<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> has crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office after just 12 days. The sequel to his 2009 science-fiction epic 'Avatar', 'The Way of Water', the film is the first of the four purported sequels and continues the story of the Sullys as they flee the retaliation of the earthlings after their defeat at the end of the first film. 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>

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<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.</p>

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<p>Thus far the film has collected $1.03 billion. 'The Way of Water' has an astronomical budget of $350 to 460 million, and Cameron has earlier said the film will have to be second or third-highest-grossing movie of all time just to break even. So it will have to continue its performance at the ticket window for the foreseeable future. Like the original, the film is expected to have strong legs that should help it carry to February.</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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James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' has crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office after just 12 days. The sequel to his 2009 science-fiction epic 'Avatar', 'The Way of Water', the film is the first of the four purported sequels and continues the story of the Sullys as they flee the retaliation of the earthlings after their defeat at the end of the first film.

James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' has crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office after just 12 days. The sequel to his 2009 science-fiction epic 'Avatar', 'The Way of Water', the film is the first of the four purported sequels and continues the story of the Sullys as they flee the retaliation of the earthlings after their defeat at the end of the first film. 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' interview | Jack Campion, Trinity Bliss heap praise on 'outstanding' James Cameron Thus far the film has collected $1.03 billion. 'The Way of Water' has an astronomical budget of $350 to 460 million, and Cameron has earlier said the film will have to be second or third-highest-grossing movie of all time just to break even. So it will have to continue its performance at the ticket window for the foreseeable future. Like the original, the film is expected to have strong legs that should help it carry to February. 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."

'Avatar The Way of Water' crosses $1 billion mark in just 12 days

<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 absolutely rocking the box office and demolishing whatever little competition is coming its way. It is a hit around the world. It recently crossed the $900 million mark worldwide, after a theatrical run of just over 10 days. 'The Way of Water' is the first of four sequels to 2009's 'Avatar' and continues the story of the Sully family, which now includes Jake and Neytiri's children. Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana return in the roles of Jake and Neytiri, respectively. Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald also return, while Sigourney Weaver, Grace Augustine in the original, essays a different role.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement join the franchise with this film. In India, the film has grossed Rs 252.05 crore. The film is expected to eventually cross the lifetime haul of 'Avengers: Endgame' (Rs 373.22 crore), which is currently the biggest-ever Hollywood movie in India.</p>

<p>The film, like the original, is beset with accusations of racism due to the portrayal of the Na'vi, the blue-hued people of Pandora, the franchise's main setting, which is said to be similar to Native Americans and other indigenous peoples.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Yuè Begay, a Navajo artist, has taken Cameron to task recently. She called for a boycott against 'The Way of Water', accusing Cameron of 'blueface'. On Twitter, she wrote, "Do NOT watch Avatar: The Way of Water. Join natives and other indigenous groups around the world in boycotting this horrible &amp; racist film. Our cultures were appropriated in a harmful manner to satisfy some 🏳 man's saviour complex. No more Blueface! Lakota people are powerful!"</p>

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<p>The film 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 absolutely rocking the box office and demolishing whatever little competition is coming its way. It is a hit around the world.

James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is absolutely rocking the box office and demolishing whatever little competition is coming its way. It is a hit around the world. It recently crossed the $900 million mark worldwide, after a theatrical run of just over 10 days. 'The Way of Water' is the first of four sequels to 2009's 'Avatar' and continues the story of the Sully family, which now includes Jake and Neytiri's children. Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana return in the roles of Jake and Neytiri, respectively. Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald also return, while Sigourney Weaver, Grace Augustine in the original, essays a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement join the franchise with this film. In India, the film has grossed Rs 252.05 crore. The film is expected to eventually cross the lifetime haul of 'Avengers: Endgame' (Rs 373.22 crore), which is currently the biggest-ever Hollywood movie in India. The film, like the original, is beset with accusations of racism due to the portrayal of the Na'vi, the blue-hued people of Pandora, the franchise's main setting, which is said to be similar to Native Americans and other indigenous peoples. Yuè Begay, a Navajo artist, has taken Cameron to task recently. She called for a boycott against 'The Way of Water', accusing Cameron of 'blueface'. On Twitter, she wrote, "Do NOT watch Avatar: The Way of Water. Join natives and other indigenous groups around the world in boycotting this horrible & racist film. Our cultures were appropriated in a harmful manner to satisfy some 🏳 man's saviour complex. No more Blueface! Lakota people are powerful!" Also Read: 'Avatar: The Way of Water' interview | Jack Campion, Trinity Bliss heap praise on 'outstanding' James Cameron The film 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."

