Avatar
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 18, 2009
7.5
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KieranPDec 22, 2009
Easily the most visually stunning movie ever created.
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PeterNDec 22, 2009
Fantastic. It was entertaining, the plot was great, it made you think, and the special effects were convincing. Absolute must-see. Most importantly, the 3D effects weren't overdone and gimmicky. The 3D is mostly to provide depth rather Fantastic. It was entertaining, the plot was great, it made you think, and the special effects were convincing. Absolute must-see. Most importantly, the 3D effects weren't overdone and gimmicky. The 3D is mostly to provide depth rather than have things come out at you, and this provided a new dimension to seeing a movie. It's funny how the few people who rate this negatively mostly complain about the moral message, that's against the military, or against capitalism. One person even rated it a zero despite admittedly not even having seen the movie! Clearly, the moral message of movies does get through to even the most closed-minded people out there... This movie is outstanding, and I didn't want it to end! It was so immersive and emotional... James Cameron is back!!!… Expand
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GadingGDec 22, 2009
Congratulation Mr Cameron ! You had made a great job with this AVATAR .. This movie has captivated me for sure .. !! LiKE it sooo much^^v
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AndrewDec 22, 2009
Bloody awful and as predictable as can be. Where is the story? CGI does not a movie make.
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WillDDec 22, 2009
Is it like Pocahontas , Fern Gully, Peter Pan and whatever the hell else has someone in unfamiliar territory meeting a love interest / saving the natives habitat &or way of life. Well Yes (a bit) but has the habitat ever looked this good and Is it like Pocahontas , Fern Gully, Peter Pan and whatever the hell else has someone in unfamiliar territory meeting a love interest / saving the natives habitat &or way of life. Well Yes (a bit) but has the habitat ever looked this good and have the characters been so well drawn & emote so realistically (Its easy forget they are CG ). And the fact that it works well on many levels: as a love story, action movie and as the best episode of "Lost Tribes" they never made . I don't like to be entertained cheaply (usually no art house flicks for me) and money & quality oozes out of this film. It is a testament to James Cameron's ability as one of the worlds premier film-makers. Loved it… Expand
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JSDec 22, 2009
This is a truly mind-blowing, visually stunning monster of a film. The CGI is a new benchmark in cinema history, and although at times the Na'vi don't quite look real, it's a hell of a lot closer than anyone has ever come This is a truly mind-blowing, visually stunning monster of a film. The CGI is a new benchmark in cinema history, and although at times the Na'vi don't quite look real, it's a hell of a lot closer than anyone has ever come before. The 3D is expertly judged and deployed; none of that crap like spears pointing in your face every two seconds, but proper effects which are only used when needed. The plot is slightly overused, but to be fair Cameron wrote this fourteen years back when it still would have been original. So don't judge him on that. Still the undisputed King of the World.… Expand
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TiberiuCDec 22, 2009
I give it an 8, because the story is pure cheese and the characters are forgettable. However, the presentation is top notch. The intended audience will probably consider it perfect. Yet I keep wondering how much better this movie could get. I give it an 8, because the story is pure cheese and the characters are forgettable. However, the presentation is top notch. The intended audience will probably consider it perfect. Yet I keep wondering how much better this movie could get. Just imagine some critically acclaimed sci-fi novel done with this kind of technology. I guess if something like this ever gets done, I'll have Cameron to thank for paving the way.… Expand
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TylerTDec 21, 2009
Absolutely incredible, from start to finish - you don't even realize you've been sitting there for 3 hours until you check your watch. The story has been done before, but it only serves to emphasize the best visuals and environment Absolutely incredible, from start to finish - you don't even realize you've been sitting there for 3 hours until you check your watch. The story has been done before, but it only serves to emphasize the best visuals and environment ever seen in a film. My mouth was gaping open for the entire movie, and there were scenes of such epic proportions that I felt like crying out in amazement.… Expand
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IamheADec 21, 2009
This film had elements of Pocohantas, The Matrix, Jurassic Park and Apocalypse Now, woven together to create something truly different that now joins the ranks of those great breakthrough film predecessors. Regarding the plot, nobody else This film had elements of Pocohantas, The Matrix, Jurassic Park and Apocalypse Now, woven together to create something truly different that now joins the ranks of those great breakthrough film predecessors. Regarding the plot, nobody else has used this term, so let me now say that this is an anti-imperialist film. A rapacious Terran culture visits an ecologically diverse and cooperative foreign world on an exploitative mission, and there is a conflict of cultures in which the film clearly takes the side of the natives. That is not a cliche because mainstream films have usually come down on the side of the people with the guns, and even when they have not they have usually failed to project a positive image of cooperatively based matriarchal societies. Yes, everything is writ large rather than subtly, but look at the rest of these comments and you can see why; not a very subtle bunch, we moviegoers, are we?… Expand
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GregDec 21, 2009
Absolutely stunning! I've never felt so fully engulfed in a move, it grabs you both emotionally and physically. At times, you feel as if you're right there with the characters. Unfortunately, I will never watch it in 2D, it will Absolutely stunning! I've never felt so fully engulfed in a move, it grabs you both emotionally and physically. At times, you feel as if you're right there with the characters. Unfortunately, I will never watch it in 2D, it will never have the same effect, and therein lies its only fault.… Expand
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RichardDec 21, 2009
You have to be kidding. The movie was awful and long. No suspense as the acting was bad. All the fancy colors and sounds were for kids with ADD. Much ado about nothing. Overhyped by the professional shills.
