliant. the story line may have been straightforward, the acting nothing to get excited over, and the the score below par But these things do not take anything away from the experience you get when you watch this movie. The The movie was brilliant. the story line may have been straightforward, the acting nothing to get excited over, and the the score below par But these things do not take anything away from the experience you get when you watch this movie. The fantasy world is as immersive as it gets, and the way the plot is told is more important than the plot it self. I enjoyed this movie thoroughly; I might even be so bold as to say this is the best movie I've seen yet.… Expand
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BobN.Dec 20, 2009
Plot is mediocre. Holy crap does it look utterly fantastic in 3D. This is the only film in recent memory that is entirely worth seeing just for the effects. The smurfs actually look great after a while, and the use of depth and perspective Plot is mediocre. Holy crap does it look utterly fantastic in 3D. This is the only film in recent memory that is entirely worth seeing just for the effects. The smurfs actually look great after a while, and the use of depth and perspective in this film are unheard of. Treat yourself and find it in IMAX 3D, nothing else compares. Worth every scent I paid to see it. Perfect? No. What film is? A marvelous eye-feast? Yes. See it.… Expand
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YannickVDec 23, 2009
An experience that I had never seen before. You really have to watch this movie in 3D because it's amazing! The story is a typical hollywood story but it's defiantly worth seeing.
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RonCDec 24, 2009
I find myself daydreaming about Pandora ever since my second viewing of Avatar. It was simply THAT good. I dare say its cruel giving us a glimpse of such a beautiful world for 2.5 hours, only to have to return to our 9 to 5 jobs. Damn you Jim!
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AlexHDec 24, 2009
Best movie I have ever seen in my life, bar none. Absolutely stunning. Mind-blowing. Jaw-dropping. Exhilarating. Words fail me.
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AlekhKDec 24, 2009
Awe-inspiring from the word GO !! .. From monstrous VFX to the simple message that it's high time we STOP killing Mother Earth, this movie tingles all my senses..!!
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EricDec 24, 2009
Amazing movie great director but it dragged on a little bit.
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JBDec 25, 2009
I've watched this movie twice and the second time was even better than the first. I was able to really pick up on the character's expressions and reaction to the beautiful environment. Near the end I wished the movie was longer. I I've watched this movie twice and the second time was even better than the first. I was able to really pick up on the character's expressions and reaction to the beautiful environment. Near the end I wished the movie was longer. I didn't want this extraordinary film to end.… Expand
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SpandanS.Dec 25, 2009
Very good movie. One of the best movie of the last decade.Film like this makes going to movies an out of the world experience.In other words AVATAR is a cinematic event that should not be missed.
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JosefM.Dec 25, 2009
It's been a long time I've had this feeling. The same feeling I got when I saw the (re-released) Star Wars trilogy in '97. Another mark in my history of movie-viewing. I came across the similar story with Pocahontas and boy am It's been a long time I've had this feeling. The same feeling I got when I saw the (re-released) Star Wars trilogy in '97. Another mark in my history of movie-viewing. I came across the similar story with Pocahontas and boy am I glad it's the only movie I saw employing a storyline. Despite the age-old story (as I've heard), Avatar does it so well to be entitled as a unique story of its own. You really feel for the characters that the so-called cheesy lines are no longer a hindrance but rather an emotional exchange of words. All I have to say is that I enjoy it as a moviegoer expecting to be entertained and thrilled and I got that plus a few surprises.… Expand
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DarrelR.Dec 25, 2009
A wonderful, immersive ride into a new world. The storytelling telling and visuals are so good that you don't care that the story itself is silly. Cameron put fun back into the movies. I'll go again.
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JoshuaSomethingDec 20, 2009
The emotions conveyed throughout the movie were powerful with the viewer being easily and smoothly attached to the protagonist. The concept of having a sentient network of vegetation, all communicating via fibre optics was astounding and The emotions conveyed throughout the movie were powerful with the viewer being easily and smoothly attached to the protagonist. The concept of having a sentient network of vegetation, all communicating via fibre optics was astounding and left me wanting to know more. I really wish for there to be a sequel, after all, I don't think the human civilisation will allow themselves to be denied high temperature super conductors just because of some "savages" living on the planet. Perhaps if there were a sequel we could see the sentient network Eywa use more of its potential, with aircraft being swatted out of the sky by the tentacle-like vines attached to the floating unobtainium islands.… Expand
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samrDec 20, 2009
I am not a fan of previous Cameron movies, but Avatar is an epic. At least in 3-D, I was immersed in the imaginary world created by his special effects wizards. Plus, I don't have a problem with love stories.