'Avatar: The Way of Water' crosses $900 million worldwide, but will James Cameron's sequel surpass original?

<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>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-explained-native-americans-boycott-james-camerons-horrible--racist-avatar-the-way-of-water-545454">Explained: Native Americans boycott James Cameron's 'horrible &amp; racist' 'Avatar The Way of Water'</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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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:

'Avatar The Way of Water' reaches another major box office milestone

<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:

'Avatar 2' box office: James Cameron film helps Disney cross $4 billion in 2022

<p>James Cameron's science fiction epic<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 inching close to the $500 million mark. As per Box Office Mojo, the film has grossed $497 million. The sequel to 2009's 'Avatar', the film is the first of the four purported sequels and continues the story of the Sullys as they flee the retaliation of the earthlings after their defeat at the end of the first film. 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>

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<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.</p>

<p>'The Way of Water' has an astronomical budget of $350 to 460 million, so it will have to continue its performance at the ticket window for the foreseeable future. Like the original, the film is expected to have strong legs that should help it carry to February.</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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James Cameron's science fiction epic 'Avatar The Way of Water' is inching close to the $500 million mark. As per Box Office Mojo, the film has grossed $497 million.

James Cameron's science fiction epic 'Avatar The Way of Water' is inching close to the $500 million mark. As per Box Office Mojo, the film has grossed $497 million. The sequel to 2009's 'Avatar', the film is the first of the four purported sequels and continues the story of the Sullys as they flee the retaliation of the earthlings after their defeat at the end of the first film. 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. 'The Way of Water' has an astronomical budget of $350 to 460 million, so it will have to continue its performance at the ticket window for the foreseeable future. Like the original, the film is expected to have strong legs that should help it carry to February. 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:

'Avatar The Way of Water' nears $500 million at the global box office

<p>James Cameron's latest <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 doing great business worldwide to absolutely nobody's surprise. The film has grossed $441 million until now globally, as per Box Office Mojo. In India, as well, the film, is smashing box office records. As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film has Rs 129 crore until now. 'The Way of Water' has an astronomical budget of $350 to 460 million, so it will have to continue its performance at the ticket window for the foreseeable future. That it released in December should work in its favour. Big December movies do tend to have strong legs.</p>

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<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' continues the story of the Sully family as they face a new threat on Pandora. It brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. &nbsp;Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and Vin Diesel join the cast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Cameron has also penned the script with Josh Friedman.</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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James Cameron's latest 'Avatar The Way of Water' is doing great business worldwide to absolutely nobody's surprise. The film has grossed $441 million until now globally, as per Box Office Mojo.

James Cameron's latest 'Avatar The Way of Water' is doing great business worldwide to absolutely nobody's surprise. The film has grossed $441 million until now globally, as per Box Office Mojo. In India, as well, the film, is smashing box office records. As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film has Rs 129 crore until now. 'The Way of Water' has an astronomical budget of $350 to 460 million, so it will have to continue its performance at the ticket window for the foreseeable future. That it released in December should work in its favour. Big December movies do tend to have strong legs. 'Avatar: The Way of Water' continues the story of the Sully family as they face a new threat on Pandora. It brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and Vin Diesel join the cast. Cameron has also penned the script with Josh Friedman. 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:

'Avatar The Way of Water' box office: James Cameron' sci-fi epic soars to new heights

<p><strong>Avatar The Way of Water movie review:</strong> A man of gargantuan ambitions, James Cameron never settles. His visions are often not possible to attain, so he gets new filmmaking technologies developed to realise them. This guy would rather wait for decades for the technology to catch up to his vision than create something half-baked. And he can do that because he has clout like no other filmmaker working today, born out of a decades-long, immensely successful career.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>13 years after demolishing the global box office with ‘Avatar’, Cameron is back with the first of many sequels. Titled <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-tracking-for-a--525-million-worldwide-opening-542886">'Avatar: The Way of Water’</a></strong>, the second film features fresh adventures for Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) a paraplegic marine who sided with the Na’vi in the conflict against humans in the original and became one of the tall, lithe, and blue-hued natives himself. He and his native wife Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) have children now: three of theirs and two adopted. The stakes are higher than ever before.</p>

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<p>As the old foes at the RDA return to complete what they started in the first film with a renewed sense of vengeance, Jake and Neytiri flee their homeland with their children to protect the Omaticaya clan.</p>

<p>They find themselves among the Metkayina, a water-loving Na’vi clan with a paler blue skin colour to mirror the sea. They live around a reef and have amphibious qualities, allowing them to inhabit both worlds. Initially unwilling and hostile, the leaders of the clan, Tonowari (Cliff Curtis) and Ronal (Kate Winslet) eventually take the fugitives in and teach them their aquatic ways. Unbeknown to them, the Sullys have brought the war right to their shores.</p>

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<h2>The visuals are breathtaking</h2>

<p>Let’s get this out of the way: ‘The Way of Water’ is an astoundingly good-looking movie. That shouldn’t be a surprise considering how pretty the original was. It is gorgeous in a cinematic, dynamic way. The new, amazingly detailed locales will take your breath away. It sounds weird when I say this, but despite being so beautiful, the film manages to be subtle. The visual elements seamlessly blend into one other, and the film encourages one to forget everything you are looking at was created in computers. In a few shots, particularly in the water, I am certain Cameron was showing off. And indeed my jaw was hanging slack, wondering how in the world he did it.</p>

<p>3D here is very simple and yet very, very effective. I’m not a fan, per se, of the technology as it mostly comes off more as a distracting gimmick than anything that genuinely enhances the viewing experience. Except, that is, when Cameron does it. I am a grown man, and no longer get impressed by raindrops that seem to fall in your eyes or birds that appear to flutter right before your face. I, in fact, avoid 3D in movies like the plague. But thanks to sparing but clever 3D elements in ‘The Way of Water’, I found myself trying to protect my face from being scratched by a stray branch. And judging the the "oohs!" in the theatre, I wasn’t the only one.</p>

<p>There is no filmmaker&nbsp;that can come even close to Cameron when it comes to making technologically groundbreaking cinema.</p>

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<h2>Is the story worth getting invested in?</h2>

<p>If visual beauty is all you believe makes movies worth watching, then ‘The Way of Water’ will automatically become one of your favourite films this decade, maybe even the century. But I am not one of those, and I found a lot to criticise in 'The Way of Water'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>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&nbsp;has never been an&nbsp;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.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While still surface-level and written to service the plot, there is more depth to Sully, Neytiri and the rest of the family. Sigourney Weaver is back but since Grace Augustine died, she plays the role of her teenage daughter, now adopted by Jake and Neytiri. It is constantly immersion-breaking to hear a 73-year-old woman giving voice to a teenager. The film tries to create drama out of the kids this time, particularly how they interact with the children of Tonowari and Ronal. The hostility, bullying, and acceptance. There is also trouble between Jake the father and his younger son Lo'ak (Brian Dalton). But sadly, it all comes across as something we have seen before, and done much better.</p>

