Avatar
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 18, 2009
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Popcorn55Jun 8, 2019
Like I don't know what the big deal is here with this movie. It's OK, but how is it a billion-dollar mega-hit like this? Story is so-so, and visuals are full of blue-tone CGI, which is very 1997, and very video-game-looking.
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seanreneauMay 23, 2018
Avatar has great visuals but in total the movie has an awful story and the CGI can only give the movie so much. Avatar is overrated and is a mixed bag leaning negatively.
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TheRaginKnightJul 9, 2018
The true meaning of sci-fi this film depicts but a lot of improvement need on the story
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zNeverSleepingSep 22, 2020
Surpreendentemente bom.

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

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

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

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

Audio: English, no subtitles [13°] - Q60T 50' TV Speakers [DTS 5.1]
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KlebartDec 20, 2019
Meh. The movie is a bit boring and is completely not special in any way. Don't waste your time.
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DaveOakenshieldMar 24, 2021
Visually stunning with some pretty good action at the end, but ultimately very overrated! The protagonist is a plank of wood with no charm or charisma. The villains are cartoonish, and the other characters are pretty one dimensional. TheVisually stunning with some pretty good action at the end, but ultimately very overrated! The protagonist is a plank of wood with no charm or charisma. The villains are cartoonish, and the other characters are pretty one dimensional. The Navii are very manipulatively deliberately designed to deceive the audience into liking them. Doubt people would've cared if they looked like the Aliens from District 9.
But my biggest complaint is that the story is unoriginal and unimaginative. It takes elements from Dances with Wolves, Pocahontas and FernGully without doing anything new or putting a different take on it. It's just a generic story we've seen many times before with a big high budget flashy paint job put over it.… Expand
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Alexander_Aug 14, 2020
Looks Phenomenally good but the actual plot is bland, overplayed, and unoriginal. It claims to have a groundbreaking message, but it’s just every other Environmental movie from the 90s

People say it’s a timeless masterpiece, but this isLooks Phenomenally good but the actual plot is bland, overplayed, and unoriginal. It claims to have a groundbreaking message, but it’s just every other Environmental movie from the 90s

People say it’s a timeless masterpiece, but this is false, if you analyze any masterpiece, you can find substance and originality, as well as personality and charm, this is just fernguly and Pocahontas with 7ft blue men waving their fingers in the audience’s faces screaming “humans bad!!”.… Expand
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saifulNov 24, 2020
it is **** really **** saw after some time it is **** so **** really rottem
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geewahJan 22, 2021
Amazing special effects but after that this movie falls flat.
Another James Cameron movie that is more about the CGI than any kind of decent story.
Disappointing
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Sarian263Mar 15, 2021
Yes, This movie is visually very beautiful and yes, if you do get a chance to see it in 3D obviously watch it like that as to me it seems like this movie was made for 3D. However, the story in this is just too predictable. There is someYes, This movie is visually very beautiful and yes, if you do get a chance to see it in 3D obviously watch it like that as to me it seems like this movie was made for 3D. However, the story in this is just too predictable. There is some genuine moments that makes you sit back and wonder how it would feel like to be in that characters shoes but the story ruins it for me. It is one of those movies you don't watch for the story I guess. I just do not understand why it is SO POPULAR. I get its very pretty and all and I personally loved it the first time I saw it. But as time has gone on, it makes me wonder if it was more the spectacle of it being so big and immersive that got us all hooked on it.… Expand
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HabibiehakimDec 9, 2022
James Cameron's Avatar epic is fills with some of the most fascinating visual and special effect achievement in movie history, Pandora is a wild beautiful worlds of wonder, it's an engaging long epic story that fills with a lot of hearts,James Cameron's Avatar epic is fills with some of the most fascinating visual and special effect achievement in movie history, Pandora is a wild beautiful worlds of wonder, it's an engaging long epic story that fills with a lot of hearts, these characters and these worlds are created by James Cameron as visionary and as genius as George Lucas Star Wars, Avatar wasn't a perfect movie, i can still nit picky out some things, noticeably or not, but what's in there for most of the time was just incredible, Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana works are amazing, the real villain of the film for me the outrageous Colonel Miles Quaritch played perfectly by Stephen Lang, and the rest of the cast is just as amazing as them, Avatar is fun, it's epic, it's wild, it's beautiful, it's exciting, it's powerful, it's long, but it's worth it for basically almost everything.… Expand
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ginezis721Nov 5, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Лично мне не фильм не понравился,сюжет скучный....И в конце, кто бы мог подумать,что люди проиграют? Это было уже понятно,можно было уже конец дальше не смотреть.... 0/10… Expand
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Kostas_SpirouDec 29, 2021
Mind-blowing, colorful, immersive, incredible CGI, amazing cinematography and visuals, this movie truly was ahead of its time.
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DunkaccinoNov 30, 2022
This is the best kind of blockbuster visual-fest: Imaginative, refreshing, and has its audience in awe. It should also be praised that this movie is so easy to look at. It has some of the smoothest cinematography and editing.
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TheGreenRoomJul 21, 2022
I know it is 13 years after release, but I am just now creating my metacritic account. I also think Avatar is still relevant in people's minds. For one, the sequel is coming soon. But also, this movie gets a weird amount of hate. TheI know it is 13 years after release, but I am just now creating my metacritic account. I also think Avatar is still relevant in people's minds. For one, the sequel is coming soon. But also, this movie gets a weird amount of hate. The criticism is that the writing and dialogue is bad and that the movie is a rip off of Pocahontas and other films like it. I would argue that themes are recycled throughout Hollywood all the time, and Avatar does it in a very unique way that adds substance and depth to the story. What made Avatar so great was obviously the action, the visuals, the art design and the special effects. And you can call the plot a rip off all you want, but I thought it was awesome. I think anytime you use metaphors for real world problems, some people get mad and offended. That being said, I do think this film has weaknesses. I do agree some of the dialogue is mediocre. Also, I don't think Sam Worthington did a very good job as Jake Sully. But overall its one my favorite films, and I can't wait for the sequel. The haters can keep hating.… Expand
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IllumiusAug 9, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best movie of all time! Takes you away from earth and makes to live inside of a realistic fantasy.… Expand
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GiugiOct 2, 2022
This film is good only for the special effects and for the design of the creatures, the rest is not that great and the plot is even worse because it is banal and without particular feeling.