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LomaxHDec 21, 2009
Showing off a new type of camera should never be the main reason for making a $300,000,000 film. An ENTERTAINING, WELL-TOLD STORY should be the ONLY reason for making a film� at any budget. AVATAR is proof of Showing off a new type of camera should never be the main reason for making a $300,000,000 film. An ENTERTAINING, WELL-TOLD STORY should be the ONLY reason for making a film� at any budget. AVATAR is proof of this. From character to plot to dialogue to theme, we�ve seen AVATAR before. And done better. AVATAR is a Frankenstein�s Monster of other films� elements, wrapped in pretty CGI and 3-D. Unfortunately, Cameron�s monster has no heart and no brain. If the reason AVATAR exists is simply because James Cameron wanted to make it, I find that odd. Turning down a James Cameron �original film� Expand
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LindaP.Dec 21, 2009
A fantastic visual feast--especially in 3-D. Great story, Sam Worthington and Sigourney Weaver were great. Exceeded my expectations!
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BrandonMDec 21, 2009
I think it was a great movie, giving a 10 out of 10! I never got bored at any point while watching this movie. I do think the 3d was kind of gimmicky though because the main char looked like a pencil at one point, now that was the worst of I think it was a great movie, giving a 10 out of 10! I never got bored at any point while watching this movie. I do think the 3d was kind of gimmicky though because the main char looked like a pencil at one point, now that was the worst of it through the whole movie. I won't say this movie is for every one though, there is a lot of psychological undertones.… Expand
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AnonymousMCDec 21, 2009
Engrossing world. Epic storyline. Believable romance. Relatable and realistic characters. Detestable villain. Perfect ending. What more could you want in a movie?
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KevinBDec 21, 2009
Wow. What a spectacle. The CGI characters are just so good, you completely forget that they aren't real. With the love story weaved in, it just soared to one of my top 3 movies ever.
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MaleficarDDec 21, 2009
Dances with Smurfs, Pocahontas3D: take your pick. Then add in some hypocritical white guilt and you have Avatar. Cameron is a fine film-maker, but this is just dross.
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BillySDec 21, 2009
Avatar is the closest thing most people will ever have to an "out-of-body" experience in their lives. The last time I was so totally enraptured in a film was watching 2001: A space Odyssey on acid in 1968. Avatar is the real deal without any Avatar is the closest thing most people will ever have to an "out-of-body" experience in their lives. The last time I was so totally enraptured in a film was watching 2001: A space Odyssey on acid in 1968. Avatar is the real deal without any mind enhancing substances! James Cameron has delivered on all his promises and then some, especially to all those fans of the Yes album covers of the 70's, in Avatar they become extraordinarily real places, with exactly the peace-loving, enviromentally connected inhabitants you'd expect. Cameron strives for perfection in his work and in Avatar, he achieves it!! A Masterpiece.… Expand
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WillowKDec 21, 2009
A stupendous three hours in each and every way -- whether it be the technology, or the ingenuity of the Na'vi, or the sheer brilliance of the smooth 3-D animation blended with a sci-fi tale of epic proportions. It had me crying and A stupendous three hours in each and every way -- whether it be the technology, or the ingenuity of the Na'vi, or the sheer brilliance of the smooth 3-D animation blended with a sci-fi tale of epic proportions. It had me crying and laughing and sitting, fists clenched, on the edge of my seat in all the right places, so much that I can't help but have to see it again. Imax. Truly -- if you have any modern sensibility, or a heart for fantasy, science fiction, or action of any type, this is a movie to see.… Expand
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JoeCDec 21, 2009
One small step forward for filmmaking technology, one giant leap backward for writing, acting, directing...oh you know.
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RubenSDec 21, 2009
It was an amazing movie , an instant favorite. 3D looked so great; I had one of the best cinematic experiences I've ever had.
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WillADec 21, 2009
I came in expecting a mediocore CGI orgy on screen but I was actually very surprised. It was actually a great movie and I didn't expect it to be very good in the first place.
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10
davidbDec 21, 2009
Avatar is by far the best movie i have seen. I saw it on the opening day, and saw it again the next day. Everything about this movie is fabulous, the soundtrack it awsome. The story and the way its laid out through the movie is really good, Avatar is by far the best movie i have seen. I saw it on the opening day, and saw it again the next day. Everything about this movie is fabulous, the soundtrack it awsome. The story and the way its laid out through the movie is really good, and not to mention the CGI in this movie. It looks unreal. Its the perfect movie. Nothing will top it… Expand
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GeorgeDec 21, 2009
Absolutely ludicrous for these kind of reviews over a cartoon with amateur dialogue and acting. 2 Points for the animation but that is about it. Like anyone didn't know the ending? C'mon adults grow up!
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ArmandoPDec 21, 2009
Best movie of 2009, and possibly of the decade. Great story and amazing visual effects.
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10
VictorMDec 21, 2009
Very well paced experience.
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BrentADec 21, 2009
Simply spectacular from start to finish. One of the most enjoyable movies I have ever seen in a theatre. The 3D effects were very good as well.
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UzairSheikhDec 21, 2009
A good movie, well worth the money spent.
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BeverlyDDec 21, 2009
Execellent movie expirence. The visual world of Pandora is stunning in 3D. The story is well played out in good detail. This film should get many Academy Award nominations.
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StefanZDec 21, 2009
Undescribable. Keep an open mind and a closed mouth and it should surpass all expectations.
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MoisesADec 21, 2009
Beautiful. The movie made me feel alive, away from the everyday world.