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<h2>Same-old themes</h2>

<p>Even the themes are pretty much the same, as sweeping and simplistic as before. Just like 'Avatar', none too delicately, hammered home the point that we should protect our forests, 'The Way of Water' brings our attention to the oceans. New creatures in the film include over-friendly whale-like mammals called tulkun, and naturally there are whalers extracting from their blubber the Pandora equivalent of whale oil, Amrita. Similar to the nectar in Hindu mythology that is supposed to make its consumer immortal, Amrita stops aging.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yes, the natural world and the equilibrium in fragile ecosystems is worth preserving. And yes, many indigenous populations have a strong connection to the flora and fauna in the regions they inhabit. Oh, and technology can often be dangerous. But natives have also made many animals of yore extinct by systematically hunting them until not one member of the species is left. This is why we do not have mammoths roaming around. And technology has lifted millions out of poverty, made our lives easier, and can ultimately lead us away from fossil fuels. So, Mr Cameron, it's not all straightforward.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Add to all that, the film's runtime is punishing. Despite a blistering, action-packed third-act, 'The Way of Water' takes forever to end.</p>


Avatar The Way of Water movie review: A man of gargantuan ambitions, James Cameron never settles. His visions are often not possible to attain, so he gets new filmmaking technologies developed to realise them.

Avatar The Way of Water movie review: A man of gargantuan ambitions, James Cameron never settles. His visions are often not possible to attain, so he gets new filmmaking technologies developed to realise them. This guy would rather wait for decades for the technology to catch up to his vision than create something half-baked. And he can do that because he has clout like no other filmmaker working today, born out of a decades-long, immensely successful career. 13 years after demolishing the global box office with ‘Avatar’, Cameron is back with the first of many sequels. Titled 'Avatar: The Way of Water’, the second film features fresh adventures for Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) a paraplegic marine who sided with the Na’vi in the conflict against humans in the original and became one of the tall, lithe, and blue-hued natives himself. He and his native wife Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) have children now: three of theirs and two adopted. The stakes are higher than ever before. Also Read: 'Avatar: The Way of Water' interview | Jack Campion, Trinity Bliss heap praise on 'outstanding' James Cameron As the old foes at the RDA return to complete what they started in the first film with a renewed sense of vengeance, Jake and Neytiri flee their homeland with their children to protect the Omaticaya clan. They find themselves among the Metkayina, a water-loving Na’vi clan with a paler blue skin colour to mirror the sea. They live around a reef and have amphibious qualities, allowing them to inhabit both worlds. Initially unwilling and hostile, the leaders of the clan, Tonowari (Cliff Curtis) and Ronal (Kate Winslet) eventually take the fugitives in and teach them their aquatic ways. Unbeknown to them, the Sullys have brought the war right to their shores. The visuals are breathtaking Let’s get this out of the way: ‘The Way of Water’ is an astoundingly good-looking movie. That shouldn’t be a surprise considering how pretty the original was. It is gorgeous in a cinematic, dynamic way. The new, amazingly detailed locales will take your breath away. It sounds weird when I say this, but despite being so beautiful, the film manages to be subtle. The visual elements seamlessly blend into one other, and the film encourages one to forget everything you are looking at was created in computers. In a few shots, particularly in the water, I am certain Cameron was showing off. And indeed my jaw was hanging slack, wondering how in the world he did it. 3D here is very simple and yet very, very effective. I’m not a fan, per se, of the technology as it mostly comes off more as a distracting gimmick than anything that genuinely enhances the viewing experience. Except, that is, when Cameron does it. I am a grown man, and no longer get impressed by raindrops that seem to fall in your eyes or birds that appear to flutter right before your face. I, in fact, avoid 3D in movies like the plague. But thanks to sparing but clever 3D elements in ‘The Way of Water’, I found myself trying to protect my face from being scratched by a stray branch. And judging the the "oohs!" in the theatre, I wasn’t the only one. There is no filmmaker that can come even close to Cameron when it comes to making technologically groundbreaking cinema. Is the story worth getting invested in? If visual beauty is all you believe makes movies worth watching, then ‘The Way of Water’ will automatically become one of your favourite films this decade, maybe even the century. But I am not one of those, and I found a lot to criticise in 'The Way of Water'. 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. While still surface-level and written to service the plot, there is more depth to Sully, Neytiri and the rest of the family. Sigourney Weaver is back but since Grace Augustine died, she plays the role of her teenage daughter, now adopted by Jake and Neytiri. It is constantly immersion-breaking to hear a 73-year-old woman giving voice to a teenager. The film tries to create drama out of the kids this time, particularly how they interact with the children of Tonowari and Ronal. The hostility, bullying, and acceptance. There is also trouble between Jake the father and his younger son Lo'ak (Brian Dalton). But sadly, it all comes across as something we have seen before, and done much better. Same-old themes Even the themes are pretty much the same, as sweeping and simplistic as before. Just like 'Avatar', none too delicately, hammered home the point that we should protect our forests, 'The Way of Water' brings our attention to the oceans. New creatures in the film include over-friendly whale-like mammals called tulkun, and naturally there are whalers extracting from their blubber the Pandora equivalent of whale oil, Amrita. Similar to the nectar in Hindu mythology that is supposed to make its consumer immortal, Amrita stops aging. Yes, the natural world and the equilibrium in fragile ecosystems is worth preserving. And yes, many indigenous populations have a strong connection to the flora and fauna in the regions they inhabit. Oh, and technology can often be dangerous. But natives have also made many animals of yore extinct by systematically hunting them until not one member of the species is left. This is why we do not have mammoths roaming around. And technology has lifted millions out of poverty, made our lives easier, and can ultimately lead us away from fossil fuels. So, Mr Cameron, it's not all straightforward. Add to all that, the film's runtime is punishing. Despite a blistering, action-packed third-act, 'The Way of Water' takes forever to end.