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Kdog152Feb 25, 2023
Tbh this is batter than the sequel. This film does a great job on showing the human race's greed and what we'd do to get what we want. The story is wonderfully written and the visuals are out of this world.
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criticsRmadJan 8, 2010
The visuals were stunning and the movie was enjoyable. Story had every cliche you can throw in a movie. Could easily name it Dances with Aliens, but hey, sometimes you can still enjoy a cliched story. I recommend seeing it at the theater in The visuals were stunning and the movie was enjoyable. Story had every cliche you can throw in a movie. Could easily name it Dances with Aliens, but hey, sometimes you can still enjoy a cliched story. I recommend seeing it at the theater in 3D and don't expect much from the story.… Expand
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ChrisNJan 9, 2010
Incredible movie filled with dazzling effects. The story is amazing, but is dragged on by a bland love story between the main character and a Navi. Also the movie seems to drag on towards the middle hour. Overall it's worth the 2 hours Incredible movie filled with dazzling effects. The story is amazing, but is dragged on by a bland love story between the main character and a Navi. Also the movie seems to drag on towards the middle hour. Overall it's worth the 2 hours and 30min of time I invested in it.… Expand
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NeoMApr 2, 2010
A visual treat. Pandora draws you in and takes your breath away at some moments. But a cliche and rather predictable plot, and some bad lines, leave it wanting.
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vinniegJan 1, 2010
Its Dances with Wolves plus CGI. Incredible CGI, but CGI nontheless. The story was a joke, predictable with childish dialogue. No one can doubt that the effects are wonderful, but we dont go to the movies to see special effects, we go to be Its Dances with Wolves plus CGI. Incredible CGI, but CGI nontheless. The story was a joke, predictable with childish dialogue. No one can doubt that the effects are wonderful, but we dont go to the movies to see special effects, we go to be told a story. This movie is a spectacle, not a story.)… Expand
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Capt.ShinerJan 14, 2010
Of all the great things this movie does visually and the expense incurred from it, I cannot believe the dialogue and story were not in the budget. There is no charecter that retains any sympathy at the end of the movie. The Na'vi could Of all the great things this movie does visually and the expense incurred from it, I cannot believe the dialogue and story were not in the budget. There is no charecter that retains any sympathy at the end of the movie. The Na'vi could have been deaf and dumb and the story would have moved along at the exact same pace. The dialogue continually detracted from the Pandora "experience". And the story was so tired and cliched, they must have been watching The Wizard of Oz, Dances WIth Wolves and some generic war movie simultaniously while banging on their keyboards like monkeys. I wish big-budget movies didn't have assume that everyone has a fifth grade education to gather the largest audience as possible.… Expand
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GCJan 2, 2010
Avatar is visually stunning. For that I give it a 10. Avatar is also painfully unoriginal with the hackneyed themes of corporate greed and an evil military. For that I give it a (-9). It is little more than a sci fi version of Dances With Avatar is visually stunning. For that I give it a 10. Avatar is also painfully unoriginal with the hackneyed themes of corporate greed and an evil military. For that I give it a (-9). It is little more than a sci fi version of Dances With Wolves. James Cameron spent $300M telling the same story Kevin Costner has already told, but Costner's version was much better and most certainly less expensive to make. You'd think for $300M Cameron could have bought an original story. I guess $300M don't buy what it used to buy.… Expand
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AndreaKJan 2, 2010
Liked the animation. Didn't like the story. Yes, natives need white americans to save them from other white americans. It's inconceivable that natives could come up with some strategy to save themselves. Is it because white Liked the animation. Didn't like the story. Yes, natives need white americans to save them from other white americans. It's inconceivable that natives could come up with some strategy to save themselves. Is it because white americans are the superior race? Well, that must be it. Learning to be a warrior took the natives years of training...white american took 3 months. Whatever. And we all know the real end of this story. History has taught us again and again ...white americans return with bigger guns and kill/capture everbody.… Expand
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BFGJan 4, 2010
Fantastic movie. If the ideas seem simple, it is because they are. If the acting seems bad, its because it is supposed to be black and white. The message is as important as the movie to the person that wrote it. Dances with wolves was a good Fantastic movie. If the ideas seem simple, it is because they are. If the acting seems bad, its because it is supposed to be black and white. The message is as important as the movie to the person that wrote it. Dances with wolves was a good movie. So is this. … Expand
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JohnF.Jan 6, 2010
Much of what you will see in Avatar is not new, so don't expect it to reinvent the wheel outside of the visual effects department. Plus underneath it all, the movie is more or less a vehicle for James Cameron's political views, Much of what you will see in Avatar is not new, so don't expect it to reinvent the wheel outside of the visual effects department. Plus underneath it all, the movie is more or less a vehicle for James Cameron's political views, which you might not care for much if you lean towards the conservative side of the spectrum. However, Avatar gets the most basic thing that a movie should do right on the money -- it is entertaining. For that reason, it succeeds and should be given a look.… Expand
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MarcusG.Jan 6, 2010
An amazing movie from beginning to end. Yes, the writing was a little predictable and the story has been borrowed from several films, but that does not mean it is not excellent. I entirely expected it to drag at times but was pleasently An amazing movie from beginning to end. Yes, the writing was a little predictable and the story has been borrowed from several films, but that does not mean it is not excellent. I entirely expected it to drag at times but was pleasently surprised; I did not look at my watch once in the three hours. I find that this film fully engaged all of my senses and when it was over I wanted more. Don't expect highly intellectual writing, don't try to be critical, just sit and be told a good story and I think you will find that you will also be pleasently surprised.… Expand
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LyC.Jan 7, 2010
Great visual and sound effects. Good story. Some of you say it's cliche. I don't think so. You think we should stop talking about war and environment issues? And if you want some completely original movies and technology advances Great visual and sound effects. Good story. Some of you say it's cliche. I don't think so. You think we should stop talking about war and environment issues? And if you want some completely original movies and technology advances in film-making can be ignored, go find some indie, low-budget movies instead of Avatar.… Expand
