<p>The spectre of nepotism that has haunted the Hindi film industry has finally arrived in Hollywood. No, it's not that this is new in American cinema, but a new awareness about the phenomenon is here. It all began with a New York magazine article titled 'The Year of the Nepo Baby', which detailed celebrities, including actors, singers, models, socialites, and so on, who have parents or other familial connections in the industry and presumably got their break thanks to those connections. Some of the names in the article are Maya Hawke (daughter of Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke), Robert Downey Jr (son of Robert Downey Sr), Laura Dern (daughter of Bruce Dern), and so on.</p>

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<p>The piece has proved popular (or infamous, depending on your point of view), with many on social media sharing it. A debate, even, has kicked off, though as yet it has not reached the virulent levels it did in India. Some believe that the so-called 'Nepo Kids' have an unfair advantage over the rest as they come into the world with already a connection with the industry. And this obviously helps. Their parents already must have filmmakers and producers as friends.</p>

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<p>Others contend that while celeb kids do possess the advantage, the film industry is not unique in that regard. In every field, including businesses and corporates, kids of well-esconced parents have it easy. It's not fair, but it exists. It's just that nepotism in Hollywood (like Bollywood) gets a lot more attention and exposure.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, some star kids (as Indians call them) have responded to the New York magazine piece.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Lottie Moss, the half-sister of Kate Moss, admitted she is privileged but she never got any support from Kate. She wrote in an Instagram post, "I understand I have come from a very privileged position being the sister of someone very famous but believe it or not that person never really supported me, my parents were amazing but could not relate to what I was going through and did not know the full extent of what I was going through most of the time."</p>

<p>"I was pretty much on my own so I had to navigate this by myself and do the best I could which I feel I have," she added.</p>

<p>Zoe Kravitz, an actor known for 'The Batman' and 'Fantastic Beasts', is the daughter of singer Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet. While speaking to GQ, she said it's "completely normal" for "people to be in the family business. It’s literally where last names came from. You were a blacksmith if your family was, like, the Black family."</p>

<p>Lily-Rose Depp, daughter of Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis said that the&nbsp;nepo baby label&nbsp;“doesn’t make any sense" to her.&nbsp;“It’s weird to me to reduce somebody to the idea that they’re only there because it’s a generational thing," she added.</p>

<p>In India, the nepotism debate was kicked off by Kangana Ranaut, who accused producer Karan Johar of being the flag-bearer of nepotism. And indeed, he has launched the careers of many star kids, including Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan.&nbsp;</p>

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The spectre of nepotism that has haunted the Hindi film industry has finally arrived in Hollywood. No, it's not that this is new in American cinema, but a new awareness about the phenomenon is here.

The spectre of nepotism that has haunted the Hindi film industry has finally arrived in Hollywood. No, it's not that this is new in American cinema, but a new awareness about the phenomenon is here. It all began with a New York magazine article titled 'The Year of the Nepo Baby', which detailed celebrities, including actors, singers, models, socialites, and so on, who have parents or other familial connections in the industry and presumably got their break thanks to those connections. Some of the names in the article are Maya Hawke (daughter of Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke), Robert Downey Jr (son of Robert Downey Sr), Laura Dern (daughter of Bruce Dern), and so on. Also Read: Nayanthara to make her Hindi debut with 'Connect' before SRK’s 'Jawaan' The piece has proved popular (or infamous, depending on your point of view), with many on social media sharing it. A debate, even, has kicked off, though as yet it has not reached the virulent levels it did in India. Some believe that the so-called 'Nepo Kids' have an unfair advantage over the rest as they come into the world with already a connection with the industry. And this obviously helps. Their parents already must have filmmakers and producers as friends. Others contend that while celeb kids do possess the advantage, the film industry is not unique in that regard. In every field, including businesses and corporates, kids of well-esconced parents have it easy. It's not fair, but it exists. It's just that nepotism in Hollywood (like Bollywood) gets a lot more attention and exposure. Meanwhile, some star kids (as Indians call them) have responded to the New York magazine piece. Also Read: Jamie Lee Curtis weighs in on nepostism debate, calls herself, 'OG Nepo Baby' Lottie Moss, the half-sister of Kate Moss, admitted she is privileged but she never got any support from Kate. She wrote in an Instagram post, "I understand I have come from a very privileged position being the sister of someone very famous but believe it or not that person never really supported me, my parents were amazing but could not relate to what I was going through and did not know the full extent of what I was going through most of the time." "I was pretty much on my own so I had to navigate this by myself and do the best I could which I feel I have," she added. Zoe Kravitz, an actor known for 'The Batman' and 'Fantastic Beasts', is the daughter of singer Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet. While speaking to GQ, she said it's "completely normal" for "people to be in the family business. It’s literally where last names came from. You were a blacksmith if your family was, like, the Black family." Lily-Rose Depp, daughter of Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis said that the nepo baby label “doesn’t make any sense" to her. “It’s weird to me to reduce somebody to the idea that they’re only there because it’s a generational thing," she added. In India, the nepotism debate was kicked off by Kangana Ranaut, who accused producer Karan Johar of being the flag-bearer of nepotism. And indeed, he has launched the careers of many star kids, including Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan. Watch WION live here:

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<p>There is an update to the much-awaited collaboration between Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi. A Sriram Raghavan directorial, the film has a new poster as well as the release date. Both Katrina and Vijay took to their social media handles to share the poster and an update about the release schedule. It appears the film will release next Christmas. Kaif wrote while sharing the poster, "We wanted to release the film this Christmas...but there is a TWIST :) See you in cinemas soon! #MerryChristmas 🎄."</p>

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<p>You can see the poster above. It depicts of two people, one male and one female (presumably Katrina and Vijay), with a glass of wine in each hand and breaking the glasses by clinking them hard against the other, breaking and wine (or some other suspicious red liquid) sloshing out. The symbolism is lost on us, but the picture does seem to represent something dark. We expect nothing from a director known for movies like 'Andhadhun' and 'Badlapur'.</p>

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<p>Interestingly, Katrina had announced the project in 2021's December. She had shared, “New Beginnings 💛. BACK ON SET with director #sriramraghavan for Merry Christmas! &nbsp;I’ve always wanted to work with Sriram Sir, He is a master when it comes to narratives that showcase thrillers and it’s an honor to be directed by him. . Super excited to be teaming up with @actorvijaysethupathi for this one produced by @rameshtaurani &amp; @sanjayroutraymatchbox.”</p>

<p>Ramesh Taurani’s Tips Industries in association with Matchbox Pictures Pvt. Ltd have bankrolled the project.&nbsp;</p>

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There is an update to the much-awaited collaboration between Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi. A Sriram Raghavan directorial, the film has a new poster as well as the release date.

There is an update to the much-awaited collaboration between Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi. A Sriram Raghavan directorial, the film has a new poster as well as the release date. Both Katrina and Vijay took to their social media handles to share the poster and an update about the release schedule. It appears the film will release next Christmas. Kaif wrote while sharing the poster, "We wanted to release the film this Christmas...but there is a TWIST :) See you in cinemas soon! #MerryChristmas 🎄." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Katrina Kaif (@katrinakaif) × You can see the poster above. It depicts of two people, one male and one female (presumably Katrina and Vijay), with a glass of wine in each hand and breaking the glasses by clinking them hard against the other, breaking and wine (or some other suspicious red liquid) sloshing out. The symbolism is lost on us, but the picture does seem to represent something dark. We expect nothing from a director known for movies like 'Andhadhun' and 'Badlapur'. Also Read: Sonam Kapoor shares heartwarming birthday post for 'best dad' Anil Kapoor Interestingly, Katrina had announced the project in 2021's December. She had shared, “New Beginnings 💛. BACK ON SET with director #sriramraghavan for Merry Christmas! I’ve always wanted to work with Sriram Sir, He is a master when it comes to narratives that showcase thrillers and it’s an honor to be directed by him. . Super excited to be teaming up with @actorvijaysethupathi for this one produced by @rameshtaurani & @sanjayroutraymatchbox.” Ramesh Taurani’s Tips Industries in association with Matchbox Pictures Pvt. Ltd have bankrolled the project. Watch WION live here:

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<p>The first reviews of Christian Bale-starrer mystery thriller 'The Pale Blue Eye' are here. Written and directed by Scott Cooper, the film is an adaptation of the 2003 novel of the same name by Louis Bayard. Set in 1830, it features Bale as a veteran detective Augustus Landor who is investigating a series of murders at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. Melling plays the role of Edgar Allan Poe, a real-world figure who went on to become one of America's greatest authors, who assists Landor in his endeavours.</p>

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<p>The film has an impressive ensemble cast, with names like Harry Melling, Gillian Anderson, Lucy Boynton, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Simon McBurney, Timothy Spall, and Robert Duvall.</p>

<p>This is the second collaboration between Bale and Cooper after 2017's 'Hostiles'.</p>

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<p>Thus far, the film has received mixed critical reception. The film has received 43 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. Here are some of the reviews:</p>

<p>The Daily Telegraph's Tim Robey wrote, "Howard Shore’s routinely excellent moody scores helps our wend through the wilderness. But the irony, for a would-be-macabre mystery about hearts being ripped out, is a flatlined pulse and a puzzling absence of red meat."</p>

<p>Financial Times' Danny Leigh wrote, "And yet Cooper the writer is clearly not trusted by Cooper the director, who shoots this ripe malarkey with a slow and earnest gaze, like a Hammer horror gone social realist."</p>

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<p>Empire Magazine's Dan Jolin wrote, "A handsome murder mystery with a neat literary twist and an impressive turn from Harry Melling, but which is overcast by the gloominess of its protagonist and the implausibility of its revelations."</p>

<p>Deadline's Todd McCarthy said, "A drama with good and particular qualities rather than one that’s genuinely exciting."</p>

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The first reviews of Christian Bale-starrer mystery thriller 'The Pale Blue Eye' are here. Written and directed by Scott Cooper, the film is an adaptation of the 2003 novel of the same name by Louis Bayard.