'Avatar The Way of Water' movie review: Visually gorgeous, James Cameron's film repeats original's mistakes

<p>James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is almost here. The epic sequel to 2009's 'Avatar' brings moviegoers back to Pandora, the Earth-like habitable extrasolar moon from the Alpha Centauri System. The original remains the highest-grossing movie of all time in terms of worldwide returns, and Cameron had more story to tell in the franchise -- thus a sequel was inevitable. We are getting at least three more sequels. There was a significant delay between the first and the second movie. 'The Way of Water' comes out after 13 years. Here's everything we need to know about the film:</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/a8Gx8wiNbs8" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p>

<h2>Creative team</h2>

<p>Cameron returns to direct 'The Way of Water'. He has also penned the screenplay with Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver. The original film received praise for many things, buts its script, written solely by Cameron, was criticised for simplistic elements and themes. This presumably is why Cameron got Jaffa and Silver this time. There are few directors who can even come close to Cameron when it comes to big-screen spectacle so we can be sure the film will satisfy in terms of visuals at least.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Story</h2>

<p>The story and plot details are scarce right now. But we do know the film will continue the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their children) as they encounter new challenges and undergo fresh adventures. Cameron has challenged the fans of the franchise to guess the plot. While speaking to IGN, he said, "I guarantee you, you won’t be able to predict it. What people hate the most is to go and see a movie and say ‘oh… predictable.’ This is not predictable, I don’t think. I defy anybody to predict where this story goes.”</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ahead-of-avatar-2-release-heres-a-ranking-of-all-james-cameron-movies-titanic-avatar-the-terminator-541836">Ahead of 'Avatar 2' release here's a ranking of all James Cameron movies: 'Titanic', Avatar', The Terminator'</a></strong></p>

<p>He added, “We follow [Jake and Neytiri] forward in time, 15 years to where they have a family of pre-teens and teenagers. More of a family dynamic. It’s not a Hallmark, Disney family dynamic. It’s a very dysfunctional family dynamic, but ultimately there’s a core there that they all draw their strength from. I think that’s the thing that’s fundamentally different from the first one.”&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Cast</h2>

