Avatar 4 to be shot in Estonia; James Cameron says 'there's a connection' between Na'vi and Estonians
6 years, 11 months ago

Avatar 4 to be shot in Estonia; James Cameron says 'there's a connection' between Na'vi and Estonians

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The first film Avatar — released in 2009 — won a bevy of awards including the Academy Award for Best Achievement in Cinematography, Best Achievement in Visual Effects and Best Achievement in Art Direction. With mega-budget movies like The Terminator, Titanic, Aliens, Avatar; and the following innumerable award nominations and wins, Cameron commands tremendous respect from cinegoers across the world. The film won a bevy of awards including the Academy Award for Best Achievement in Cinematography, Best Achievement in Visual Effects and Best Achievement in Art Direction. Of what could be called a poetic justice, there also exists a certain Navi village in the southeastern part of Estonia where Cameron decides to shoot a major part of the film, as he feels “the surrounding area would also make a perfect filming spot”.

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James Cameron reveals exciting new details about Avatar 3: ‘Movie 3 will be a little bit….’
3 weeks ago

James Cameron reveals exciting new details about Avatar 3: ‘Movie 3 will be a little bit….’

Hindustan Times  

Avatar is more than just a film series — it's a cultural phenomenon, with fans eagerly awaiting every new instalment. And now, director James Cameron is teasing fans with a few new updates about what to expect when the last instalment finally hits theatres. James Cameron reveals exciting new details about Avatar 3 For those who’ve been following the franchise, …

James Cameron reveals 'Avatar 3' will be longer than previous film
3 weeks ago

James Cameron reveals 'Avatar 3' will be longer than previous film

New Indian Express  

LOS ANGELES: Filmmaker James Cameron says the duration of his upcoming movie Avatar: Fire and Ash, will be more than the previous installment which exceeded 3 hours. Cameron, who directed Avatar in 2009 and Avatar: The Way of Water in 2022, said he wanted to follow up his first installment with three more sequels but when the discussion began, there …

"I've got ideas for six and seven": James Cameron on 'Avatar' sequels
1 year, 1 month ago

"I've got ideas for six and seven": James Cameron on 'Avatar' sequels

The Hindu  

Avatar 3 may not have hit theatres yet, but veteran filmmaker James Cameron has already planned the franchise's sixth and seventh films, according to People. "We're fully written through movie five, and I've got ideas for six and seven, although I'll probably be handing the baton on at that point," Cameron told People. "Ours is dystopian in its message to …

'Avatar 3' pushed to 2024 and Disney sets two 'Star Wars' films for 2026
1 year, 9 months ago

'Avatar 3' pushed to 2024 and Disney sets two 'Star Wars' films for 2026

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy “Avatar: The Way of Water” …

‘Avatar 3' pushed to 2025 and Disney sets two ‘Star Wars’ films for 2026
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Avatar 3' pushed to 2025 and Disney sets two ‘Star Wars’ films for 2026

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — “Avatar: The Way of Water” may have finally arrived in theaters in 2022, but that long parade of “Avatar” delays isn’t done, yet. The Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday pushed the release of “Avatar 3” a year, bumping it from December 2024 to December 2025. Director James Cameron, who launched “Avatar” in 2009, has said he may …

Avatar 3 Update: James Cameron shares plot details, new film to show darker side of Na'vi
2 years, 2 months ago

Avatar 3 Update: James Cameron shares plot details, new film to show darker side of Na'vi

India TV News  

Filmmaker James Cameron said that the third installment of his blockbuster 'Avatar' franchise will introduce a third clan of Pandora that shows off the Na'vi's darker side. 'Avatar' and 'Avatar: The Way of Water', moviegoers are introduced to two different Na'vi clans, the forest-dwelling Omaticaya and the water-dwelling Metkayina. While the first two 'Avatar' movies centred on conflicts between Na'vi …

James Cameron on why it took long for Avatar sequel: 'People are angsty enough'
2 years, 3 months ago

James Cameron on why it took long for Avatar sequel: 'People are angsty enough'

Hindustan Times  

James Cameron is revealing why it took him more than a decade to come up with the sequel to his massively successful first Avatar movie. In his interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the director reveals, “I started confronting this issue of, ‘Do I even want to make another movie, let alone another Avatar movie? '” James says that the first …

Sam Worthington reveals they have already filmed between 80% and 90% of Avatar 3
2 years, 3 months ago

Sam Worthington reveals they have already filmed between 80% and 90% of Avatar 3

Daily Mail  

With just weeks left until the highly-anticipated Avatar: The Way of Water hits theaters, star Sam Worthington has revealed they've already shot most of Avatar 3. Already shot: With just weeks left until the highly-anticipated Avatar: The Way of Water hits theaters, star Sam Worthington has revealed they've already shot most of Avatar 3 Jake: The 46-year-old Australian actor returns …

Will Avatar 2 Manage to Create The Same Rage as The Original Film at The Box Office?
2 years, 5 months ago

Will Avatar 2 Manage to Create The Same Rage as The Original Film at The Box Office?