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JasonADec 21, 2009
Without a doubt this was one of the if not the most memorable movie experiences of my lifetime!! I saw it at the IMAX and recomend the experience to everybody.
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TBooTedMarshallDec 21, 2009
Great visuals. Terrible story. No real characters. Bad acting. Heavy-handed left-wing preaching. The only way this movie could have been more anti-American would be to add a scene where the blue aliens are at an airport spitting on Marines Great visuals. Terrible story. No real characters. Bad acting. Heavy-handed left-wing preaching. The only way this movie could have been more anti-American would be to add a scene where the blue aliens are at an airport spitting on Marines and soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. And, please don't forget: those Marines and soldiers are over there because in 2001 some jerks blew up and destoryed our big tree. I guess if your blue and get all sad and weepy after killing animals it's OK to fight back after someone blows up your big tree, but if your an American your just a big meanie if you fight back after your big tree is blown up. Really? Nice hypocracy.… Expand
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WilliamCDec 21, 2009
Avatar: Where Can I Get One of Those? For any person living in the eastern part of the United States, taking that long trek to the local movie theater probably was the last thing on your mind, while the thoughts of hot chocolate, and Avatar: Where Can I Get One of Those? For any person living in the eastern part of the United States, taking that long trek to the local movie theater probably was the last thing on your mind, while the thoughts of hot chocolate, and watching the snow was a higher priority. Yet even with the weather arduously not helping, Avatar starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, and Sigourney Weaver, still flashed onto to silver screen with something to prove. For anyone walking into this movie without any prior knowledge other than primetime trailers, they will be dazed and thrilled with the kaleidoscopic world brought from the reaches of the universe. Which is why it becomes no surprise to hear that Director James Cameron had been waiting to produce this movie for over fifteen years, only being stopped by CGI and limitations. However, once a $500 million budget was procured and graphics were to his visionary standard, everything was golden. And golden it was. Right from first ten minutes you get the essential story: Worthington was a Jarhead that was hurt, had a brother that died and got the chance to take his place on a science expedition on Pandora, a Earth-type moon with natural inhabitants, the NaâÂ?Â?vi that are not happy with what humans are doing. From there the stage is set to meet the rest of the cast, and learn that Worthington job is to run an Avatar, a human-made version of the NaâÂ?Â?vi to help learn their culture and get to know them better. However there is a hitch in the scientific plans in the form of Stephen LangâÂ?Â?s character, the officer in charge of the defense and mining of an important ore on Pandora. LangâÂ?Â?s only goal is to remove the NaâÂ?Â?vi so that they can mine the hell out of the planet. Thus it is the fate of WorthingtonâÂ?Â?s character to be stuck in the middle, battling with his conscious. The plot flows effortlessly between a steady dose of character development, action, and humor, which guarantees that most will be enthralled with the world presented. WorthingtonâÂ?Â?s character Jake Sully, who has always been a solider, keeps the motto of speak only when it really counts. This makes him a good pair along WeaverâÂ?Â?s character Grace, who is the lead scientist for the Avatar program. Cameron takes a lot of what made WeaverâÂ?Â?s character amazing from Aliens and brought it back here, keeping her snarky and to the point. Yet the large selling point for the mammoth was itâÂ?Â?s CGI and how they incorporated it. IâÂ?Â?m not going to try and sugarcoat it here; thereâÂ?Â?s a lot. About 80% of this movie is based purely on the computer renditions of the actors while they are scurrying around out in the dense tropical forests of Pandora. And while the concept of it caused a bit of a ruckus before opening, they pulled it off flawlessly. Everything from the luminescent trees to the exotic creatures in this utopian world looked and fit perfectly into place. WhatâÂ?Â?s more is that the facial and body structures of each character really made you feel like they were meant to exist. Especially watching SaldanaâÂ?Â?s character Neytiri and how each movement in her face looked perfectly natural is an accomplishment. In fact, in most of the NaâÂ?Â?vi, you could see almost the exact actor or actress behind their characterâÂ?Â?s eyes, and know that they in fact were doing those exact movements. Cameron does an amazing job bringing you a masterful story, yet at times he almost loses both himself and the viewer in what he was talking about. The fanciful plants and pictures everywhere, the almost Bay-ish humor that would spring up on occasion, (which I feel is at no fault to Cameron, rather a ploy to get younger viewers more involved) you could have the potential to forget what Cameron is trying to get across in this episodic fantasy; and thatâÂ?Â?s everyone and everything has a life. You observe as the NaâÂ?Â?vi savor every twig, every leaf, pray to every kill they hunt for food, never enjoying what they do. It is a concept that stems from the 90s, yet has followed Cameron and has become a bigger part of todayâÂ?Â?s world, with the threats of global warming and movies like The Inconvenient Truth. While CameronâÂ?Â?s intent was not to preach and to bring about the age of utopian society with nature, he walk back to the screen with a carpet of glowing moss under his feet, and nobody heard him coming.… 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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LukeW.Dec 21, 2009
visually stunning? yes. a plot line that a 10 year old could have written? yes. it seems like the visual aspects of the movie drove the development of the plot line instead of the other way around. nonetheless, worth seeing on the big screen.