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and Vin Diesel join the cast.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Runtime</h2>

<p>The runtime of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ has reportedly been revealed, and it is pretty daunting. Sources told The Hollywood Reporter that James Cameron's return to the big screen and the sequel to his blockbuster 2009 film 'Avatar' will run for three hours and 10 minutes -- or 190 minutes. The original was also pretty intimidating at 162 minutes of runtime. This is not exactly unusual for Cameron, as his 1997 film 'Titanic' ran for 195 minutes. Also, long runtimes do not seem to affect box office returns of his movies, and he manages to hold the attention of the audiences for those huge runtimes.</p>

<h2>Release</h2>

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' releases on December 16, 2022.</p>

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James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is almost here. The epic sequel to 2009's 'Avatar' brings moviegoers back to Pandora, the Earth-like habitable extrasolar moon from the Alpha Centauri System.

James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is almost here. The epic sequel to 2009's 'Avatar' brings moviegoers back to Pandora, the Earth-like habitable extrasolar moon from the Alpha Centauri System. The original remains the highest-grossing movie of all time in terms of worldwide returns, and Cameron had more story to tell in the franchise -- thus a sequel was inevitable. We are getting at least three more sequels. There was a significant delay between the first and the second movie. 'The Way of Water' comes out after 13 years. Here's everything we need to know about the film: Creative team Cameron returns to direct 'The Way of Water'. He has also penned the screenplay with Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver. The original film received praise for many things, buts its script, written solely by Cameron, was criticised for simplistic elements and themes. This presumably is why Cameron got Jaffa and Silver this time. There are few directors who can even come close to Cameron when it comes to big-screen spectacle so we can be sure the film will satisfy in terms of visuals at least. Story The story and plot details are scarce right now. But we do know the film will continue the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their children) as they encounter new challenges and undergo fresh adventures. Cameron has challenged the fans of the franchise to guess the plot. While speaking to IGN, he said, "I guarantee you, you won’t be able to predict it. What people hate the most is to go and see a movie and say ‘oh… predictable.’ This is not predictable, I don’t think. I defy anybody to predict where this story goes.” Also Read: Ahead of 'Avatar 2' release here's a ranking of all James Cameron movies: 'Titanic', Avatar', The Terminator' He added, “We follow [Jake and Neytiri] forward in time, 15 years to where they have a family of pre-teens and teenagers. More of a family dynamic. It’s not a Hallmark, Disney family dynamic. It’s a very dysfunctional family dynamic, but ultimately there’s a core there that they all draw their strength from. I think that’s the thing that’s fundamentally different from the first one.” Cast 'Avatar: The Way of Water' brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and Vin Diesel join the cast. Runtime The runtime of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ has reportedly been revealed, and it is pretty daunting. Sources told The Hollywood Reporter that James Cameron's return to the big screen and the sequel to his blockbuster 2009 film 'Avatar' will run for three hours and 10 minutes -- or 190 minutes. The original was also pretty intimidating at 162 minutes of runtime. This is not exactly unusual for Cameron, as his 1997 film 'Titanic' ran for 195 minutes. Also, long runtimes do not seem to affect box office returns of his movies, and he manages to hold the attention of the audiences for those huge runtimes. Release 'Avatar: The Way of Water' releases on December 16, 2022.