The first reviews of Christian Bale-starrer mystery thriller 'The Pale Blue Eye' are here. Written and directed by Scott Cooper, the film is an adaptation of the 2003 novel of the same name by Louis Bayard. Set in 1830, it features Bale as a veteran detective Augustus Landor who is investigating a series of murders at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. Melling plays the role of Edgar Allan Poe, a real-world figure who went on to become one of America's greatest authors, who assists Landor in his endeavours. The film has an impressive ensemble cast, with names like Harry Melling, Gillian Anderson, Lucy Boynton, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Simon McBurney, Timothy Spall, and Robert Duvall. This is the second collaboration between Bale and Cooper after 2017's 'Hostiles'. Also Read: Top 10 horror movies of 2022: 'Barbarian', 'The Black Phone', 'Nope', and others Thus far, the film has received mixed critical reception. The film has received 43 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. Here are some of the reviews: The Daily Telegraph's Tim Robey wrote, "Howard Shore’s routinely excellent moody scores helps our wend through the wilderness. But the irony, for a would-be-macabre mystery about hearts being ripped out, is a flatlined pulse and a puzzling absence of red meat." Financial Times' Danny Leigh wrote, "And yet Cooper the writer is clearly not trusted by Cooper the director, who shoots this ripe malarkey with a slow and earnest gaze, like a Hammer horror gone social realist." Also Read: 'Titanic' at 25: Eight facts you didn't know about James Cameron's watery epic Empire Magazine's Dan Jolin wrote, "A handsome murder mystery with a neat literary twist and an impressive turn from Harry Melling, but which is overcast by the gloominess of its protagonist and the implausibility of its revelations." Deadline's Todd McCarthy said, "A drama with good and particular qualities rather than one that’s genuinely exciting." 'The Pale Blue Eye' is currently running in select theatres in the US. It releases on Netflix on January 6, 2023. Watch WION live here:

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<p>In the last few years, China has put regulatory hurdles in front of big Hollywood movies from releasing in the country. This is the next best thing to an explicit ban. However, this hurts the American film industry, for China is an important market for its films. That was not so earlier. But it all changed when 2009's 'Avatar' brought in an unheard-of $200 million to 20th Century Fox, and then big studios began to do everything they could to secure a China release. And to pass the country's stringent censors, they had to cut everything that the Communist Party might find unpalatable, including the obvious ones like nudity and sex but also less obvious ones such as homosexuality, actors of colour, imagery of recognisable American symbols like Statue of Liberty, and so on.</p>

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<p>Even as China has tightened the censors, it has made attempts to match the scale and scope of epic Hollywood movies in projects bankrolled by the government, and there have been successes like 'The Battle at Lake Changjin', which was the second-highest grossing movie of 2021 globally after 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'.</p>

<p>But there was one project as ambitious and expensive called 'Born to Fly' that was unceremoniously abandoned. As per The Hollywood Reporter, the film was meant to be the Chinese answer to Tom Cruise-starrer 'Top Gun: Maverick'. Just like 'Maverick' the film, produced in association with the People’s Liberation Army Air Force, was going to be a showcase of China's airborne firepower, specifically the stealth fighter jet J-20.</p>

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<p>It was going to be released on September 30 and many pegged it as the next Chinese success. But it was abandoned, with a statement saying it was postponed to show "better production effects.”</p>

<p>As per THR, the filmmakers realised after watching 'Top Gun: Maverick' that their movie's visuals were far inferior compared to the Hollywood movie and they, along with Chinese Communist Party feared that the country and its film industry will be a subject of mockery and derision around the world.</p>

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<p>But what now? Can the effects be improved and the movie might see the light of day? As per a THR source, nothing is certain, and it is possible that the movie may never release at all.</p>

<p>Directed by Joseph Kosinski and written by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher McQuarrie from a story by Peter Craig and Justin Marks, 'Maverick' was the sequel to the 1986 classic 'Top Gun' and brought back Cruise in the role of Pete "Maverick" Mitchell, who is now a test pilot and flight instructor. The film was a huge success, almost earning $1.5 billion worldwide.</p>

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In the last few years, China has put regulatory hurdles in front of big Hollywood movies from releasing in the country. This is the next best thing to an explicit ban.

In the last few years, China has put regulatory hurdles in front of big Hollywood movies from releasing in the country. This is the next best thing to an explicit ban. However, this hurts the American film industry, for China is an important market for its films. That was not so earlier. But it all changed when 2009's 'Avatar' brought in an unheard-of $200 million to 20th Century Fox, and then big studios began to do everything they could to secure a China release. And to pass the country's stringent censors, they had to cut everything that the Communist Party might find unpalatable, including the obvious ones like nudity and sex but also less obvious ones such as homosexuality, actors of colour, imagery of recognisable American symbols like Statue of Liberty, and so on. Also Read: 'Glass Onion' movie review: 'Knives Out' sequel is a delicious, wickedly funny whodunit Even as China has tightened the censors, it has made attempts to match the scale and scope of epic Hollywood movies in projects bankrolled by the government, and there have been successes like 'The Battle at Lake Changjin', which was the second-highest grossing movie of 2021 globally after 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. But there was one project as ambitious and expensive called 'Born to Fly' that was unceremoniously abandoned. As per The Hollywood Reporter, the film was meant to be the Chinese answer to Tom Cruise-starrer 'Top Gun: Maverick'. Just like 'Maverick' the film, produced in association with the People’s Liberation Army Air Force, was going to be a showcase of China's airborne firepower, specifically the stealth fighter jet J-20. It was going to be released on September 30 and many pegged it as the next Chinese success. But it was abandoned, with a statement saying it was postponed to show "better production effects.” As per THR, the filmmakers realised after watching 'Top Gun: Maverick' that their movie's visuals were far inferior compared to the Hollywood movie and they, along with Chinese Communist Party feared that the country and its film industry will be a subject of mockery and derision around the world. Also Read: Top 10 Hollywood movies of 2022: 'Top Gun Maverick', 'Barbarian', and 'The Batman' But what now? Can the effects be improved and the movie might see the light of day? As per a THR source, nothing is certain, and it is possible that the movie may never release at all. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and written by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher McQuarrie from a story by Peter Craig and Justin Marks, 'Maverick' was the sequel to the 1986 classic 'Top Gun' and brought back Cruise in the role of Pete "Maverick" Mitchell, who is now a test pilot and flight instructor. The film was a huge success, almost earning $1.5 billion worldwide. Watch WION live here:

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<p>James Cameron's <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-movie-review-visually-gorgeous-james-camerons-film-repeats-originals-mistakes-543654">'Avatar: The Way of Water' </a></strong>may have opened below expectations but it still has had a flying start at the box office. After a week of its release, the film has managed to cross the $600 million mark worldwide. At the time of writing, it has grossed $610 million (as per Box Office Mojo). That's not bad for a film that is a sequel to 'Avatar', a film that released 13 years ago. Clearly, Cameron's magic endures. And with the strong legs that his film inevitably will end up having and lack of notable competition for at least a couple more months, 'The Way of Water'&nbsp;should have smooth sailing. It has an astronomical budget of $350 to $460 million, so it does need those dollars.</p>

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<p>Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana reprise the respective roles of Jake Sully and Neytiri. Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald also return in their roles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement join the franchise with this film.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Wion's review of the film read, "Basically, I have the same complaints with ‘The Way of Water’ that I had with the original ‘Avatar’. No one in their right mind would take exception to his vision, but beneath all that eye-candy, the film has a painfully conventional story involving conventional characters told in a traditional Cameron way. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and 'The Way of Water' is no exception. 'The Way of Water' is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls."</p>

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James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' may have opened below expectations but it still has had a flying start at the box office. After a week of its release, the film has managed to cross the $600 million mark worldwide.

James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' may have opened below expectations but it still has had a flying start at the box office. After a week of its release, the film has managed to cross the $600 million mark worldwide. At the time of writing, it has grossed $610 million (as per Box Office Mojo). That's not bad for a film that is a sequel to 'Avatar', a film that released 13 years ago. Clearly, Cameron's magic endures. And with the strong legs that his film inevitably will end up having and lack of notable competition for at least a couple more months, 'The Way of Water' should have smooth sailing. It has an astronomical budget of $350 to $460 million, so it does need those dollars. Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana reprise the respective roles of Jake Sully and Neytiri. Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald also return in their roles. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement join the franchise with this film. Also Read: Explained: Native Americans boycott James Cameron's 'horrible & racist' 'Avatar The Way of Water' Wion's review of the film read, "Basically, I have the same complaints with ‘The Way of Water’ that I had with the original ‘Avatar’. No one in their right mind would take exception to his vision, but beneath all that eye-candy, the film has a painfully conventional story involving conventional characters told in a traditional Cameron way. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and 'The Way of Water' is no exception. 'The Way of Water' is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls." Watch WION live here:

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<p>James Cameron's<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-movie-review-visually-gorgeous-james-camerons-film-repeats-originals-mistakes-543654"> 'Avatar: The Way of Water'</a></strong> is currently running in theatres and has crossed $500 million in less than a week. The film, which is a sequel to 2009's science fiction epic 'Avatar' will follow at least three more sequels. And interestingly, the third film is already filmed and Cameron has shot the first act of even the fourth film. Movies being shot simultaneously are not new. But Cameron had a very specific reason for his choice. 'The Way of Water' introduced many younger characters in the form of children of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldana).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Sigourney Weaver, Jack Champion, James Flatters, and Britain Dalton play the roles of Sully's true-born or adopted children. Apart from Weaver, who is 73, Cameron was apprehensive that the kids would grow up too fast, and would eventually outgrow the story if the production took too long.</p>

<p>Calling it the 'Stranger Things' effect, Cameron told Entertainment Weekly, "I love Stranger Things, but you get the Stranger Things effect where they're supposed to still be in high school, and they look like they're 27. Jack Champion shot up like a weed when we were with him. We shot with Jack when he was 14 and 15, almost up to 16. So we were shooting him over an 18-month period."</p>

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<p>He added, "I was imagining scenarios where we don't go back to work for a year and a half, and we're completely screwed because he's aged out, and then we have to go back and reshoot with another guy. It was like, 'Just hand me the shotgun.' But fortunately, it didn't work out that way. We were able to appeal to the New Zealand government to let in a small group of our key actors so that we could bring the production back."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, 'The Way of Water' has received mostly positive reviews. Wion's review of the film read, "Basically, I have the same complaints with ‘The Way of Water’ that I had with the original ‘Avatar’. No one in their right mind would take exception to his vision, but beneath all that eye-candy, the film has a painfully conventional story involving conventional characters told in a traditional Cameron way. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and 'The Way of Water' is no exception. 'The Way of Water' is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls."</p>

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James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is currently running in theatres and has crossed $500 million in less than a week. The film, which is a sequel to 2009's science fiction epic 'Avatar' will follow at least three more sequels.