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KenGJan 7, 2010
If all you care about is special effects, and the visual look of a film, you'll probably love this.The movie is superb with these things. But if like me, you also care about plot, script, and characters, you might well be disappointed If all you care about is special effects, and the visual look of a film, you'll probably love this.The movie is superb with these things. But if like me, you also care about plot, script, and characters, you might well be disappointed with this movie, as very little effort went into these things. To give this movie a high grade, would be rewarding James Cameron for being lazy in a lot of ways.… Expand
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JoeMJan 9, 2010
Beautiful visuals, some good advances in CGI are shown in this flick. But that is about it. It is a 3 hour tech demo. The story is predictable and most of the characters are flat with the exception of the lead as you would expect. This is Beautiful visuals, some good advances in CGI are shown in this flick. But that is about it. It is a 3 hour tech demo. The story is predictable and most of the characters are flat with the exception of the lead as you would expect. This is Fern Gully almost scene for scene but stretched out. It's nice to see state of the art however I am a little tired of how easily people ignore all other aspects of the film as long as it is pretty enough. I look forward to when these new techniques become more affordable so that we can have the technology along with some more in-depth writing/direction.… Expand
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PiotrFeb 1, 2010
There two aspects to think of regarding Avatar: 1. Picture- amazing, milestone, no words to fully acknowledge this! 2. Story/Message- shallow, dull, target group- 10 to 15 years. One clearly catches 2days political situation dressed up in There two aspects to think of regarding Avatar: 1. Picture- amazing, milestone, no words to fully acknowledge this! 2. Story/Message- shallow, dull, target group- 10 to 15 years. One clearly catches 2days political situation dressed up in sci-fi clothing, but again it almost hits you right between eyes, so someone considered general public not to be smart. Worth watching, not worth thinking about.… Expand
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NicholasF.Feb 1, 2010
Wow! It's fantastic! The story isn't very original but it's always beautiful.
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KaydeFeb 18, 2010
In the love of all that is holy, why does this movie have a score of 88? Yes, it is a visual spectacle, and yes, the technological innovations it employs are nothing short of fantastical, but this is A BAD MOVIE. The story is generic and In the love of all that is holy, why does this movie have a score of 88? Yes, it is a visual spectacle, and yes, the technological innovations it employs are nothing short of fantastical, but this is A BAD MOVIE. The story is generic and clunky, in addition to the structure of the script being PAINFULLY obvious as one watches the movie. The characters are flat, and the political overtones are a little overdone. It is a visual dazzlement wrapped around an empty shell, and does not deserve to win a Best Picture Oscar. Star Wars was a technological marvel, and it was hugely entertaining, but did it deserve the highest honor possible to bestow upon a film?? No. Neither does Avatar.… Expand
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HeywoodJFeb 20, 2010
First of all, I can't imagine watching Avatar in anything but 3-D IMAX, I would assume that many of the negative takeaways described here are a result of watching it in 2D. Forget characterizations, plot rip-offs, or incredibly inane First of all, I can't imagine watching Avatar in anything but 3-D IMAX, I would assume that many of the negative takeaways described here are a result of watching it in 2D. Forget characterizations, plot rip-offs, or incredibly inane dialogue for a second; from a simple visual perspective this is a truly extraordinary accomplishment and a feast for the eyes and the imagination. From the images of the med tech floating in amongst the freshly awakening pod-soldiers to the multi-nostril snorting of the banshees to the luminescence landscapes of the Pandora forests this is well worth the trip to lose yourself and take in the incredible creations. This is truly a testament to Cameron's maniacal attention to detail and bombastic tree-hugging visions. However, I did say wait a second for the characterizations, plot rip-offs and incredibly inane dialogue. Given the time and the cost of this movie, can you imagine how much better it would have been had there been a marginally equivocal investment in script -writing and casting? As much as I was blown away by the imagery I was equally blown away by the wasted opportunity to develop the Na… Expand
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KateS.Feb 3, 2010
This is the most overrated film from the decade a mediocre movie with poor history (copy of Mayas) with a Pocahontas romance and copy robots from Terminator and Full Metal Panic, really crap movie a stupid things to make money, congrats Mr This is the most overrated film from the decade a mediocre movie with poor history (copy of Mayas) with a Pocahontas romance and copy robots from Terminator and Full Metal Panic, really crap movie a stupid things to make money, congrats Mr Cameron, all the world turn stupid with this sh*tty movie.… Expand
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MichaelT.Feb 4, 2010
Criticize its sterile story or its poor acting if you will, but you will love Avatar, and you will get so sucked in to its pull. James Cameron isn't particularly original in how he gets it across; that's because it's a tried Criticize its sterile story or its poor acting if you will, but you will love Avatar, and you will get so sucked in to its pull. James Cameron isn't particularly original in how he gets it across; that's because it's a tried and tested formula that works extremely well. There's no doubt that you'll be completely immersed in the lusciousness of the life JC has made.… Expand
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CharlesKFeb 6, 2010
Had Cameron shot in the Amazon in 3D it would have been just as stunning. Had he written a script that made any sense and didn't have holes to drive trucks through it might have been vaguely memorable, had he seized the opportunity and Had Cameron shot in the Amazon in 3D it would have been just as stunning. Had he written a script that made any sense and didn't have holes to drive trucks through it might have been vaguely memorable, had he seized the opportunity and created a truly alien world instead of Earth with 6 legged horses etc etc and 8 foot lean humans with tails it might have soared but the absurdity of all good/all evil, idiot American administrators but sage scientists (not very) and a military using 17th Century techniques just killed it. Too long by 40 mins, too twee by half. Nice 3D.… Expand
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JoePFeb 7, 2010
I wouldn't give it the Oscar, but it's clear that this is a new threshold in the movie creation and viewing experience. More than any movie I've seen, this is worth experiencing in 3-D, in a theatre.