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RikKDec 26, 2009
My new gold standard of films...first was Star Wars, then Indiana Jones now Avatar. Don't miss this film it will blow you away.
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VincentPDec 20, 2009
James Cameron's Avatar is one of the most important American films ever made. It pushes into the mainstream many concepts that we must embrace as a society in order to survive on a planet we are slowly destroying. To see another film James Cameron's Avatar is one of the most important American films ever made. It pushes into the mainstream many concepts that we must embrace as a society in order to survive on a planet we are slowly destroying. To see another film with a very similar theme check out Hayao Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke. Human's arrive on a planet named Pandora and discover that under a village of indigenous humanoids is a rare mineral they want called "obtainium". This is the MacGuffin of the plot. James Cameron makes this an obvious joke because he wants us to know that the real motivation for the corporate and military types of the film is man's urge to destroy and kill. The concept of the film is that a few humans are given the chance to inhabit Avatars which are living simulacrums of the Navi(again Mr. Cameron is making a joke, Navi being a compression of native). The main character, Jake takes to his new body and learns all the secrets of the planet. Unlike Earth, where we can't actually link our minds to other living creatures, The Navi can actually entwine a part of their bodies with other animals and plants and share direct communication with the ecosystem. They rightly believe that all life is connected. If I have one complaint it's that Mr. Cameron has the natives call their planet goddess Eewa which reminds me of Ewoks which reminds me of the beginning of the decay of George Lucas' creative talents. The last hour of the film is standard action film and love story but done extremely well. Since this is a Fantasy the good guys win and send the military and corporate greed-heads packing. Why am I talking about this film on my Dog Blog? Because for the last half dozen years I've been trying to figure out what life is about and partnering up with my dog this last year has made me even more aware that all life is precious. I may even try to overcome my revulsion of spiders and insects and try to capture and release them when I find them in my house. The smartest person I ever met (PHD from Cambridge University) once told me about the Gaia Theory. She said earth is a living organism and we have become a disease on it's surface. Earth has had life on it most likely since the point when the surface cooled enough for liquid water to form. There is four billion years of DNA research under Gaia's belt and when we reach the point where she can no longer bear us a virus will emerge that will wipe us out. Maybe we can learn to co-exist with Gaia but we haven't gotten there yet.… Expand
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MHSDec 26, 2009
Its nice to be for the navi's all the way in the movie!! i personally never saw a movie like this before.
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PetroMDec 26, 2009
Stunning, beautiful and very meaningful.would suggest watching it IMAX!
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GeorgeADec 20, 2009
Cameron's implications on mankind remain as disgusted as ever - it's a blatant work of immense art; a perfect film - relevant, graceful, and surprisingly tasteful... NEVER doubt Cameron - if one does not enjoy this movie, or feel Cameron's implications on mankind remain as disgusted as ever - it's a blatant work of immense art; a perfect film - relevant, graceful, and surprisingly tasteful... NEVER doubt Cameron - if one does not enjoy this movie, or feel genuine concern for issues raised - one is not a good person.… Expand
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OwenBDec 20, 2009
This movie is indescribable. It has immediately become my favorite movie and I can honestly say that it has superseded any other film I have ever watched. This movie is epic, gorgeous, and incredible. I reacted physically, with chills, at This movie is indescribable. It has immediately become my favorite movie and I can honestly say that it has superseded any other film I have ever watched. This movie is epic, gorgeous, and incredible. I reacted physically, with chills, at climaxes in the story. At the end of the movie I felt exhausted, physically and mentally, as if I had underwent a mental and physical ordeal. This movie is a very special phenomenon. I predict that it will be recognized as the superlative movie of our time.… Expand
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JoseDec 20, 2009
One of the decade's best movies. I saw it in 3D, but I'm pretty sure that the movie is just fine enough on its own in 2D. Normally I hate action movies but this one moved me in a way no movie since Pan's Labyrinth had. The One of the decade's best movies. I saw it in 3D, but I'm pretty sure that the movie is just fine enough on its own in 2D. Normally I hate action movies but this one moved me in a way no movie since Pan's Labyrinth had. The effects were jaw-dropping, the acting was spot on, even the motion capture performances, and holy cow! An action movie with a good screenplay! I was smiling throughout the entire movie. I also cried during the film's Titanic like disaster, a feat no movie since Into the Wild had accomplished.… Expand
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JT.Dec 27, 2009
WOW! I saw this movie on IMAX 3D, did I say WOW already? Watching this movie on blu ray at home won't do it any justice. Avatar was my 1st 3D experience and it left me speechless. Avatar has set a new standard for me. I will never look WOW! I saw this movie on IMAX 3D, did I say WOW already? Watching this movie on blu ray at home won't do it any justice. Avatar was my 1st 3D experience and it left me speechless. Avatar has set a new standard for me. I will never look at movies the same way again :-)… Expand
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JoeyVDec 20, 2009
Absolutely breathtaking. James Cameron has taken CGI to the next level with this awe-inspiring display of a wonderful world filled with lush landscapes and exquisite creatures.
