Science Fiction · Action · Adventure
American
2009 · Directed by James Cameron · 162 min
In the 22nd century, a paralysed former Marine is sent to Pandora, a lush alien moon rich in a valuable mineral. Through a remote-controlled alien body he enters a world of towering forests and luminous creatures, as a human company's interests press on it. A large-scale adventure built around immersion.
Why it matters in cinema history
A defining film of the digital 3D era, it marked the point when computer-generated environments and captured human performances became central to the biggest studio productions.
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Watch it as a world to be experienced: notice how much of the storytelling is carried by environment, depth and design.
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