Avatar - the 3D experience

Rating: 9/10 (17 December 2009)

(Prepare for a long read)
What to say, just bloody awesome.
When I had seen the trailer for Avatar my mind was at conflict as to whether or not I thought it would surmount to being worth a watch. On the one hand this film is directed by an outstanding director who is responsible for many films that hold a special place in my heart. On the other, the trailer, on appearance, gave away so little that all I picked up was that at least I would not be disappointed by the special effects. So, with mind made I decided that the special effects at least where enough to buy me.
What I rate here after seeing the movie is what I'd describe as being an epic fantasy in league with the Lord of the Rings. I say fantasy because really this has more elements in common with great fantasy movie than that of sci-fi, though it also bears those unmistakable hints of a 'nam war movie that only James Cameron could pull through.
Talking about the special effects that bought me they certainly don't let down and 3D just brings out all the gorgeous glory of this film. Though some of the more movement based shots couldn't quite seem to adjust right to the 3D, this most definitely did not spoil the movie. The soundtrack is amazing and really brings out the emotion of the movie - yet it isn't solely relied upon and some of the most gut-wrenching scenes are delivered by that all important character building.
The plot & acting are what really sums this up for me, don't be fooled at the beginning by what seems to be your averagely decent movie because as the film progresses some really subtle but key story vices are brought into play that bring the film up to its roaring climax. Crunchy and inventive action/battle scenes as well as beautiful romance, great story, amazing scenery and that (as I've already said) all important character building that forms an attachment between you and the character are all more than ample reasons that people of all audiences will enjoy & should go to see Avatar! If anything I'm not disappointed that I went to see it and am already planning to see it again.
On a final note, the rather interesting and different ending this film has puts it on a standing point above all other sci-fi that raises thoughts as to the nature of humanity.
Many thanks to James Cameron, for an outstanding film that I hope to soon see on the top 250 movies of IMDb. Also for including many of my favourite recently discovered actors.