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LarryFDec 28, 2009
Good Grief! Doesn't anybody go to the movies anymore for entertainment?? All the critic wannabees that have to harp on the script without watching the movie are ignorant. So what if it's a hackney'd story ... so what if Good Grief! Doesn't anybody go to the movies anymore for entertainment?? All the critic wannabees that have to harp on the script without watching the movie are ignorant. So what if it's a hackney'd story ... so what if it's not the best acting ever .... get over it! Just enjoy the movie for what it excels at ... entertainment. It deserves all the praise it can get. Excellent film.… Expand
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JakeSDec 28, 2009
Fantastic movie! A great experience: very beautiful and not a superb story, but anyway a very good story. The story even reminds me of Dances with Wolves and Pocahontas.
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TomRDec 29, 2009
This is definitely a great film. However it shouldn't even compared to Star Wars and 2001. I think it could use more dialogue and longer takes.
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BobCDec 29, 2009
This movie is pure magic, especially the first two-thirds of the film. There hasn't been another picture that approaches its creativity and visual imagination. Even though it is long (two and a half hours), it feels much shorter because This movie is pure magic, especially the first two-thirds of the film. There hasn't been another picture that approaches its creativity and visual imagination. Even though it is long (two and a half hours), it feels much shorter because the viewer is absolutely entranced from the first frame.… Expand
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DanBDec 30, 2009
I left the movie and wanted to go right back and watch it again. It was visually stunning, and the story was great. I can't wait for second and third movies in the Avatar trilogy.
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PeterO.Dec 31, 2009
awesome awesome aweome and not just the visuals everything!
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EddieSDec 30, 2009
Great movie not just some sci fi movie like I thought great storyline for adults and children.
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GustavoTDec 30, 2009
This may be the best move I've ever seen!
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GTDec 30, 2009
Outstanding visuals as expected from Cameron. Great story line and yes a lot like Costner's epic, but that is why it's called an epic. Great movie.
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AlexG.Jan 12, 2010
amazing visual effects, great story and amazing battle scenes, its new its innovative with its technology and is by far the best 3d movie we have seen, James Cameron is a genius and this deserves all the titles it gets.
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RaniSJan 16, 2010
What I got from the movie was that the story was predictable. I think this was brilliant because the creator wanted everyone to see his point. He did not bury it in confusing themes and double meanings. He meant to make a statement and he What I got from the movie was that the story was predictable. I think this was brilliant because the creator wanted everyone to see his point. He did not bury it in confusing themes and double meanings. He meant to make a statement and he made it so that only the truly ignorant would miss it. Pandora was wildly exciting, amazingly creative and beautiful. I would trade my current life in a minute - and I like my current life.… Expand
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AndrewTJan 17, 2010
The story follows a very standard plot. Cliche, simple, and relatively bare when it comes to character development. All of this said, Avatar is still one of the best movies I have seen in a very long time. It is rather unfortunate that this The story follows a very standard plot. Cliche, simple, and relatively bare when it comes to character development. All of this said, Avatar is still one of the best movies I have seen in a very long time. It is rather unfortunate that this movie, in order to become a blockbuster, had to be made for the typical movie goer. If it wasn't for people with overactive bladders and short attention spans, the ideas in this epic could have been more fully explored. I just hope that the sequel, if there is one, will be longer and better planned. The movie has several general underlying themes that are fairly unique and there is plenty of correlation between the goings-on in the movie and the goings-on in our own world, but those goings-on are overdone in film. This movie is a must watch for anyone who is willing to take the time to properly analyze it, unlike those jokers at the Vatican who saw the worship of a tangible spirit as little more than druidism. This movie is stunning, and the world that James Cameron and company made is one that I actually have more of a connection to than the world I live on. Bravo. BRAVO.… Expand
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TinaC.Jan 19, 2010
This was the best movie I have ever seen. James Cameron made an amazing comeback with this movie ever since Titanic. I believe that the actors in this movie will make it big. If you want to watch this movie you need to watch it in 3D it adds This was the best movie I have ever seen. James Cameron made an amazing comeback with this movie ever since Titanic. I believe that the actors in this movie will make it big. If you want to watch this movie you need to watch it in 3D it adds the whole thing up together.… Expand
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EliJ.Jan 19, 2010
The absolute best movie of the last decade. Breathtaking visuals matched with a great story, which is very rare now a days ever since Transformers 2 came out...ugh this movie at least spends its enormous budget wisely.
