Saturday, January 2, 2010

Avatar

You need to know that this is a movie you HAVE to see in the cinema. Make sure you get there about 20 minutes before the film starts because the queues are loooong!
James Cameron has done it again - the big machines, the technology, the amazing cg effects. But this time we are transported into another world, with its own race, its own religion, vegetation, animal life and atmosphere. And what a world of wonder it is. We experience the phosphorescent plant life, the thrill of flying, and much more, all with the added effect of 3-D cinema (you simply MUST see the 3-D version of this). Sam Worthington is an absolute star in this (note to self, if you are a young Aussie male with a deep voice who is interested in acting, go to Hollywood - you WILL be famous). Sigourney Weaver plays a brilliant part, and she knows the sci-fi territory well. Everyone will love this film, (don't let the length of it deter you) especially if you're into adventure, fantasy and conservation. The story explores issues of science versus nature, the mining of sacred sites, and explorers versus indigenous people. It makes you angry, it softens your heart, it makes your pulse race, it makes you cry. You can not help but appreciate what has gone into this story and this film. Amazing.

2 comments:

  1. I've heard so many good things about this movie, but it's definitely something I hate to see...! Not into scifi and strange blue people...ha!

    Anyway, Happy New Year, and hope you had a wonderful break over the silly season!

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  2. Maybe I focussed too much on the sci-fi elements. It has a lot of Pocahontas elements! And an adorable romance. Sam Worthington is sooo good looking. And you would seriously love the glowing trees and plants.
    Wendy xx

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