'Avatar The Way of Water': Everything to know about James Cameron's sci-fi epic

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-avatar-the-way-of-water-new-trailer-james-cameron-film-promises-to-be-the-cinematic-event-of-the-year-530596">James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' </a></strong>will release next month. The epic sequel to 2009's 'Avatar' brings moviegoers back to Pandora, the Earth-like habitable extrasolar moon from the Alpha Centauri System. The original is the highest-grossing movie of all time in terms of worldwide returns, and Cameron had more story to tell in the franchise -- thus a sequel was inevitable. We are getting at least three more sequels. There was a significant delay between the first and the second movie. 'The Way of Water' comes out after 13 years. Here's everything we need to know about the film:</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/a8Gx8wiNbs8" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p>

<h2>Creative team</h2>

<p>Cameron returns to direct 'The Way of Water'. He has also penned the screenplay with Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver. The original film received praise for many things, buts its script, written solely by Cameron, was criticised for simplistic elements and themes. This presumably is why Cameron got Jaffa and Silver this time. There are few directors who can even come close to Cameron when it comes to big-screen spectacle so we can be sure the film will satisfy in terms of visuals at least.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-james-cameron-challenges-you-to-guess-avatar-the-way-of-water-plot-guarantee-you-won%E2%80%99t-be-able-to-predict-518680">Story</a></strong></h2>

<p>The story and plot details are scarce right now. But we do know the film will continue the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their children) as they encounter new challenges and undergo fresh adventures. Cameron has challenged the fans of the franchise to guess the plot. While speaking to IGN, he said, "I guarantee you, you won’t be able to predict it. What people hate the most is to go and see a movie and say ‘oh… predictable.’ This is not predictable, I don’t think. I defy anybody to predict where this story goes.”</p>

<p>He added, “We follow [Jake and Neytiri] forward in time, 15 years to where they have a family of pre-teens and teenagers. More of a family dynamic. It’s not a Hallmark, Disney family dynamic. It’s a very dysfunctional family dynamic, but ultimately there’s a core there that they all draw their strength from. I think that’s the thing that’s fundamentally different from the first one.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nvAf39wCTaY" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p>

<h2>Cast</h2>

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. &nbsp;Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and Vin Diesel join the cast.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Runtime</h2>

<p>The runtime of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ has reportedly been revealed, and it is pretty daunting. Sources told The Hollywood Reporter that James Cameron's return to the big screen and the sequel to his blockbuster 2009 film 'Avatar' will run for three hours and 10 minutes -- or 190 minutes. The original was also pretty intimidating at 162 minutes of runtime. This is not exactly unusual for Cameron, as his 1997 film 'Titanic' ran for 195 minutes. Also, long runtimes do not seem to affect box office returns of his movies, and he manages to hold the attention of the audiences for those huge runtimes.</p>

<h2>Release</h2>

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' releases on December 16, 2022.</p>

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James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' will release next month. The epic sequel to 2009's 'Avatar' brings moviegoers back to Pandora, the Earth-like habitable extrasolar moon from the Alpha Centauri System.

James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' will release next month. The epic sequel to 2009's 'Avatar' brings moviegoers back to Pandora, the Earth-like habitable extrasolar moon from the Alpha Centauri System. The original is the highest-grossing movie of all time in terms of worldwide returns, and Cameron had more story to tell in the franchise -- thus a sequel was inevitable. We are getting at least three more sequels. There was a significant delay between the first and the second movie. 'The Way of Water' comes out after 13 years. Here's everything we need to know about the film: Creative team Cameron returns to direct 'The Way of Water'. He has also penned the screenplay with Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver. The original film received praise for many things, buts its script, written solely by Cameron, was criticised for simplistic elements and themes. This presumably is why Cameron got Jaffa and Silver this time. There are few directors who can even come close to Cameron when it comes to big-screen spectacle so we can be sure the film will satisfy in terms of visuals at least. Story The story and plot details are scarce right now. But we do know the film will continue the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their children) as they encounter new challenges and undergo fresh adventures. Cameron has challenged the fans of the franchise to guess the plot. While speaking to IGN, he said, "I guarantee you, you won’t be able to predict it. What people hate the most is to go and see a movie and say ‘oh… predictable.’ This is not predictable, I don’t think. I defy anybody to predict where this story goes.” He added, “We follow [Jake and Neytiri] forward in time, 15 years to where they have a family of pre-teens and teenagers. More of a family dynamic. It’s not a Hallmark, Disney family dynamic. It’s a very dysfunctional family dynamic, but ultimately there’s a core there that they all draw their strength from. I think that’s the thing that’s fundamentally different from the first one.” Cast 'Avatar: The Way of Water' brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and Vin Diesel join the cast. Runtime The runtime of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ has reportedly been revealed, and it is pretty daunting. Sources told The Hollywood Reporter that James Cameron's return to the big screen and the sequel to his blockbuster 2009 film 'Avatar' will run for three hours and 10 minutes -- or 190 minutes. The original was also pretty intimidating at 162 minutes of runtime. This is not exactly unusual for Cameron, as his 1997 film 'Titanic' ran for 195 minutes. Also, long runtimes do not seem to affect box office returns of his movies, and he manages to hold the attention of the audiences for those huge runtimes. Release 'Avatar: The Way of Water' releases on December 16, 2022.

