Beyond Anything

Rating: 10/10 (27 February 2010)

This movie is beyond anything you have seen or felt before. Leave it to a relentless perfectionist like James Cameron to achieve this level of cinematic brilliance. The world of Pandora and the wildlife that inhabit it are truly astounding. Combined with the cunning use of cutting edge 3-D technology, Cameron creates an experience that satiates the senses with strength and finesse. Sam Worthington(Jake Sully) and especially Zoe Saldana(Neytiri) are engaging as the two main characters and to see the genesis of their relationship is exquisite. Steven Lang turns in a memorable performance as the no-nonsense Colonel Quaritch. From his point of view, you really get a feeling of the dangers that Pandora can pose to outsiders. But more than this is the overriding spiritual power that you feel emanating from the inhabitants of Pandora. This movie is designed not only to dazzle you but also profoundly move you. As with all great epics, a great soundtrack is vital and James Horner has elevated himself to the same level as the immortal John Williams with this effort. Whether it be thunderous orchestral movements or delicate synthesizer melodies, Horner does fantastic job of capturing the mood throughout the movie and lifting our emotions even higher. And believe me, your emotions and you spirit will be lifted. Cameron has indeed found the door into a whole new world of movie-making and he holds the key.