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JoeMcNutsJan 21, 2010
An amazing technical achievement, great flick.
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AidanC.Jan 24, 2010
This is the best theater experience I've ever had. If it wasn't in 3d, I'd give it an 8. In 3d, this movie gets deserves an 11. Do yourself a favor and go see it in 3d. If you've seen it in 2d, go see it again in 3d. This is the best theater experience I've ever had. If it wasn't in 3d, I'd give it an 8. In 3d, this movie gets deserves an 11. Do yourself a favor and go see it in 3d. If you've seen it in 2d, go see it again in 3d. It's that much clearer and better.… Expand
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PaulD.Jan 31, 2010
Absolutely incredible. I've read it in other reviews and I must agree on the fact that the plot isn't amazingly good or original, still works though, it's really the way it's being told. Cameron tells his story in such an Absolutely incredible. I've read it in other reviews and I must agree on the fact that the plot isn't amazingly good or original, still works though, it's really the way it's being told. Cameron tells his story in such an incredible way, surpassing all other sci-fi movies when it comes down to putting emotion in a film. I literally felt happy for Jake when he was accepted as a Na'vi, and felt sad when their Home Tree was destroyed. This movie will suck you in and take you on an amazing tour around an alien world, where you will live, laugh, cry and mourn with its natives. Keep it up!… Expand
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RalphTFeb 12, 2010
It's one of the best movies i have seen yet, the graphics were great, the scene's was great, the movie had a impact to it, it was great.
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JasonB.Feb 15, 2010
Best movie experience I have ever had.
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hugor.Feb 18, 2010
Excellent, great message and superb special effects.
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AaronPApr 27, 2010
TEN because pocahontas, dances with wolves, and fern gully are 20 years old or close to it. Lets move out of past favorites with a open mind.
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teApr 29, 2010
Easily the best film of last decade. Amazing CGI, 3d, motion capture, and are direction. Despite what people say, this is a completely original movie. Great story. Cameron is the best when it comes to showing you world through someone Easily the best film of last decade. Amazing CGI, 3d, motion capture, and are direction. Despite what people say, this is a completely original movie. Great story. Cameron is the best when it comes to showing you world through someone else's eyes, and entering that new world with the protagonist. Only flaw would be the dialogue. Easily the best directed film I have seen since Titanic.… Expand
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erikasMay 15, 2010
It's a decent movie, and it does fall in the catagory of having lots of symbolism comparing the US to pandora and oil to unobotanium whatever it is. I don't think James Cameron was trying to copy he story of pochahontas or anything It's a decent movie, and it does fall in the catagory of having lots of symbolism comparing the US to pandora and oil to unobotanium whatever it is. I don't think James Cameron was trying to copy he story of pochahontas or anything of that sort, I think he was trying to show us what America is doing right now, and what we have been doing in he past two-three centuries. and I really hated it when that redneck wouldn't die until the very end. like he could've died earlier in the movie but NOOOO, he just wouldn't die xP but that's alright. I was good movie :) it deserves a best story/plot award or something.… Expand
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LucasK.May 29, 2010
This movie was good. They're was so much hype about it, but I could not see why. I loved beautiful visuals and breath taking effects. The story did not interest me and I the dialogue was akward some moments. O ya and James Cameroon This movie was good. They're was so much hype about it, but I could not see why. I loved beautiful visuals and breath taking effects. The story did not interest me and I the dialogue was akward some moments. O ya and James Cameroon stole this story from Indian Religion.… Expand
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