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ConnorCFeb 8, 2010
This movie is boring as hell and basically an expensive mix of pocahontas,aliens,and a few others.Looks good but that does not make a good movie.
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NoeCMar 10, 2010
It is a mediocre movie at best. I got bored and couldn't believe any of the characters. Frankly, the special effects weren't all that much.
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J.SS.Mar 20, 2010
The movie had a unique storyline but the characters are the same! Everyone has seen the tough army guy and the hot tough pilot chick. The 3-d was a little disappointing. I enjoyed watching it none the less.
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EladioMMar 6, 2010
This movie is Dineye's Pocahontas on steroids, nothing more. Excelent FX? Hell, yes! But the plot is weak and the story is full of obvius cliches -- most of them came (no surprise) from the above mentioned "source", Pocahontas.
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ArielYApr 13, 2010
This movie had nice animation, but what a waste: the story line felt used. It reminded me of Pocahontas or Fern Gully or something. Also, the characters didn't have enough depth to them.
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DonnieBApr 3, 2010
First, I must say these graphics where groundbreaking and the best I've seen in many years. However, that is the only good thing I can say about this movie. The acting was atrocious, the storyline was neither original or interesting, First, I must say these graphics where groundbreaking and the best I've seen in many years. However, that is the only good thing I can say about this movie. The acting was atrocious, the storyline was neither original or interesting, and the movie just kept going. I did not care about the giant lemers (Navi) at all. The war was unrealistic. It was just a drag that I hated going along with.… Expand
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AaronJApr 4, 2010
I did not enjoy this that much... I went into this expecting an overated, overadvertised crap fest. It was overrated and it was overadvertised and it did look amazing. But i get enjoyment of a good story libe as well. There was more original I did not enjoy this that much... I went into this expecting an overated, overadvertised crap fest. It was overrated and it was overadvertised and it did look amazing. But i get enjoyment of a good story libe as well. There was more original plot in an episode of Teletubbies than this. It was way too long, way to gimiky, with an overused and cheesy "save the rainforest" interspieces love crap.… Expand
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SiHApr 6, 2010
Would you go see a play that had a great set but poor plot, character development, use of language and/or acting? If you would then you'll love Avatar.
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BertrandG.Dec 20, 2009
Pocahontas in 3D.
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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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MMDec 30, 2009
Overrated. Seriously now, anyone who's read a few books can tell clearly that the storytelling was cheesy and cliche: I literally guessed the entire scope of the plot with all the main "twists" after watching the first 20 minutes of the Overrated. Seriously now, anyone who's read a few books can tell clearly that the storytelling was cheesy and cliche: I literally guessed the entire scope of the plot with all the main "twists" after watching the first 20 minutes of the film. The dialogue was boring and uninventive, sticking straight to the formula. The effects were decent, but I found the 3D to be kind of weak and I think Cameron should have stuck to normal film. It's not a terrible movie, but don't expect to get your heart wrenched out by the story or be shocked by the conclusion - it's exactly what you expect.… Expand
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NachoC.Dec 30, 2009
Visually, the film is stunning, the special effects are out of this world, but unlike other Cameron films, this film lacks development or originality. Basically it was a. Pocahontas music and b. it is Dances with Wolves with blue aliens with Visually, the film is stunning, the special effects are out of this world, but unlike other Cameron films, this film lacks development or originality. Basically it was a. Pocahontas music and b. it is Dances with Wolves with blue aliens with it. It was just not what I expected and not in a good way.… Expand
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DebbieSJan 1, 2010
Extraordinary entertainment value, unbelievable graphics and action !!!
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HarryP.N.Jan 10, 2010
I saw this in 3D earlier today. I do not understand what all the hype is about....and definitely is overrated. The 3 is a result of the amazingly breathtaking computer generation and animation. The 3d was not very well utilized...most of the I saw this in 3D earlier today. I do not understand what all the hype is about....and definitely is overrated. The 3 is a result of the amazingly breathtaking computer generation and animation. The 3d was not very well utilized...most of the time it did not seem like it was in 3d, and could be watched without glasses. Only one part really seemed like 3d, when the sully cripple guy threw the grenade in the aircraft engine, and it bounced by your face. This was the second longest movie i've ever been to, and the most drawn out. the first 2 hours are soooooo boring i almost fell asleep, if it were not for the bright flashy bioluminescence of the plants i probably would have. These first hours were like watching the animal planet or discovery channel, just sit back and look at a bunch of plants. however, every once and a while, there is a cool plant that catches your attention. the cat na'vi people are very strange, and distracted from the movie. everything else was so different and fairy tale like, then they use blue human people with tails, and cat ears. so unoriginal!!!! there are tons of blue alien races. onto the plot: reminded me of one of those movies on the sci fi channel, your macho army commander gone mad with power, an unethical greedy ceo behind it all, nerdy scientists that try to stop army guy and a marine that wants to save the day. the dialogue was horrendous, i could predict every word that was going to come out of their mouthes...and the dry humor was terrible, the retarded kid in the theater that laughed at the jokes and come-backs did not help either. the plot can be guessed when sully teams up with army commander guy (see how bad this is? i saw the movie today and dont even know their names...) to gather info on the cat people. i will not reveal any spoilers, but the plot was very stereotypical. the last 30 minutes, the epic battle scene, was the best part and saving grace of the movie. i dont think the 2 hours of plants was worth 30 mins of action though. in conclusion this review was not meant to discourage you from seeing it, by all means go see it for the animation and try to help james cameron make some of his investment back, but buy a large tub of popcorn and drink, you will need it and may find it more interesting than the movie.… Expand
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KenOJan 1, 2010
First of all I agree with many of you in saying the film is beautiful. I even mentioned to my wife that it was like watching a moving work of art. However, while sitting through this 2 plus hour epic one thing was bothering me. I've First of all I agree with many of you in saying the film is beautiful. I even mentioned to my wife that it was like watching a moving work of art. However, while sitting through this 2 plus hour epic one thing was bothering me. I've seen this story before. Instantly I was flashed back to the plot of Kevin Costner's Acadamy Award Winning film "Dances with Wolves". Suddenly the comparisons came flying back and it was staggering! Maybe it's been too long since anyone had seen "Dances" or maybe many of you weren't even born when that film was released but believe me somewhere Kevin Costner is mad.… Expand
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LeahRJan 1, 2010
This movie gets a 1 just because it inspired Sam R.'s review.
