Shold not win best film Oscar

Rating: 7/10 (19 January 2010)

This film is a triumph for special effects, 3D and James Cameron's film making abilities, but that's it I'm afraid. District 9, without all the special effects, is a far better movie, but will probably receive nil recognition at the Globes or Oscars etc.
The story is pretty unoriginal when you think about it. Only a young person (under 16) will think it's new. Very predictable too. The characters were really dull and cliché. It was also way too long.
Despite the special effects extravaganza, I didn't leave the cinema thinking WOW! I did say WOW after the Matrix which had both a solid and original story and great new special effects.
Avatar should not win best film at the Oscars unless best film is just about having great special effects.
Call me old fashioned, but I hope 3D films don't take over. I much prefer 2D films. There's something to be said for watching a story and not being sucked into the cinema screen. Plus I hate wearing silly glasses for several hours which mess with your normal vision. You spend most of your time looking for the next 3D moment, rather than soaking up the story.