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SamPDec 21, 2009
The marvelous alien world and its inhabitants are the stars. Seeing Pandora through the eyes of an uneducated human-turned-alien is the perfect vehicle for spellbinding encounters with the landscape, creatures, and foliage of this strange The marvelous alien world and its inhabitants are the stars. Seeing Pandora through the eyes of an uneducated human-turned-alien is the perfect vehicle for spellbinding encounters with the landscape, creatures, and foliage of this strange world. But there's something utterly familiar about the adventure, with plenty of predictable moments to keep us safely on the rails. This didn't detract from my enjoyment of the movie--even with formulaic plot points, the storytelling was well crafted and the CG characters were believable and poignant. Based on the trailer, I expected to be distracted by the shifts between CG and practical photography, but in practice it worked well. As the story hit its stride, I came to sympathize with the Navi and this emotional investment further helped suspend disbelief. Walking out, my cynical take was: "Matrix meets Titanic meets Pocahontas." But even with nods of the head and recycled material (see: credit music), the sum is much greater than the parts.… Expand
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PABDec 21, 2009
The 3D technology is simply amazing, without being too distracting either. From now on, 2D movies will seem very lame to me. As for the artistic merits of the movie, it's your average mix of love story and action you expect from The 3D technology is simply amazing, without being too distracting either. From now on, 2D movies will seem very lame to me. As for the artistic merits of the movie, it's your average mix of love story and action you expect from blockbusters. Except that with this movie, everything is so visually beautiful and the action sequences are epic.... in 3D!!!… Expand
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JamesBDec 21, 2009
I have seen a lot of movies in my time. So many at this point, that it is extremely rare that I experience any sense of awe or wonder at a film. "Avatar" stepped in and changed that for me in a tremendous way. If you're expecting a I have seen a lot of movies in my time. So many at this point, that it is extremely rare that I experience any sense of awe or wonder at a film. "Avatar" stepped in and changed that for me in a tremendous way. If you're expecting a brand-new, never before seen tale, you've come to the wrong movie. The story and formula are tried and true, as both James Cameron and most other prominent directors in Hollywood well know. Where this movie steps out of that mold, is in the fantastic world that James and crew have created. The sea, land, sky, and life on display here are like nothing you've seen before, and yet, are so familiar that you slide right into the feel of the place like an old pair of jeans. As for story, learning, loving, betrayal, and redemption are all on display and used to competent effect. Where this movie really shines, however, is in three dimensions. I have yet to see a movie that uses the 3D so intelligently. Used here, 3D truly puts you inside the spaces of this film, and the experience is made all the better for it. As for the technology of the creatures, plants, and the blue-skinned, three-fingered Na'Vi, every one in Hollywood should sit up and take notice. There has been nothing yet to compare with the realism of everything on display. Gollum was long the benchmark by which CG performances were measured, but in my world, this is no longer the case. The Na'Vi, in terms of movement and emotion, are the most convincing creation ever to come out of a silicon chip. When they smile, you believe it. When they cry, you feel their pain. I stand up and salute James Cameron and all the brilliant computer artists who came together with technology to create an utterly believable world, along with the plants, animals and people who inhabit it. Coming back down to earth, I must say this will not go down as the greatest movie ever made. It has it's flaws. If you've seen a James Cameron film before, you probably know what to expect in terms of story, and I can't say that this will "change the way" we watch movies forever. What I can say is this. For the sheer experience of it, for the spectacle, for the awe and wonder, this is the best film on the big screen today.… Expand
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MitchMDec 21, 2009
An awesome sci-fi epic that redefines the moviegoer's experience like the LORD OF THE RINGS, with it's cutting edge CGI, did back in '01 (and spawned an endless succession of lesser films). I didn't like Horner's An awesome sci-fi epic that redefines the moviegoer's experience like the LORD OF THE RINGS, with it's cutting edge CGI, did back in '01 (and spawned an endless succession of lesser films). I didn't like Horner's bombastic score, which was tiresome and cliche. (he is a hack) But, the 2.5 hours flew by.… Expand
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ThomasLDec 21, 2009
I'm not sure what to say. As great to look at as it is absolutely preposterous a story. As the days pass, I remember more riduculous things about the story that make me wonder. $3-5 million dollars and two bits on the story? By the way, I'm not sure what to say. As great to look at as it is absolutely preposterous a story. As the days pass, I remember more riduculous things about the story that make me wonder. $3-5 million dollars and two bits on the story? By the way, did Al Gore finance the movie? It's a enviro weenie's wet dream. See it but don't expect it to make any sense, if you think about it. Cameron obviously yearns for a world without technology and isn't a bit bothered by hypocritically using it to beat us over the head with it.… Expand
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AaronDec 21, 2009
This movie is without a doubt amazing. Like everybody I was just so extremely impressed with the visuals and the amount of detail that went into them. The story, familiar as it may be, is still really good and I deeply enjoyed the characters This movie is without a doubt amazing. Like everybody I was just so extremely impressed with the visuals and the amount of detail that went into them. The story, familiar as it may be, is still really good and I deeply enjoyed the characters especially the evil colonel played by Stephen Lang. He says really stupid things sometimes but they were extremely funny if you look at it from the perspective that they were said to make you laugh and weren't just bits of cheesy dialogue. It doesn't matter if you are an enviromentalist or a warhawk I strongly encourage everyone to see this movie.… Expand
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StephenBDec 21, 2009
Special effects were amazing. -1 for the soundtrack fail. It just needed a better soundtrack - they clearly know not to use the soundtrack from the lion king for the trailer.
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JamieCDec 21, 2009
Visual FX in 3D were beautiful. Great attention to detail and very pleasing palette. But the story, characterization and dialogue was weak. It was dragging in parts. Expected more from the action packed ending.