News 18  

James Cameron’s big-budget film Avatar: The Way of Water is just a few months away from its release. In 100 days, experience #AvatarTheWayOfWater only in theaters December 16. pic.twitter.com/Mf6MfSESZX— Avatar September 7, 2022 Earlier this year, the Avatar 2 team released the trailer of the film, which left the Internet in a frenzy. With the new Avatar films, we’re pushing …

Avatar Box Office Collection: Re-release of James Cameron's film lures worldwide audience once again
2 years, 6 months ago

Avatar Box Office Collection: Re-release of James Cameron's film lures worldwide audience once again

India TV News  

Avatar Box Office Collection: Before the audience is mesmerised by Avatar 2, titled Avatar: The Way of Water, James Cameron has decided to make the audience familiar with the original film that was released over a decade ago. Avtar Re-Release Box Office Report The epic science fiction film 'Avatar', which got three Oscars at the 82nd Academy Awards for Best …

‘Avatar’ defied the cynics. 13 years later, it’s back in theaters to set the stage for ‘Avatar 2’
2 years, 6 months ago

‘Avatar’ defied the cynics. 13 years later, it’s back in theaters to set the stage for ‘Avatar 2’

LA Times  

It was December 2009 when Australian actor Sam Worthington, unaware of how massively his role as an ex-Marine on a mission to a new planet was about to change his life, received a bit of advice from James Cameron. I think it’s that experience that takes away the cynicism.” “Avatar” will return to theaters for the first time Friday, ahead …

James Cameron on Avatar re-release in theaters: 'It is for new kind of generation of film fans'
2 years, 6 months ago

James Cameron on Avatar re-release in theaters: 'It is for new kind of generation of film fans'

India TV News  

James Cameron on Avatar re-release in theaters: 'It is for new kind of generation of film fans' James Cameron's directorial Avatar is re-releasing in cinema halls on September 23, ahead of its sequel Avatar: The Way release on December 16. Visionary filmmaker James Cameron says his popular film "Avatar" resonated with people across cultures as it combined the themes of …

‘Avatar 4’ has begun production, reveals James Cameron
2 years, 6 months ago

‘Avatar 4’ has begun production, reveals James Cameron

The Hindu  

The fourth instalment of Avatar has begun production. The first Avatar film was released in 2009 and, for a long time, held the record for the highest-grossing movie of all time. It was nominated for nine Academy Awards including best picture and best director, and won three Oscars, for best cinematography, production design and visual effects. It was recently announced …

'Avatar' to re-release in theatres on September 23
2 years, 7 months ago

'Avatar' to re-release in theatres on September 23

The Hindu  

James Cameron's "Avatar" is coming back to theatres worldwide on September 23 in remastered 4K High Dynamic Range format, Disney and 20th Century have announced. The epic sci-fi film's re-release comes three months before the arrival of its much anticipated sequel "Avatar: The Way of Water" on December 16. Watch the new trailer now 💙 pic.twitter.com/8RtVkD5P3p — 20th Century Studios …

James Cameron announces live-action filming for Avatar 2 is '100% complete'.. despite covid shutdown
4 years, 6 months ago

James Cameron announces live-action filming for Avatar 2 is '100% complete'.. despite covid shutdown

Daily Mail  

The much-anticipated sequel to the 2009 epic science fiction film Avatar has been in the works for about a decade. Big reveal: Legendary filmmaker James Cameron announced live-action filming for Avatar 2 is now '100% complete' Talking to Schwarzenegger ahead of the 2020 Austrian World Summit environmental conference, Cameron first addressed the impact that the coronavirus crisis has had on …

‘Avatar’ movie sequel to resume production in New Zealand
4 years, 10 months ago

‘Avatar’ movie sequel to resume production in New Zealand

The Hindu  

A sequel to James Cameron’s sci-fi movie blockbuster “Avatar” will go back into production next week for the first time since it was shuttered by worldwide efforts to contain the coronavirus, producer Jon Landau said on Friday. Film and TV production came to halt around the globe in mid-March but is slowly returning in some countries including New Zealand, where …

Staggering budget for James Cameron’s Avatar sequels revealed
4 years, 10 months ago

Staggering budget for James Cameron’s Avatar sequels revealed

Hindustan Times  

New Zealand has lifted lockdown measures preventing films and television shows from shooting. James Cameron’s Avatar sequels, which were in production in New Zealand, can now resume filming. “I want to get back to work on Avatar, which right now we’re not allowed to do under state emergency laws or rules. We’re trying to get back to it as quick …

Coronavirus Outbreak: James Cameron is hopeful Avatar 2 will release on scheduled date despite lockdown
4 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: James Cameron is hopeful Avatar 2 will release on scheduled date despite lockdown

Firstpost  

James Cameron is simultaneously working on multiple sequels to Avatar with the one first scheduled to release on 17 December, 2021. Filmmaker James Cameron is optimistic that his much-anticipated sequel to his 2009 blockbuster Avatar will not be delayed by the coronavirus pandemic. Cameron told Empire Magazine that the pandemic, which has halted several productions and delayed many films in …

Avatar 2: Director James Cameron shares first look of the sequel
5 years, 2 months ago