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EamonnSJan 13, 2010
The the name of the mineral is rather cheesy and the story obvious (from anyone who knows American or African history), albiet with a different ending, the scenery and visual effects are utterly stunning. They are, by far, the best effects I The the name of the mineral is rather cheesy and the story obvious (from anyone who knows American or African history), albiet with a different ending, the scenery and visual effects are utterly stunning. They are, by far, the best effects I have ever seen. Cameron and the CGI wizards make the characters look as if they are just wearing make-up, very, very good make-up.… Expand
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gunnarfJan 13, 2010
This movie sucks so much balls its not even funny. I can't really see anything good about it aside from the visuals. It just proves that most people who vote on this website are f***ing retarded.
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AdamR.Jan 1, 2010
Incredible experience. Must be seen in a theatre to appreciate.
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JohnAJan 14, 2010
Avatar is basically an overly long, expensive B-movie. The plot is not just simplistic and cliche, but lazy even... apparently audiences won't realize it's mean to bomb the holy tree unless a "daisy cutter" is involved. The movie Avatar is basically an overly long, expensive B-movie. The plot is not just simplistic and cliche, but lazy even... apparently audiences won't realize it's mean to bomb the holy tree unless a "daisy cutter" is involved. The movie is littered with cheap references like that, presumably to curry favor with left-wing critics who otherwise would admit the story is awful. So far as the special effects: it really should not enhance the rating in my view because they are only impressive in comparison to today's standards. In 10 years, Avatar won't look like anything special, and the movie will gradually fade into obscurity.… Expand
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PabloS.Jan 14, 2010
This hurts. Not ever did I want to say anything negative about a James Cameron film, but that's where this is going. I want to start off by saying that I did not find the effects as everyone else, maybe it's because CGI with detail This hurts. Not ever did I want to say anything negative about a James Cameron film, but that's where this is going. I want to start off by saying that I did not find the effects as everyone else, maybe it's because CGI with detail and human emotion isn't such a big deal anymore. I mean we all knew it was heading this way, but this is not CGI without humans, this was mo-cap and its obvious and it should be mo-cap to achieve the Uncanny Valley. All in all we all play video games now and this was not that impressive in a world filled with CGI. Enough about the effects however, the 3D was very well done in the use of depth and being tolerable for two and a half hours, although nothing mind blowing like debris flying at you. Movie theaters still have not achieved the theme park 3D that everyone really wants to see. Now this is where the biggest knock comes and I realize that people are suckers for a good love story, but do you remember Fern Gully? Yup the animated Fox film in the '90's about the rainforrest and fairies, now imagine the fairies being 12 foot blue Native Americans and Sam Worthington is the shrunken guy that realizes that teraing doen the rainforrest is bad. Hmm....ok lets take that story and add millions more dollars to it and make it a sci-fi opus (which it isn't) and tell everyone that they've never seen anything like this. I have and I want my money back.… Expand
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W.ParishJan 15, 2010
cool images. the movie itself boring in most parts, long and tedious. Lots of social and environmental messages. Did not care for the characters as much as I wanted to.
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felipem.Jan 1, 2010
A nivel visual bastante buena,el resto muy irregular.es como pocahontas en el futuro!.muy predecible.guion con ideas y estereotipos muy trillados.
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anonymousJan 17, 2010
Once you accept that the storyline of this movie isn't original you can appreciate the fact that it is one of the most entertaining movies of all, it just sucks you in. I don't care that it's the same story as "Pocahontas" or Once you accept that the storyline of this movie isn't original you can appreciate the fact that it is one of the most entertaining movies of all, it just sucks you in. I don't care that it's the same story as "Pocahontas" or "Dances With Wolves" It was just really really fun to watch.… Expand
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BillyO.Jan 1, 2010
If you've ever played Crysis for PC, you'll understand exactly what I'm getting at. The story of Avatar itself isn't all that much to jump up and down about. The film is, however, the prettiest thing you've ever seen If you've ever played Crysis for PC, you'll understand exactly what I'm getting at. The story of Avatar itself isn't all that much to jump up and down about. The film is, however, the prettiest thing you've ever seen in a movie theater. I saw the 3D version of this film, and I can say it's worth it for the 3D version. Too many 3D films destroy their believability by making things "jump" out of the screen at you -- "WOW it's 3D!". This film does not do that. 3D is used as a tool to make the action more real -- not less. Expect incredible visuals -- but don't expect much on story from Avatar.… Expand
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DonaldC.Jan 18, 2010
Fantastic special effects. Strong, yet contrived story line - closely parallels modern and historical events. Watched it two days in a row - 3D was spectacular.
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mlJan 10, 2010
Watching the media genuflect is really frustrating. I'm a member of the digital generation and this stuff doesn't impress me anymore. You forget about the 3D fifteen minutes in, and there are many movies that put their CGI to Watching the media genuflect is really frustrating. I'm a member of the digital generation and this stuff doesn't impress me anymore. You forget about the 3D fifteen minutes in, and there are many movies that put their CGI to better purposes without a $300 price tag or killing the suspension of disbelief. Without the pretty graphics we are left with a predictable, cliched plot, terrible characters and dialog, and a blatant political subtext that is insulting to even Sarah Palin's intelligence and left me, a far-left liberal, feeling very annoyed. This movie is like being hit over the head repeatedly with a heavy blunt object.… Expand
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JosephL.Jan 18, 2010
Been there-done it. Can anyone say "Dances with Wolves albeit in 3D? Am I the only one that is less than wowed with Avatar?