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BeanDec 21, 2009
A Chessy fantasy movie, with a bad plot. Actually a thinly disguised lecture on the evils of technology, capatlism, corporations and "white men", and the virtues of tribal living and tree hugging. Utter crap.
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GaryDec 21, 2009
Specials were great but the acting and dialogue were terrible. I really can't believe these rave reviews because of 3D animation? The story was as old as the hills and totally predictable.
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AllStarDec 21, 2009
Watching this film in 3D brought back to me the spine tingling feeling last felt when I saw the Dinosaurs in Jurrassic Park. I left really feeling I had watched something groundbreaking in ambition and execution. The failure to suspend Watching this film in 3D brought back to me the spine tingling feeling last felt when I saw the Dinosaurs in Jurrassic Park. I left really feeling I had watched something groundbreaking in ambition and execution. The failure to suspend disbelief amongst some is either wilful dislike of 'block-busters' or jaded and shrivelled imaginations.… Expand
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DennisDDec 21, 2009
The best cinematic experience I've ever had. Somehow, this film becomes far more than simply the sum of its part, thanks in part to the jawdroppingly beautiful world and culture presented, but also in part to the real beating heart that The best cinematic experience I've ever had. Somehow, this film becomes far more than simply the sum of its part, thanks in part to the jawdroppingly beautiful world and culture presented, but also in part to the real beating heart that exists in the character arc. A fantastic experience.… Expand
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HollyCDec 21, 2009
Best review that I agree with= Michael Phillips-- Chicago Tribune--- (and many people here) First 90 minutes is superb---the 3D immersion of Pandora is just awesome. However, as many have mentioned, plot and story are clunky and predictable. Best review that I agree with= Michael Phillips-- Chicago Tribune--- (and many people here) First 90 minutes is superb---the 3D immersion of Pandora is just awesome. However, as many have mentioned, plot and story are clunky and predictable. I know this follows Dances With Wolves quite steadily--but I almost wish they would've paid more attention to DWW and maybe get the story in better shape. But it says something that it's still a great block buster even with the mediocre plot/cheeseball ending. see it in 3D if you can!… Expand
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ZacsMDec 21, 2009
James Cameron has somehow created a world so pure and real, so stunning, that it actually makes the world we live in look like an embarassment. Get off work, park your car and go see this. Go stare in awe not only at the spectacle, that James Cameron has somehow created a world so pure and real, so stunning, that it actually makes the world we live in look like an embarassment. Get off work, park your car and go see this. Go stare in awe not only at the spectacle, that which is an absolute feast for our depraved eyes, but be in awe of a reality so evolved and connected and powerful. So beyond Kate Winslets breasts, and KFC, and the price of gas. So enlightening, you almost for a minute there look at the car keys and the car and the car park in disgust. For a minute there you feel like you're suffocating in a superficial and stupid society. Then you get in and drive off.… Expand
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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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TurdFDec 21, 2009
Gamechanger. That's all there is to say.
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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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ChadSDec 21, 2009
Maybe once, just once, has "I see you" worked as an effective bit of movie dialogue, and the moment when Neyriti(Zoe Saldana) tells Jake Sully(Sam Worthington) that, well, she sees him, isn't it. The soul mining of this Na'vi Maybe once, just once, has "I see you" worked as an effective bit of movie dialogue, and the moment when Neyriti(Zoe Saldana) tells Jake Sully(Sam Worthington) that, well, she sees him, isn't it. The soul mining of this Na'vi hottie performed upon this former marine is pure romantic pap, but "I see you" could have transcended its pedestrian connotations, had Jake's loyalties been more vacillating. A nice guy from the start, "Avatar" could have distinguished itself from "Dances with Wolves" comparisons by making Runs Like Manute Bol less compassionate and open-minded than the Kevin Costner character. Confined to a wheelchair, Jake's shoot to kill days are over, but that doesn't mean his warring mentality needed to be over too. The human infiltration into the Na'vi world needed just one benevolent presence(the scientist played by Sigourney Weaver), not two. After all, Jake is on a science-based detail, by default. If it wasn't for his accident, he'd be carrying a gun, and dancing with money. The tepid love story gains in power only if Neyriti was employed as the catalyst for Jake's transformation into a full-blooded Na'vi. But since he comes to Pandora without a shred of prejudicial feelings toward the planet's indigenous population, our protagonist has no character arc. Turning Na'vi-nese becomes inevitable, becomes ho-hum. It's probably the main reason why the story can't keep up with the special effects. The two sides, military and science, are too black and white, in terms of moralistic complexity. When Neyriti tells Jake that she sees him, the meaning is way too literal. (Jake is a human being.) "I see you" could have been issued as a challenge to be good, in the name of interspecies love. (For the record: "I see you" worked beautifully in Wayne Wang's "The Joy Luck Club").… Expand
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AHettDec 20, 2009
Absolutely EPIC! If you fail to see this in 3d before theatres stop showing it, I truly pity you... RealD is the technology I saw it in and you simply can't recreate the experience at home (nor would I think in the next couple years at Absolutely EPIC! If you fail to see this in 3d before theatres stop showing it, I truly pity you... RealD is the technology I saw it in and you simply can't recreate the experience at home (nor would I think in the next couple years at minimum), so if you are thinking of waiting for blu-ray/dvd, DON'T DO IT! Simply amazing in every possible respect.… Expand
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KessK.Dec 20, 2009
Oh dear. When did we start judging art solely by the medium? At least with film, when Cameron made "Terminator" (or maybe when Lucas made a cute little indie film in the 70's, but who's keeping track...), that's when! I had a Oh dear. When did we start judging art solely by the medium? At least with film, when Cameron made "Terminator" (or maybe when Lucas made a cute little indie film in the 70's, but who's keeping track...), that's when! I had a great time watching this exercise in 4G optics but the multi-culti garbage, quasi-racist character development (we discover another planet and they wear dreadlocks and piercings, really??), and totally transparent Western culture apologia were sickening. This is cartoon ideology, people; I really wish a director of Cameron's reputation could come up with something a little more...revolutionary.… Expand
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CalebDec 20, 2009
This is a more than a movie. It is truly an epic experience. See it in IMAX 3D. It is simply awesome!!
