Avatar: The Way Of Water (2022)

 

I rewatched the extended version of the first film just before watching this one. I highly recommend it, because Way Of The Water is a true sequel, with interwoven storylines from the first. 

The return to Nu’vi is another creative adventure. Are there ‘save the planet’ messages in spades? Yes, and I think that’s a good thing. Looking forward to the next film. 

Rating: B

Inception (2010)

A total mindf%#@. It takes the movie Dreamscape from my childhood and twists it into a visually stunning film. Very well made with fine acting. My only complaint is, like dreams, it never felt grounded. The movie takes place in a mostly make-believe world, which doesn't allow the audience to fully invest in the story. All the characters, with the exception of Leonardo, are written very shallow. I liked the movie, but in the end it was just a daydream—something to pass the time.

Rating: C+

Avatar (2009)

Visually, it's unlike anything we've ever seen before. I saw it in 2D, as I'm yet to be convinced 3D makes the viewing experience better. Life in the new world James Cameron creates is fun and interesting. Certainly more exciting than the unplugged world within the film. Acting and story outside of Pandora are bland and wooden. Go see Avatar for what's over the rainbow, not below it.

Rating: B-