James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is currently running in theatres and has crossed $500 million in less than a week. The film, which is a sequel to 2009's science fiction epic 'Avatar' will follow at least three more sequels. And interestingly, the third film is already filmed and Cameron has shot the first act of even the fourth film. Movies being shot simultaneously are not new. But Cameron had a very specific reason for his choice. 'The Way of Water' introduced many younger characters in the form of children of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldana). Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Sigourney Weaver, Jack Champion, James Flatters, and Britain Dalton play the roles of Sully's true-born or adopted children. Apart from Weaver, who is 73, Cameron was apprehensive that the kids would grow up too fast, and would eventually outgrow the story if the production took too long. Calling it the 'Stranger Things' effect, Cameron told Entertainment Weekly, "I love Stranger Things, but you get the Stranger Things effect where they're supposed to still be in high school, and they look like they're 27. Jack Champion shot up like a weed when we were with him. We shot with Jack when he was 14 and 15, almost up to 16. So we were shooting him over an 18-month period." Also Read: Explained: Native Americans boycott James Cameron's 'horrible & racist' 'Avatar The Way of Water' He added, "I was imagining scenarios where we don't go back to work for a year and a half, and we're completely screwed because he's aged out, and then we have to go back and reshoot with another guy. It was like, 'Just hand me the shotgun.' But fortunately, it didn't work out that way. We were able to appeal to the New Zealand government to let in a small group of our key actors so that we could bring the production back." Meanwhile, 'The Way of Water' has received mostly positive reviews. Wion's review of the film read, "Basically, I have the same complaints with ‘The Way of Water’ that I had with the original ‘Avatar’. No one in their right mind would take exception to his vision, but beneath all that eye-candy, the film has a painfully conventional story involving conventional characters told in a traditional Cameron way. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and 'The Way of Water' is no exception. 'The Way of Water' is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls." Watch WION live here:

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<p>Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery recently announced that they are collaborating on an upcoming project. The film is yet-untitled and will get its name on December 23 at 5 pm Indian time. The fans have been excited ever since the film was announced. Both the actor and the director have been helping intensify the buzz by sharing mysterious pictures on their Instagram profile that many say are pieces of a puzzle. Now, a teaser for the film has also been released. "You are just a day away from the title you all wanted to know," Mohanlal wrote while sharing it.</p>

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<p>Mohanlal announced the project back in October. While sharing photos with Pellissery, he has tweeted, "I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films."</p>

<p>The excitement of the fans is palpable as this collaboration appears to be something everybody wants to witness as soon as possible.</p>

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<p>Pellissery is known for possessing a unique voice. Mohanlal, an old hand in the film industry with more than four decades of experience, has always excelled with talented directors. Pellissery has directed acclaimed films like 'Jallikkattu', 'Churuli', and 'Ee.Ma.Yau'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Jallikkattu' in particular received widespread praise all around the world. The story followed a bull that escapes a slaughterhouse in a hilly remote village and the subsequent hunt for the animal. It was screened at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival and 24th Busan International Film. It was also India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards but did not get the nomination.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad, and Santhy Balachandran featured in the cast.&nbsp;</p>

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Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery recently announced that they are collaborating on an upcoming project. The film is yet-untitled and will get its name on December 23 at 5 pm Indian time.

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery recently announced that they are collaborating on an upcoming project. The film is yet-untitled and will get its name on December 23 at 5 pm Indian time. The fans have been excited ever since the film was announced. Both the actor and the director have been helping intensify the buzz by sharing mysterious pictures on their Instagram profile that many say are pieces of a puzzle. Now, a teaser for the film has also been released. "You are just a day away from the title you all wanted to know," Mohanlal wrote while sharing it. You are just a day away from the title you all wanted to know. Stay looped in... Tomorrow @ 5pm IST pic.twitter.com/6SB9SuK1FI — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) December 22, 2022 × Mohanlal announced the project back in October. While sharing photos with Pellissery, he has tweeted, "I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films." The excitement of the fans is palpable as this collaboration appears to be something everybody wants to witness as soon as possible. I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films.#LijoJosePellissery @shibu_babyjohn pic.twitter.com/d7XYnkYOzk — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) October 25, 2022 × Pellissery is known for possessing a unique voice. Mohanlal, an old hand in the film industry with more than four decades of experience, has always excelled with talented directors. Pellissery has directed acclaimed films like 'Jallikkattu', 'Churuli', and 'Ee.Ma.Yau'. 'Jallikkattu' in particular received widespread praise all around the world. The story followed a bull that escapes a slaughterhouse in a hilly remote village and the subsequent hunt for the animal. It was screened at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival and 24th Busan International Film. It was also India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards but did not get the nomination. Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad, and Santhy Balachandran featured in the cast. Watch WION live here:

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-do-you-share-your-netflix-account-with-friends-or-family-be-prepared-to-pay-extra-soon-527067">Netflix s</a></strong>aid Wednesday it plans to build a state-of-the-art production facility at a former Army base at the Jersey Shore that will cost more than $900 million, and create thousands of jobs. The subscription video streaming company will pay $55 million for a 292-acre site on the former Fort Monmouth military base in Eatontown and Oceanport.</p>

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<p>The California-based company plans an additional $848 million worth of investments in 12 sound stages and for other uses related to the film industry.</p>

<p>“We’re thrilled to continue and expand our significant investment in New Jersey and North America,” said Ted Sarandos, the company’s co-CEO and chief content officer. We believe a Netflix studio can boost the local and state economy with thousands of new jobs and billions in economic output, while sparking a vibrant production ecosystem in New Jersey.”</p>

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<p>The announcement was made Wednesday evening, following a vote by the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority to accept Netflix’s bid over three competing offers.</p>