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SeanismynameDec 20, 2009
Great movie. It's absolutely DISGUSTING that your site features and advertisement that makes a CONTEST for Dell computers out of Osama bin Laden. Have you no respect for the TENS of THOUSANDS of deaths that have occured because of this Great movie. It's absolutely DISGUSTING that your site features and advertisement that makes a CONTEST for Dell computers out of Osama bin Laden. Have you no respect for the TENS of THOUSANDS of deaths that have occured because of this man? Fuck Dell computers. Only a true asshole would approve that ad for any website. Give your fucking heads a shake, idiots.… Expand
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JoelCDec 20, 2009
WOW... I could not imagine a better way to end a decade of great movies (I realize there was a gap in between, but still some great movies were made). We kicked it off with the amazing Lord of the Rings trilogy, and now we end it with one of WOW... I could not imagine a better way to end a decade of great movies (I realize there was a gap in between, but still some great movies were made). We kicked it off with the amazing Lord of the Rings trilogy, and now we end it with one of the most visually stunning experiences of our lifetime. If you have not seen Avatar yet, I recommend you take 3 hours to say hello to the future of cinematography.… Expand
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RayferdDDec 20, 2009
The plot made of been been there, done that type of deal, but WOW this movie was amazing! I went in to see some epic action scenes, but I was even more caught in the world the director made. The little love story was even good! And yes the The plot made of been been there, done that type of deal, but WOW this movie was amazing! I went in to see some epic action scenes, but I was even more caught in the world the director made. The little love story was even good! And yes the action alone would of warrent a 10/10. One of the best movies and stands up with The Dark Knight as one of the best movie of the decade.… 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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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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BeatriceDec 20, 2009
Beautiful colors and sounds but as far as a story it was very poor. I'm amazed that everyone seems taken in by the bells and whistles but no one cares about anything else. Quite a commentary on the dumbing down of America.
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SeldoVDec 20, 2009
Avatar is so mind-blowingly beautiful that several scenes almost reduced me to tears. The 3D is done effectively and mostly subtly, fading away until it's just part of the experience. Amazing.
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BillMDec 20, 2009
Yes it is a rip off of Larry Niven Integral Trees and Dances with Wolves. I watched the credits and I think and saw no credits for the original ideas. I am in the business and have beeb ripped off by Disney seceveral times. I think Cameron Yes it is a rip off of Larry Niven Integral Trees and Dances with Wolves. I watched the credits and I think and saw no credits for the original ideas. I am in the business and have beeb ripped off by Disney seceveral times. I think Cameron needs to make an immediate attempt to extend to credit the the creative talents he has either intententional or possibly unintentionally plagerised… Expand
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DerekCDec 20, 2009
Save yourself some money and rent Pocahonitis then download some 3D Technology Demos. It amounts to the same thing. P.S. 3D is still the enormous gimmick it was 50 years ago.
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PauleyDec 20, 2009
You have to separate the movie into two different parts. Visually, it was stunning but not the world-changer that I had been lead to believe that it was - at least for the public. It may be this type of world-changer for the industry. It was You have to separate the movie into two different parts. Visually, it was stunning but not the world-changer that I had been lead to believe that it was - at least for the public. It may be this type of world-changer for the industry. It was beautiful but failed to live up to the high expectations that I had. As a movie, I thought it was the biggest piece of anti-military, anti-corporate America, and pro-enviromentalist propoganda that I had ever seen. It was so one-sided that it hurt the film. Could he not have filled in some backstory on what drove the corporation to need the underground resource other than pure evil greed or give the military a more realistic sense other than simple blood-lust. There was no depth to these elements of the story which exposed Cameron's liberal, self-hating mindset. If he spent as much time and energy into making a great movie as he did into pushing his liberal agenda then it would have been huge success instead of the beautiful propoganda piece that was released. The most successful part of Cameron's operation was making sure the full extent of the bias of his film was not discussed before opening weekend to save the boxoffice. That will not be the case the second weekend. Prepare for the backlash.… Expand
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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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JohnZDec 20, 2009
Depends on an amazing number of cliches and stereotypes - on the evil side, the US military and a large corporation, both intent on destroying a beautiful luminous ecosystem for the "unobtanium" (no joke) under the ground. On the good side, Depends on an amazing number of cliches and stereotypes - on the evil side, the US military and a large corporation, both intent on destroying a beautiful luminous ecosystem for the "unobtanium" (no joke) under the ground. On the good side, aliens that are essentially 10-foot tall blue Native Americans ("horses", bows and arrows, war paint, tribal leaders, etc etc), a female scientist, a Latina pilot, a paraplegic Marine, and of course the planetary Nature Goddess. Who will like it? Left-wingers and New Age types. Who will be disappointed by all the cliches? Intelligent people and grown-ups. Visually interesting though.… Expand
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AlanGDec 20, 2009
Technically and visually a very good movie, especially if watched in 3D. But story wise, somewhat sophomoric and a rip off of so many movies of the past. It was like watching Star Wars, Apocalypse Now, Harry Potter, West Side Story, Alien, Technically and visually a very good movie, especially if watched in 3D. But story wise, somewhat sophomoric and a rip off of so many movies of the past. It was like watching Star Wars, Apocalypse Now, Harry Potter, West Side Story, Alien, Dances with Wolves, Lord of the Ring and more all rolled into one. The storyline was bearable until it got to one of the rituals which was downright hokey. I also thought it was way too violent. It was violence for special effects sake. The acting and dialogue was also pretty lame.… Expand
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sarakDec 20, 2009
Terrible acting, S. Weaver was astonishingly bad. Cringe-worthy dialogue, sarcastic little one-liners thrown in at regular intervals. One-dimensional characters, every cliche in the book. Ripped off themes and music. Felt like I was watching Terrible acting, S. Weaver was astonishingly bad. Cringe-worthy dialogue, sarcastic little one-liners thrown in at regular intervals. One-dimensional characters, every cliche in the book. Ripped off themes and music. Felt like I was watching some kind of video game. J. Cameron should be embarrassed. He should cut the movie down to 90 minutes market it to kiddies and try to cut his losses now.… Expand
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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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JasonPDec 20, 2009
I'm personally going to try to fund the sequal to this movie. Redefines Awesome.