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ToniJ.Jan 19, 2010
The film is too long and gets boring. The graphics and costume creation is good. I did not understand the story being told.
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IcemanK.Jan 2, 2010
Great movie. Don't beleive those who gave it the low scores. It was very very well made. This is the kind of movie that was so well put together that it had the ability to make you feel like you were actually on another world for 2.5 Great movie. Don't beleive those who gave it the low scores. It was very very well made. This is the kind of movie that was so well put together that it had the ability to make you feel like you were actually on another world for 2.5 hours. I applaud the creators and all who put this film together as it is a masterpiece of cinema. Yes, there are some cliches that can be traced back to stuff done in other films, but seriously - what "hasn't" been done before ? Yes, there was the age old cowboys/indians type of conflict - but it is still relevant and definitely part of our human nature - so it is absolutely valid as a plot. And, some on here said the acting was terrible, and that there was no character development - I can't understand those comments - as this film had just the right blend of development that was needed to tell the story. One last comment - Zoe Saldana is hot as Uhura and also as a NaVi - I'd do them both.… Expand
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IanMJan 20, 2010
The film was flashy. That was it. Don't get me wrong I'm sure the technology driving it was revolutionary, but the story is so drab and run of the mill that in the first five minutes I knew what was going to happen. It has a good The film was flashy. That was it. Don't get me wrong I'm sure the technology driving it was revolutionary, but the story is so drab and run of the mill that in the first five minutes I knew what was going to happen. It has a good message, but I fear that this plight was drowned out by loud explosions and glossed over with fancy computers. Also I did not like how in the first six minutes of the film I could tell who the bad guys were. It would have created a much more interesting conflict had the lines between good and evil been blurred as they so often are in real life. We know off the bat that the humans are selfish pigs who are occupying the planet Pandora for nothing more than a monetary greed. Over all I fear this film's quality has been blown out of proportion and the ratings skewed because James Cameron created some new fancy machine that helps us confuse great CGI with great story.… Expand
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JHJan 2, 2010
Excellent special effects spoiled by a recycled storyline and even worse script. Very predictable, another American/human who saves the entire planet and indigenous people. Full of cheesy unoriginal cliches.
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TristramCJan 2, 2010
This is a flawed film but what it does well it does better than any movie in history. Lucus has to be humbled by this kind of world generation. And there is NO POINT to waiting for this on DVD/BlueRay. Please don't let that be the first This is a flawed film but what it does well it does better than any movie in history. Lucus has to be humbled by this kind of world generation. And there is NO POINT to waiting for this on DVD/BlueRay. Please don't let that be the first time you see this film. You need to see this not only 14 feet tall but 14 feet horizontally off the cinema screen. Bite the bullet, find a 3D showing, and go. Trust me.… Expand
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TizioJan 23, 2010
It's Pocahontas with great effects and music.
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johndJan 25, 2010
Unlikeable protagonist, thin characterizations, naive metaphorical comments on Iraq/environmentalism/imperialism, over-saturated colour palette and headache inducing 3D. Avatar is a juvenile, gimmick-fest. Sorry, but it's true.
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NJJan 2, 2010
Obviously an awesome production all around, story, writing (a bit cliched though), direction, fx, etc. But somehow I kept thinking, "I'm watching a super-slick Saturday morning cartoon." That kinda ruins the moment.
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ChristineKJan 28, 2010
A beautiful and imaginative movie, with a story that has more layers than might seem apparent at first. I saw it in IMAX 3D and was thoroughly drawn into the Pandora / Na'vi world...a feeling which lingered for several hours after I A beautiful and imaginative movie, with a story that has more layers than might seem apparent at first. I saw it in IMAX 3D and was thoroughly drawn into the Pandora / Na'vi world...a feeling which lingered for several hours after I left the theater.… Expand
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DJP.Jan 29, 2010
The 3D effects were the star of this movie. It is visually beautiful and amazing. The storyline was good but could have been even better. What was severely missing was the debth of personality of the characters. Any great movie always has The 3D effects were the star of this movie. It is visually beautiful and amazing. The storyline was good but could have been even better. What was severely missing was the debth of personality of the characters. Any great movie always has debth to the characters - you learn their personality and their quirks, you even begin to feel emotion. You laugh when they laugh and cry when they cry. I didn't really feel any emotion during Avatar. There were many deaths in the movie and I didn.t feel any real sadness, which is odd for me. Even though the 3D was great it really overtook the characters and got in the way. I wanted to see a great movie but instead saw a great video game.… Expand
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NicholasSJan 3, 2010
The storyline might be a bit predictable but everything else about this movie is incredible.
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ArnoldHJan 3, 2010
A total bore!!! After about ten minutes of this, I had to struggle to stay awake. Special effects alone do not make a movie.