<p>“This transformative investment will serve as a cornerstone in our efforts to create a thriving industry from whole cloth,” said New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat. “As a result of nearly a billion dollars in film production spending, New Jersey will further solidify its status as an emerging national leader in the television and film industries.”</p>

<p>He also said the project will create new housing, hotel, and film-related businesses in the area, which has suffered economically since the Army closed the base in 2011. The project is due to be completed in two phases over the course of several years. The first will include the construction of a dozen sound stages, each ranging in size from 15,000 to 40,000 square feet (around 1,400 to 3,700 square meters).</p>

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<p>Additional work may include office space, production services buildings and related studio space with the potential for consumer-focused components including retail uses.</p>

<p>“We are thrilled by the promise this Netflix project will deliver,” said Michele Siekerka, president and CEO of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association. “Jobs and innovation are at the heart of this Netflix-New Jersey partnership, just as they were throughout Fort Monmouth’s rich history.”</p>

<p>The plan still needs numerous levels of approvals from local and state officials.</p>

<p>Another TV and film production studio is set to be built in New Jersey on the site of a now-demolished public housing complex in Newark. The $125 million, 12-acres studio will be anchored by global entertainment provider Lionsgate, officials announced in May.</p>

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Netflix said Wednesday it plans to build a state-of-the-art production facility at a former Army base at the Jersey Shore that will cost more than $900 million, and create thousands of jobs.

Netflix said Wednesday it plans to build a state-of-the-art production facility at a former Army base at the Jersey Shore that will cost more than $900 million, and create thousands of jobs. The subscription video streaming company will pay $55 million for a 292-acre site on the former Fort Monmouth military base in Eatontown and Oceanport. The California-based company plans an additional $848 million worth of investments in 12 sound stages and for other uses related to the film industry. “We’re thrilled to continue and expand our significant investment in New Jersey and North America,” said Ted Sarandos, the company’s co-CEO and chief content officer. We believe a Netflix studio can boost the local and state economy with thousands of new jobs and billions in economic output, while sparking a vibrant production ecosystem in New Jersey.” Also Read: Do you share your Netflix account with friends and family? Be prepared to pay extra soon The announcement was made Wednesday evening, following a vote by the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority to accept Netflix’s bid over three competing offers. “This transformative investment will serve as a cornerstone in our efforts to create a thriving industry from whole cloth,” said New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat. “As a result of nearly a billion dollars in film production spending, New Jersey will further solidify its status as an emerging national leader in the television and film industries.” He also said the project will create new housing, hotel, and film-related businesses in the area, which has suffered economically since the Army closed the base in 2011. The project is due to be completed in two phases over the course of several years. The first will include the construction of a dozen sound stages, each ranging in size from 15,000 to 40,000 square feet (around 1,400 to 3,700 square meters). Also Read: Is the Golden Age of Television over? Additional work may include office space, production services buildings and related studio space with the potential for consumer-focused components including retail uses. “We are thrilled by the promise this Netflix project will deliver,” said Michele Siekerka, president and CEO of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association. “Jobs and innovation are at the heart of this Netflix-New Jersey partnership, just as they were throughout Fort Monmouth’s rich history.” The plan still needs numerous levels of approvals from local and state officials. Another TV and film production studio is set to be built in New Jersey on the site of a now-demolished public housing complex in Newark. The $125 million, 12-acres studio will be anchored by global entertainment provider Lionsgate, officials announced in May. Watch WION live here:

Netflix plans $900 million production facility at former New Jersey Army base

<p>'Emily in Paris' debuted its third season on Netflix on Wednesday. Starring Lily Collins in the titular role, the Darren Star-created series follows Emily, an American marketing executive who moves to France to give Savoir, a French marketing firm, an American perspective. The show follows her struggles in her workplace as she falls in love and has to face the cultural values of a country that is quite different from her conservative upbringing.</p>

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<p>Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, Camille Razat, William Abadie, and Lucien Laviscount also star.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thus far, critics have not been impressed by the third season of 'Emily in Paris'. On the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a rating of 50 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Here are some of the reviews:</h2>

<p>The Daily Telegraph's Anita Singh wrote, "The writers are stringing us along... because they know another series is in the bag. It’s lazy and will leave fans feeling short-changed."</p>

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<p>Rolling Stone's Alan Sepinwall said, "What once felt like a fun drift through a magical alternate universe, by Season Three, has come to feel like a stagnant decision that no one is willing to make."</p>

<p>The Wrap's Lauren Piester was more positive. "A protagonist doesn’t have to be likable, but she does have to be watchable, and Emily has been nearly unwatchable in the first two seasons. Now, she’s very watchable, mostly likable, and occasionally OK with taking a backseat in favor of her French friends and their increasingly complicated storylines. I personally will not be going back to rewatch the first two seasons of this show, but other fans might find it to be a really satisfying journey to see how Emily and her world have grown, and how much her French really has improved," she wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Guardian's Rebecca Nicholson was also left impressed. She wrote, "After watching the second and third seasons in close succession I now know that Emily in Paris is horribly moreish. It doesn’t make a lot of sense, but it is so relentlessly chirpy it doesn’t really need to. The clothes are bright and hypnotically garish, to the extent that, like its ancestor Sex and the City, you just want a new episode to start so you can see what everyone is wearing. The plot lurches from melodrama to high farce – there’s a rumoured death and a hologram interlude, which, you know, go for it, why not – and whisper it, it’s actually quite fun. So fine, Emily in Paris, I give up. You win."</p>

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'Emily in Paris' debuted its third season on Netflix on Wednesday. Starring Lily Collins in the titular role, the Darren Star-created series follows Emily, an American marketing executive who moves to France to give Savoir, a French marketing firm, an American perspective.