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RossDDec 20, 2009
Amazing CG. I was blown away. The plot is not very original and could've used work, but the setting was amazing. Cameron does a very good job of bringing you into Pandora and getting you attached. Overall, a good movie to see, Amazing CG. I was blown away. The plot is not very original and could've used work, but the setting was amazing. Cameron does a very good job of bringing you into Pandora and getting you attached. Overall, a good movie to see, especially in a theater.… Expand
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SeanSDec 20, 2009
A true cinematic experience, well worth the 12 dollars on IMAX 3D. My new favorite movie.
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FrankWDec 20, 2009
An incredible achievement. It's weaknesses are far outweighed by it's strengths. It's setup for a sequel, but even James Cameron is going to have a hard time topping, or even equaling, this for excitement and creativity.
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MichaelRDec 20, 2009
Saw the movie in 3D... The movie is visually stunning in 3D! I rarely watch a movie more than once in the theaters. I plan on watching it again! This time in IMAX 3D!
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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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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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juandDec 20, 2009
Too bad they couldn't afford good writers--the budget was blown on eye candy, but the message is the same old tired anti-Western nihilist propaganda.
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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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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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AnneL.Dec 20, 2009
Absolutely loved all but the last Rambo-style finale albeit with amazing effects. The story up to that point was innovative and exciting, to say nothing of technologically amazing, especially the magical appearance of the day-glo jungle. Absolutely loved all but the last Rambo-style finale albeit with amazing effects. The story up to that point was innovative and exciting, to say nothing of technologically amazing, especially the magical appearance of the day-glo jungle. Cameron has indeed done it again.… Expand
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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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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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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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Jpaul81Dec 20, 2009
Visually this movie is a true epic and sets a new benchmark. This plot is solid and engaging, if a little cheesy and predictable but ticks most of boxes for a hollywood blockbuster - betrayal, vengeance, forbidden romance - its all there. Visually this movie is a true epic and sets a new benchmark. This plot is solid and engaging, if a little cheesy and predictable but ticks most of boxes for a hollywood blockbuster - betrayal, vengeance, forbidden romance - its all there. Overall a very good film… Expand
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MikeE.Dec 20, 2009
The first half in the best. Amazing (fake) scenery, fantastic effects, I had a smile on my face the entire time. Towards the end it started to drag and became predictable, but holy cow, entirely worth seeing in IIMAX 3D. The childish jabs at The first half in the best. Amazing (fake) scenery, fantastic effects, I had a smile on my face the entire time. Towards the end it started to drag and became predictable, but holy cow, entirely worth seeing in IIMAX 3D. The childish jabs at the war on terror and Iraq were rather silly, and some of the acting was mediocre, but once again, holy cow, that use of IMAX 3D is amazing. Beautiful glowing worlds in 3D. What more do you want?… 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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BertrandG.Dec 20, 2009
Pocahontas in 3D.
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DavidP.Dec 20, 2009
I just finished watching Avatar in boring old 2D. I expected that without the gimmicky glasses the film would lose most of what people are raving about (see Beowulf) but darned if that wasn't an awesome film. I saw Titanic in '97 I just finished watching Avatar in boring old 2D. I expected that without the gimmicky glasses the film would lose most of what people are raving about (see Beowulf) but darned if that wasn't an awesome film. I saw Titanic in '97 and though the visuals were incredible, probably the best until Avatar, I felt that the story was too hackneyed to ignore just for the sake of special effects. Avatar has come in for some of the same criticism from some viewers, but though there isn't anything really new in this plot, it's surprisingly well written, at least for a big budget action film. But of course the story only needed to not be annoying, because the real reason everyone is going to see this film is the visuals, which even in plain old 2D are enough to make Lucas's last three space operas look like something out of Ed Wood's filmography. Only Lord of the Rings has come close to creating an entire world with this level of detail, and some of the same folks are on board for this film. But they have really outdone themselves. The only negative reviews I've seen from non-critics have been from conservatives who are offended by a movie that says we shouldn't rape and pillage native peoples and pristine environments. I'm not sure that's really a defensible position, so no comment there :)… Expand
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MaxL.Dec 20, 2009
Spectacular with emphasize on the spectacles. The visual effects and some of the shots are amazing. The story and dialogues, however, are simple minded with cartoonish characters, making the long runtime unbearable. See it in the big screen Spectacular with emphasize on the spectacles. The visual effects and some of the shots are amazing. The story and dialogues, however, are simple minded with cartoonish characters, making the long runtime unbearable. See it in the big screen but don't expect too much.… Expand
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CharlesR.Dec 19, 2009
A milestone in the history of film. People ask where is the key game-changing scene (like the liquid morph in the Terminator sequel)? The answer is that it is pretty much the entire movie: an immersive world that feels so real it makes real A milestone in the history of film. People ask where is the key game-changing scene (like the liquid morph in the Terminator sequel)? The answer is that it is pretty much the entire movie: an immersive world that feels so real it makes real life seem pedestrian. You *have* to see it in 3D.… Expand
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JoshDDec 19, 2009
This movie captured my heart and took me to a place that i wanted to be real. At the end of the movie i felt like i was leaving my avatar to come back to the blase real world. I did not want it to end.