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KEJan 3, 2010
More than anything, the film is a technological breakthrough in film making. I saw it at an IMAX theater in 3D. Visually it's amazing. The 3D computerized actors are almost perfect. They convincingly convey emotion. The story, however, More than anything, the film is a technological breakthrough in film making. I saw it at an IMAX theater in 3D. Visually it's amazing. The 3D computerized actors are almost perfect. They convincingly convey emotion. The story, however, is somewhat weak. It's basically Dances With Wolves, but modernized and in 3D. Dances With Wolves, however, is a really good story, so they could have done worse. The acting and direction were great. So was the music and sounds. Full use was made of surround sound, for example.… Expand
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DavidFJan 3, 2010
Loved it!! The scenes of an alien world are simply breathtaking. Cameron's imagination has to be seen to be believed. To all those who are mad that this might be an allegory to how evil white people are or how we have to save Mother Loved it!! The scenes of an alien world are simply breathtaking. Cameron's imagination has to be seen to be believed. To all those who are mad that this might be an allegory to how evil white people are or how we have to save Mother Earth or how the Na'vi are synonymous with the Iraqis or Afghanis -- well, all I can say is that you're just reading way too much into it. I'm white and very conservative in my political beliefs, but I can separate that from what is meant to be a fantasy alien world entertainment experience. Almost gave it a 10 but the storyline is a little weak in places and it didn't have to be. But still, easily the best movie of the year if not the past several.… Expand
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andrewmarkusJan 3, 2010
When 'Home Tree' came down about half way through the film i had an epiphany about the title, the effects,the 3D and Camerons vision.The movie is the avatar for the audience.He Employed 3D to immerse us in this world with the hope When 'Home Tree' came down about half way through the film i had an epiphany about the title, the effects,the 3D and Camerons vision.The movie is the avatar for the audience.He Employed 3D to immerse us in this world with the hope that when that tree crashed down (with the allusion to 911) it would feel like it happened to us.For me,it was mission accomplished.… Expand
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LillieJan 3, 2010
The story is a string of tired movie plot cliches, the music is a variation on the Titanic theme, and the very long battle at the end becomes tiresome fast, nevertheless, it is visually transporting and entertaining, as long as you're The story is a string of tired movie plot cliches, the music is a variation on the Titanic theme, and the very long battle at the end becomes tiresome fast, nevertheless, it is visually transporting and entertaining, as long as you're not looking for anything more. If you don't mind inwardly rolling your eyes every 15 minutes, you will enjoy the visual spectacle.… Expand
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NandoP.Jan 4, 2010
Masterpiece for our contemporary cynic self-destrictive times. This is the spirit of old amazing Disney on a new supermultiartistic 20th Century Fox. I wonder if this isn't not only a better movie of all other meaningful wannabes out Masterpiece for our contemporary cynic self-destrictive times. This is the spirit of old amazing Disney on a new supermultiartistic 20th Century Fox. I wonder if this isn't not only a better movie of all other meaningful wannabes out there, but also a great and needed piece of genuine good voice in the world of the blockbusters.… Expand
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NateH.Jan 4, 2010
In regards to all of the people that label this movie as a "Fern Gully" knockoff, I don't remember Fern Gully at all. This movie will remain in my memory for a long time. (The fact that I wouldn't mind watching this on a regular In regards to all of the people that label this movie as a "Fern Gully" knockoff, I don't remember Fern Gully at all. This movie will remain in my memory for a long time. (The fact that I wouldn't mind watching this on a regular basis would help keep it fresh in my memory). I have seen this movie twice, the first time being in 2D. I traveled 45 minutes in bad snow to see it in 3D, but was ultimately disappointed. Not due to the movie but the fact that the 3D did not enhance the movie as much as I would have liked. This could be because I didn't drive the extra miles to an IMAX theater. I really don't think that 3D is needed to express the new world that Cameron creates. Even in 2D, I was amazed by the new scenery and visual artistry that was presented. I thought that all actors/actresses in the movie offered solid performances. However, at times Sam Worthington (Jake Sully) was a little hard to understand in his dialogue. As for plot, the movie gives everyone something to enjoy and follow along with. The plot is well developed and even gives the action junkies something to look at with the final battle scene. Even I was enthralled with the elements of romance that were presented. As I put it to a friend, "There is a great plot, great action, and a sprinkling of romance." In conclusion, I feel that it would be likened to a felony to not see this movie. James Cameron creates a beautiful new world as well as a beautiful well-developed plot. This movie deserves the cost of a movie theater ticket, no matter how expensive it is.… Expand
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scottv.Jan 5, 2010
I really enjoyed watching Avatar, it was kind of like spending a couple of hours at Disneyland, it was light fun. I would have given it a higher rating but the story was really weak, and it was a bit too heavy on the tree-hugging aspect I really enjoyed watching Avatar, it was kind of like spending a couple of hours at Disneyland, it was light fun. I would have given it a higher rating but the story was really weak, and it was a bit too heavy on the tree-hugging aspect (Capitalism, man, & the military are evil and nature and the environment are to be untouched). I'm sure all the climate-change (formally global warming) nuts will give this movie a 10, and thats ok, It's visuals and action alone did not merit a 10 for me. There was never any explanation why the material in "Pandora" was so important to the military other than it was worth alot of money so the core of the story was never explained. The action and visuals were great, I really liked all of the action sequence's, stunning special effects, and creativity of the "Pandora" world. The movie was a bit long and the plot as I mentioned was pretty lame, it had alot of similarity to something like Bravehart. I saw the movie in 3D and it was good, however, after the first 30 minutes I did not even notice the 3D anymore so I would imagine that it would be just as good without the 3D. I would reccomend this movie for the visuals and action, if you are an anti-capiltalist or environmentalist you will absolutely love this movie for its tree-hugging message!… Expand
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NicoleF.Jan 5, 2010
Beautiful film. I immensely enjoyed it and never looked at my watch (or anything else) once. And yes, the story has cheesy bits (especially the overhyped bad guy), but it's impressive how Cameron created this entire world just for the Beautiful film. I immensely enjoyed it and never looked at my watch (or anything else) once. And yes, the story has cheesy bits (especially the overhyped bad guy), but it's impressive how Cameron created this entire world just for the cinema (without ripping off a book). And there's nothing wrong with a familiar fable. Really enjoyed it.… Expand
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DuaneA.Jan 7, 2010
Scrolling down the list of reviews I can see only really 2 types; educated, informed opinions and dumb people. The dumb people win out by sheer masses and will flood this area with comments like "fantastic" "amazing" etc... These are dumb Scrolling down the list of reviews I can see only really 2 types; educated, informed opinions and dumb people. The dumb people win out by sheer masses and will flood this area with comments like "fantastic" "amazing" etc... These are dumb people after all. They cannot possibly give good advice on films (or much else) because they haven't the werewithal to do so. Thus I encourage anyone who considers themselves to be intelligent (the type that would NEVER see a Micheal Bay picture) to read only the reviews that are under 5 stars. I give 3 because I'm a little generous and because I thought some of the action was okay. Avatar is a really big, bright, colorful, noisy and dumb movie. It is 3 parts Dances With Wolves, mixed with 2 parts Pocohontas and add a generous splash of every cliche action film out there. As a picture - it stinks (the script and dialogue could only have been written by a 4th grader). As a 3d spectacle? Yawwwwnnn.... Hardly revolutionary. After 10 minutes you'll barely notice. Anyway, if you're dumb (chances are - yes) you'll probably love it enough to post your idiotic- 1/4 baked ideas up on websites like this.… Expand
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jordic.Jan 7, 2010
Great effects, meticulous mythology. Ultimately a pat and unoriginal story. Like Dances with Wolves meets Terminator.