'Avatar: The Way of Water': Everything to know about James Cameron's sci-fi epic

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' was easily the most-awaited project of the year, and it is only a few days away. James Cameron returns to the big screen as a director after more than a decade. The film has a huge ensemble cast, with several new names joining the franchise. Among them is Kate Winslet, who worked with Cameron in 'Titanic'. In a recent interview, Winslet revealed what prompted her to accept the offer.</p>

<p>While speaking to Empire magazine, she said she loved the first movie. "The deeper themes it conveys about our declining planet, were extremely poignant, and that mattered to me. So, I had no reservations at all. Plus, I was jumping into a well-oiled machine, so I was excited to think that everything they had learned as filmmakers from the first movie, would have only been ironed out and amplified in its second go around. And that's fun!" she said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the answer to another question, she said that Cameron remains a "perfectionist" and that "part hasn't changed at all. And that is what makes his movies precise in every tiny detail. All those tiny components are huge when assembled, and it’s Jim’s vision and his determination that produces extraordinary filmmaking that will stand the test of time."</p>

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' continues the story of the mythical alien race called the Na'Vi. It brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. &nbsp;Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and also Vin Diesel join the cast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Cameron has also penned the script with Josh Friedman. 'The Way of Water' will be followed by at least two more sequels.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Avatar: The Way of Water' releases on December 16, 2022.</p>

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'Avatar: The Way of Water' was easily the most-awaited project of the year, and it is only a few days away. James Cameron returns to the big screen as a director after more than a decade.

'Avatar: The Way of Water' was easily the most-awaited project of the year, and it is only a few days away. James Cameron returns to the big screen as a director after more than a decade. The film has a huge ensemble cast, with several new names joining the franchise. Among them is Kate Winslet, who worked with Cameron in 'Titanic'. In a recent interview, Winslet revealed what prompted her to accept the offer. While speaking to Empire magazine, she said she loved the first movie. "The deeper themes it conveys about our declining planet, were extremely poignant, and that mattered to me. So, I had no reservations at all. Plus, I was jumping into a well-oiled machine, so I was excited to think that everything they had learned as filmmakers from the first movie, would have only been ironed out and amplified in its second go around. And that's fun!" she said. In the answer to another question, she said that Cameron remains a "perfectionist" and that "part hasn't changed at all. And that is what makes his movies precise in every tiny detail. All those tiny components are huge when assembled, and it’s Jim’s vision and his determination that produces extraordinary filmmaking that will stand the test of time." 'Avatar: The Way of Water' continues the story of the mythical alien race called the Na'Vi. It brings back Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, and Matt Gerald from the first movie. Sigourney Weaver also returns, but in a different role. Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Jemaine Clement, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Cowell, Oona Chaplin, CJ Jones, and also Vin Diesel join the cast. Cameron has also penned the script with Josh Friedman. 'The Way of Water' will be followed by at least two more sequels. 'Avatar: The Way of Water' releases on December 16, 2022.

'Had no reservations at all': Kate Winslet on reuniting with James Cameron in 'Avatar The Way of Water'

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