Where to watch Avatar: The Way of Water
3 1/2 Stars
Jake Sully lives with his newfound family formed on the planet of Pandora. Once a familiar threat returns to finish what was previously started, Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na’vi race to protect their planet.
James Cameron brings us back to the world of Pandora and it’s glorious inhabitants in the eagerly awaited Avatar 2:TWOW. This 13 years in the making follow up to his groundbreaking Avatar is another sumptuous visual experience that requires multiple viewings to take in all the wonders on display. However, a rudimentary and often repetitive storyline is the film’s weak point. Avatar 2 runs for over three hours and the time flies by with only one sequence that feels overlong.
Avatar:TWOW is the first film a decade that makes proper use of it’s 3D. I implore potential audience members to see this spectacle on the largest screen possible and preferably in 3D. The score by Simon Franglen is phenomenal. The composer weaves in themes and motifs originated by the late James Horner and then expands upon them in a way that feels like a logical progression that fits the story’s newly introduced environments.
As for the cast its Stephen Lang who again steals the show. His mannerisms, bristled haircut, and voice are magnificently replicated making for another compelling villain. Sam Worthington seems to have become more comfortable with the process as his Jake Sully feels less obnoxious and his line readings less clumsy this time around. While Zoey Saladonia is perfectly cast as the fiercely loyal and temperamental mother/wife warrior of the tribe.
Avatar 2 is a must see for cinema lovers, families, and anyone looking for a one of a kind experience. The film does slightly suffer from middle chapter syndrome with an ending that feels incomplete. But the majestic visuals and stunning accomplishment from thousands of artists, under the reign of James Cameron are well worth the money and your time investment.
Directed by: James Cameron
Written by: James Cameron, Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver
Starring: Zoe Saldana, Kate Winslet, Sam Worthington