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DomC.Dec 19, 2009
The movie was simply breathtaking with the work Cameron has done. I, unlike a lot of people, also liked the story that went along with it, and thought it added to the piece. A very good movie overall and the best movie of 2009.
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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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NormanB.W.Dec 19, 2009
This is a truly groundbreaking film for computer animation, and watching it in Imax 3D is a must. I just wish it had a plot that wasn't so derivative. This is basically "Dances with Wolves" only with aliens, with a little bit of This is a truly groundbreaking film for computer animation, and watching it in Imax 3D is a must. I just wish it had a plot that wasn't so derivative. This is basically "Dances with Wolves" only with aliens, with a little bit of "Gorillas in the Mist" thrown in here and there.… Expand
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KielB.Dec 19, 2009
Creativity triumphs.
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BuddJ.Dec 19, 2009
Same old Bull, it was like an old cowboy and indians story. The main charater was named Sully. Why not Tyrone??
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SSDec 19, 2009
Before I begin my review, I just want to relate my experience, prior to seeing this movie. Friday afternoon, a friend and I had gone to see Avatar in RealD 3D at a theatre that was near her house. We enjoyed about 45 minutes of the film when Before I begin my review, I just want to relate my experience, prior to seeing this movie. Friday afternoon, a friend and I had gone to see Avatar in RealD 3D at a theatre that was near her house. We enjoyed about 45 minutes of the film when it started to skip... it stopped and started about 3-5 times before it finally froze and shut down. The crowd was outraged and we were told to leave and get "Rain Check" passes at customer service because the system had failed and the movie would not play, it would take 3 hours to fix. So with complete disappointed we got out rain check passes and decided to come back the next day after the problem would be fixed. The first 45 minutes that we did see that day was pretty cool so far, so we definitely wanted to give it another go. As we sat in our seats this afternoon (12/19/09) I sensed that something was going to go wrong, and I could tell my friend had similar intuitions. When the movie was finally about to start, they showed the "please silence your cell phones screen" and then... it stopped.... frozen... the manager came in and told us what we had feared.... it froze... again and it would take forever to fix. We left the theatre utterly pissed and completely done with the stupid theatre. Full of outrage, I expressed my anger with one of the employees. I attempted to get my money back, she of course told me it was impossible, and instead gave us rain check passes and a few extras because of our inconvenience. (sweet? bitter sweet) We decided to go to Imax instead, we figured the massive screen would make the experience all the more amazing. After driving the long way there, parking, and then running many blocks to Imax, out of breath, we were met with an enormous line and a sign that said "Avatar 3D, SOLD OUT" Blast! To cut to the chase, after running back to the parking garage, we went to another theatre owned by the same company as the other theatre that screwed up, and were able to use our passes and get in, and yes that time it worked, no screw ups. After all of this complete heck... IT WAS WELL WORTH IT!! After we left the theatre, we cared little about the shenanigans that went down in attempts to see the movie. We had completely forgotten and were only focused on the movie, and still trying to process it. I've heard complaints about the music and that it wasn't very good... it was great. It was what you'd expect of an epic sci-fi. I've also heard complaints about the story; I didn't see any problem with it either. The only problem I saw was with some of the acting, there were a few actors that didn't seem to do as good of a job as you'd expect for a movie of this magnitude. BUT, the actors in questions were not the focus of the movie and weren't shown often enough to interfere with the experience, thus it wasn't a big problem. The visual effects of this movie were completely amazing. It was hard to believe that most of what we were viewing was all visual effects. The landscapes, the creatures, they were all very crisp and clear, and very realistic. Coupled with the 3D glasses, it almost seemed as if you were there. It is almost hard for me to even describe. The concepts of the movie were not 100% original. A lot of it has been done already to some degree. But the way in which they were presented, to me, seemed totally original. There is something said in the movie that will make you understand more fully the NaâÂ?Â?vi and their existence. ItâÂ?Â?s something that Dr. Augustine said to Mr. Selfridge about the way the planet works and its relationship with the life on the planet. It has something to do with the âÂ?Â?goddessâÂ?Â? that the NaâÂ?Â?vi follow. I would say more, but I donâÂ?Â?t want to spoil it for anyone. Despite the crap that went down before seeing the movie, I enjoyed the experience. I have no regrets, I am absolutely pleased that I went to see it, and glad that I saw it in 3D. It was amazing. Go see it. Now.… Expand
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