'Emily in Paris' debuted its third season on Netflix on Wednesday. Starring Lily Collins in the titular role, the Darren Star-created series follows Emily, an American marketing executive who moves to France to give Savoir, a French marketing firm, an American perspective. The show follows her struggles in her workplace as she falls in love and has to face the cultural values of a country that is quite different from her conservative upbringing. Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, Camille Razat, William Abadie, and Lucien Laviscount also star. Thus far, critics have not been impressed by the third season of 'Emily in Paris'. On the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a rating of 50 per cent. Here are some of the reviews: The Daily Telegraph's Anita Singh wrote, "The writers are stringing us along... because they know another series is in the bag. It’s lazy and will leave fans feeling short-changed." Rolling Stone's Alan Sepinwall said, "What once felt like a fun drift through a magical alternate universe, by Season Three, has come to feel like a stagnant decision that no one is willing to make." The Wrap's Lauren Piester was more positive. "A protagonist doesn’t have to be likable, but she does have to be watchable, and Emily has been nearly unwatchable in the first two seasons. Now, she’s very watchable, mostly likable, and occasionally OK with taking a backseat in favor of her French friends and their increasingly complicated storylines. I personally will not be going back to rewatch the first two seasons of this show, but other fans might find it to be a really satisfying journey to see how Emily and her world have grown, and how much her French really has improved," she wrote. The Guardian's Rebecca Nicholson was also left impressed. She wrote, "After watching the second and third seasons in close succession I now know that Emily in Paris is horribly moreish. It doesn’t make a lot of sense, but it is so relentlessly chirpy it doesn’t really need to. The clothes are bright and hypnotically garish, to the extent that, like its ancestor Sex and the City, you just want a new episode to start so you can see what everyone is wearing. The plot lurches from melodrama to high farce – there’s a rumoured death and a hologram interlude, which, you know, go for it, why not – and whisper it, it’s actually quite fun. So fine, Emily in Paris, I give up. You win." Watch WION live here:

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<p>Henry Cavill earlier announced that he is quitting the popular Netflix fantasy series 'The Witcher'. He has shot for the third season, but from season 4 onwards, the titular character, called Geralt of Rivia, will be essayed by Liam Hemsworth. It was earlier speculated by many that Cavill quit 'The Witcher' because his return as Superman was greenlit. Now, James Gunn and Peter Safran, the heads of DC Studios, announced that Cavill <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/sad-news-henry-cavill-to-not-return-as-superman-confirms-actor-543142">will not be reprising the role of superhero after all </a></strong>since they are looking for a younger Supe in their burgeoning DC Universe. Whatever the reason for Cavill choosing to quit 'The Witcher', makers are looking to give him a suitable sendoff in the next season.</p>

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<p>Showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich told Entertainment Weekly that the next season, which arrives in 2023's summer, will give “the most heroic sendoff” to the actor.</p>

<p>“Henry has given so much to the show and so we want to honor that appropriately,” she said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hissrich added. “Geralt’s big turn is about giving up neutrality and doing anything that he has to do to get to Ciri. And to me, it’s the most heroic sendoff that we could have, even though it wasn’t written to be that. Geralt has a new mission in mind when we come back to him in season four. He’s a slightly different Geralt than we expected. Now, by the way, that’s an understatement.”</p>

<p>Based on Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski's book series of the same name that also spawned uber-popular series of RPG video games by CD Projekt RED, 'The Witcher' is set in a fictional universe.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-why-henry-cavill-was-axed-as-superman-he-was-a-pawn-in-dwayne-johnsons-attempt-to-control-dc-543993">Why Henry Cavill was axed as Superman: 'He was a pawn in Dwayne Johnson's attempt to control DC?'</a></strong></p>

<p>In the universe, dubbed simply the Continent, where mythical (in our world) races like dwarves, elves, and monsters exist. While the first two are not dissimilar to humans, more or less, if much lower on the class ladder, the third kind is dangerous. And to take care of that, an order of specially trained and mutated humans was created long ago.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/after-superman-exit-henry-cavills-next-project-announced-with-amazon-read-details-inside-543613">After Superman exit, Henry Cavill's next project announced with Amazon: Read details inside</a></strong></p>

<p>Meanwhile, it was only a couple of months ago that Cavill was declared to be returning to play Superman. He even had a cameo in the character at the end of 'Black Adam'. Gunn said on Twitter that he has left doors open for Cavill to explore opportunities in DCU, which could be any other character to another, alt-universe version of Superman.<br />
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Henry Cavill earlier announced that he is quitting the popular Netflix fantasy series 'The Witcher'. He has shot for the third season, but from season 4 onwards, the titular character, called Geralt of Rivia, will be essayed by Liam Hemsworth.