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AntJan 7, 2010
A stunningly beautiful movie that unfortunately doesn't so much have a plot as a checklist of clichés.
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DaveMJan 8, 2010
First of all I would like to say that I have never reviewed a movie on here before but am sick and tired of people thinking that a movie rating is based on how much you can insult a movie or how clever you can make yourself sound. Avatar First of all I would like to say that I have never reviewed a movie on here before but am sick and tired of people thinking that a movie rating is based on how much you can insult a movie or how clever you can make yourself sound. Avatar itself is the first movie that I have ever seen that totally dragged me in. No the story wasnt anything brand new but it certainly is not boring or old. The graphics were groundbreaking and quite often breathtaking but that wasnt overshadowed by a rubbish story. The characters sometimes seemed a little typical but a fantastic performance by Sigourny Weaver at least added one major lead acting role. All in all the movie is well worth watching if you go into this movie expecting too much then thats your fault. Go and enjoy it for what it is a feel good sci fi movie directed by an all round decent director.… Expand
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RFJan 9, 2010
Film was awful on so many levels. District 9 was so much better and cost about $30 million to makev versus $500 million. Dialogue bad, characters cliche, did not care about anybody in this movie. Wanted to see the entire moon blown up in a Film was awful on so many levels. District 9 was so much better and cost about $30 million to makev versus $500 million. Dialogue bad, characters cliche, did not care about anybody in this movie. Wanted to see the entire moon blown up in a Michael Bay or Roland Emmerich style apocalypse, because the characters were so boring. The special effects were great, but that does not make up for awful story telling. Besides, District 9s special effects were great too. And the digital FX with live action sequences was not as good as Lord of the Rings did it 8 years ago. This is the movie equivalent of the Emperor's New Clothes. No one wants to admit how awful this movie is.… Expand
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scottvJan 9, 2010
Outstanding visuals, good action scenes, bland & weak story line that is way too preachy & long = 7. The most impressive part of this movie was the world of Pandora and the cgi visuals. The story was very shallow without ever really Outstanding visuals, good action scenes, bland & weak story line that is way too preachy & long = 7. The most impressive part of this movie was the world of Pandora and the cgi visuals. The story was very shallow without ever really explaining what was so great about the special mineral found in Pandora other than it was worth alot of $$ to the government/military. The not suprising Hollywood message is preached throughout Man=evil nature=good, which is kinda funny because they are all laughing their way to the bank (already grossed over 1 billion!) using our capitalist way of life that they dislike so much. On the good side, if you are a greenie type you will want to hug a tree after leaving the theater!… Expand
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RichPJan 9, 2010
Avater is just like a good book that you cant put down. It transports you to another place where your imagination can run wild and leaves you thinking about it for days afterwards. I want to see it again.
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HomerSFeb 11, 2010
This would've been freaken amazing if I didn't have some Fat Guy blocking half of my view and giving away the entire ending to me.... Seriously, that guy needs to GET A LIFE!!! anyone who watches this movie SIX TIMES and gives away This would've been freaken amazing if I didn't have some Fat Guy blocking half of my view and giving away the entire ending to me.... Seriously, that guy needs to GET A LIFE!!! anyone who watches this movie SIX TIMES and gives away the entire ending to everyone around him seriously needs to go away to another universe.… Expand
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MarhadiashaK.Feb 1, 2010
It's average. The plot is average, acting average. The 3D effects are not satisfying. The only good thing is the Na'vi facial expressions. Overall, mediocre movie.
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STFeb 1, 2010
Avatar. Avapoo more like. Over-extended toy commercial. Vastly unimaginative and boring. Plot and ideas all derivative. The much-trumpeted special effects looked like all other cgi - would have preferred it if all the aliens were made out of Avatar. Avapoo more like. Over-extended toy commercial. Vastly unimaginative and boring. Plot and ideas all derivative. The much-trumpeted special effects looked like all other cgi - would have preferred it if all the aliens were made out of papier-mache. 3D utterly pointless. The 1 point here is actually for performances - the baddy, who was done with gusto, and the hero, who was mildly intriguing at the beginning when not a ten foot blue cat-thing. Utterly unable to fathom why people think this is great or indeed any different from so many other cgi-driven action movies nowadays.… Expand
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CSFeb 1, 2010
Awful, formulaic, racist. Tarzan meets Dances with Wolves but come on-its 2010. Can think of 500 mil better uses for the $$ this cost.
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NithinMFeb 15, 2010
Liked the movie only for its visual effects. Otherwise, I did not find it engaging or entertaining. The storyline is weak.
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L.M.Feb 16, 2010
Sigh....well I certainly had high hopes for the movie and I'm glad to say it wasn't that disappointing. While it does have an unoriginal story, the new themes of the Navi (indians basically) are interesting enough. A bit too drawn Sigh....well I certainly had high hopes for the movie and I'm glad to say it wasn't that disappointing. While it does have an unoriginal story, the new themes of the Navi (indians basically) are interesting enough. A bit too drawn out but still enjoyable with suprisingly almost no humor. I would probably send my rating down around the 5 area had I not seen it in 3-D, since you had a sense that Cameron wanted to use it for a way to enhance the movie and not just be eye candy I'll give me credit for that. Needless to say the only thing keeping the movie up this high of a rating is the use of 3-D, hopefully we can now see improvements upon dialouge, acting, pacing, and no cheesy love story for the sequel to possibly get the score it deserves.… Expand
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