Henry Cavill earlier announced that he is quitting the popular Netflix fantasy series 'The Witcher'. He has shot for the third season, but from season 4 onwards, the titular character, called Geralt of Rivia, will be essayed by Liam Hemsworth. It was earlier speculated by many that Cavill quit 'The Witcher' because his return as Superman was greenlit. Now, James Gunn and Peter Safran, the heads of DC Studios, announced that Cavill will not be reprising the role of superhero after all since they are looking for a younger Supe in their burgeoning DC Universe. Whatever the reason for Cavill choosing to quit 'The Witcher', makers are looking to give him a suitable sendoff in the next season. Showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich told Entertainment Weekly that the next season, which arrives in 2023's summer, will give “the most heroic sendoff” to the actor. “Henry has given so much to the show and so we want to honor that appropriately,” she said. Also Read: James Gunn responds to backlash to Henry Cavill Superman getting axed: 'No one...' Hissrich added. “Geralt’s big turn is about giving up neutrality and doing anything that he has to do to get to Ciri. And to me, it’s the most heroic sendoff that we could have, even though it wasn’t written to be that. Geralt has a new mission in mind when we come back to him in season four. He’s a slightly different Geralt than we expected. Now, by the way, that’s an understatement.” Based on Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski's book series of the same name that also spawned uber-popular series of RPG video games by CD Projekt RED, 'The Witcher' is set in a fictional universe. Also Read: Why Henry Cavill was axed as Superman: 'He was a pawn in Dwayne Johnson's attempt to control DC?' In the universe, dubbed simply the Continent, where mythical (in our world) races like dwarves, elves, and monsters exist. While the first two are not dissimilar to humans, more or less, if much lower on the class ladder, the third kind is dangerous. And to take care of that, an order of specially trained and mutated humans was created long ago. Also Read: After Superman exit, Henry Cavill's next project announced with Amazon: Read details inside Meanwhile, it was only a couple of months ago that Cavill was declared to be returning to play Superman. He even had a cameo in the character at the end of 'Black Adam'. Gunn said on Twitter that he has left doors open for Cavill to explore opportunities in DCU, which could be any other character to another, alt-universe version of Superman. Watch WION live here:

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<p>When James Cameron releases a movie, the world pays attention. And things are no different with his latest<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-nears-500-million-at-the-global-box-office-545049"> 'Avatar The Way of Water'</a></strong>. A sequel to 2009's science fiction epic 'Avatar', the film has been in theatres only since last Friday and is already nearing $500 million. The film, like any big Christmas release, is expected to have long legs that should help it sail through unruffled waters for at least a couple more months. This is what happened with the last two (before 'The Way of Water', that is) Cameron films: 'Avatar' and 'Titanic'. Their opening weekend haul was nothing to write home about, but they continued to earn decent money week after week, eventually ruling the list of all-time worldwide earners in their respective eras.</p>

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<p>Now, it has come to light that 'The Way of Water' has helped The Walt Disney Studios cross the $4 billion mark. In November, the House of Mouse crossed the $3 billion mark, thanks mainly to 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'. In case you didn't know, the 'Avatar' franchise was earlier owned by 20th Century Fox, which was acquired by Disney.</p>

<p>Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana reprise the respective roles of Jake Sully and Neytiri. Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald also return in their roles. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement join the franchise with this film.</p>

<p>Also Read:<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-nears-500-million-at-the-global-box-office-545049">&nbsp;'Avatar The Way of Water' nears $500 million at the global box office</a></strong></p>

<p>Wion's review of the film read, "Basically, I have the same complaints with ‘The Way of Water’ that I had with the original ‘Avatar’. No one in their right mind would take exception to his vision, but beneath all that eye-candy, the film has a painfully conventional story involving conventional characters told in a traditional Cameron way. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and 'The Way of Water' is no exception. 'The Way of Water' is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls."</p>

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When James Cameron releases a movie, the world pays attention. And things are no different with his latest 'Avatar The Way of Water'. A sequel to 2009's science fiction epic 'Avatar', the film has been in theatres only since last Friday and is already nearing $500 million.

When James Cameron releases a movie, the world pays attention. And things are no different with his latest 'Avatar The Way of Water'. A sequel to 2009's science fiction epic 'Avatar', the film has been in theatres only since last Friday and is already nearing $500 million. The film, like any big Christmas release, is expected to have long legs that should help it sail through unruffled waters for at least a couple more months. This is what happened with the last two (before 'The Way of Water', that is) Cameron films: 'Avatar' and 'Titanic'. Their opening weekend haul was nothing to write home about, but they continued to earn decent money week after week, eventually ruling the list of all-time worldwide earners in their respective eras. Now, it has come to light that 'The Way of Water' has helped The Walt Disney Studios cross the $4 billion mark. In November, the House of Mouse crossed the $3 billion mark, thanks mainly to 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'. In case you didn't know, the 'Avatar' franchise was earlier owned by 20th Century Fox, which was acquired by Disney. Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana reprise the respective roles of Jake Sully and Neytiri. Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald also return in their roles. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement join the franchise with this film. Also Read: 'Avatar The Way of Water' nears $500 million at the global box office Wion's review of the film read, "Basically, I have the same complaints with ‘The Way of Water’ that I had with the original ‘Avatar’. No one in their right mind would take exception to his vision, but beneath all that eye-candy, the film has a painfully conventional story involving conventional characters told in a traditional Cameron way. The director has never been an impressive deviser of complex, gripping plots and characters beyond surface level. He does have the uncanny ability to build exciting narratives around action set pieces, and 'The Way of Water' is no exception. 'The Way of Water' is, in effect, a typical Cameron movie with all its glories and downfalls." Watch WION live here:

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