Avatar 2: Director James Cameron shares first look of the sequel

India Today  

Avatar remained to the highest grossing film ever before Avengers: The Endgame Game took that baton from it. The tweet read, "Return to Pandora with the new @Avatar concept art @JimCameron just debuted at #CES and discover the @MercedesBenz #VISIONAVTR concept car inspired by the upcoming films." Return to Pandora with the new @Avatar concept art @JimCameron just debuted at …

Avatar 2 and 3: James Cameron isn’t sure whether the world wants his sequels
5 years, 6 months ago

Avatar 2 and 3: James Cameron isn’t sure whether the world wants his sequels

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy James Cameron has expressed a worry that his Avatar sequels might …

Avatar 2 release date delayed by Disney because of new Star Wars trilogy
5 years, 10 months ago

Avatar 2 release date delayed by Disney because of new Star Wars trilogy

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Avatar 2, which was originally slated to be the big December release in 2020, has …

Vin Diesel joins Zoe Saldana, Sam Worthington, Kate Winslet in James Cameron's Avatar sequels
5 years, 11 months ago

Vin Diesel joins Zoe Saldana, Sam Worthington, Kate Winslet in James Cameron's Avatar sequels

Firstpost  

In an Instagram video, Vin Diesel and James Cameron have announced that the former has joined the star-studded cast of Avatar sequels Vin Diesel has announced on Instagram that he has joined the star-studded cast of Avatar sequels. In a video that seems to have been filmed on the sets of Avatar films _,_ Diesel appeared alongside James Cameron, who …

Avatar 2 and 3 production 'COMPLETES' 10 years after original film
6 years, 2 months ago

Avatar 2 and 3 production 'COMPLETES' 10 years after original film

Daily Mail  

It was the ground-breaking science-fiction epic that broke all box office records in 2009, with four sequels announced back in 2017. Comeback: The wait for the hotly-anticipated sequels to Avatar is coming to an end, with production said to be finally complete on the second and third instalments, reports The Independent This comes almost two years after Avatar 2, 3, …

James Cameron compares Avatar sequels to The Godfather saga, says 100 days shooting done
6 years, 11 months ago

James Cameron compares Avatar sequels to The Godfather saga, says 100 days shooting done

Hindustan Times  

Avatar director James Cameron said he still aims to make four sequels to the 2009 science-fiction blockbuster and is moving ahead with production while regulators review the proposed sale of 21st Century Fox’s film studio to Walt Disney Co. Director James Cameron announce a long-term agreement which will bring Avatar themed lands to Disney parks as he speaks at a …

Avatar 2 first poster: James Cameron's epic represents future Pandora
7 years, 6 months ago

Avatar 2 first poster: James Cameron's epic represents future Pandora

India Today  

Avatar was one of the finest cinematic experience that anyone would wish for. It has a bunch of young actors, who are rumoured to be playing another Na'vi clan, called the Metkayina Speaking about the kids, producer Jon Landau was quoted by Entertainment Weekly as saying, "We never had this youthful element before, and that brings a different kind of …

Avatar: Oona Chaplin joins the cast for sequels, production to commence on 25 September
7 years, 9 months ago

Avatar: Oona Chaplin joins the cast for sequels, production to commence on 25 September

Firstpost  

The mega blockbuster Avatar is returning to the silver screen with a sequel, for which the production will commence on 25 September this year. Each movie’s story will come to its own conclusion… However, when looked at as a whole, the journey across all four movies will create an even larger connected epic saga for audiences around the world," said …

Avatar sequel: Production begins in September this year
7 years, 9 months ago

Avatar sequel: Production begins in September this year

Hindustan Times  

All you Avatar fans out there have reason to rejoice. After a long gap of 8 years, production on the sequel to filmmaker James Cameron’s Avatar is set to begin in September this year. Speaking at 20th Century Fox’s presentation at the annual CineEurope gathering in Barcelona, Lightstorm Entertainment’s Jon Landau said the Avatar sequel will head into production on …

Avatar 2: James Cameron addresses gap between Avatar films
7 years, 10 months ago

Avatar 2: James Cameron addresses gap between Avatar films

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Smashing box-office records in 2009, Avatar quickly became the highest-grossing film …

Avatar: Four sequels of James Cameron's film in the pipeline, one every Christmas from 2020
7 years, 11 months ago

Avatar: Four sequels of James Cameron's film in the pipeline, one every Christmas from 2020

Firstpost  

James Cameron 2009’s Avatar took ten years to make — Cameron and his team had to essentially invent new moviemaking technology on the spot, which they used to make one of the most visually mind-blowing fantasy films ever. While Avatar has been criticised plenty in the years since — and it’s not exactly cool to say you’re a fan — …

James Cameron's Avatar sequels have finally been given release dates
7 years, 11 months ago

James Cameron's Avatar sequels have finally been given release dates

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy James Cameron's Avatar sequels have finally been given release dates, after …

Avatar 2 delayed because of Avatar 3, 4 and 5, reveals James Cameron: 'This is a cadence of releases'
8 years ago

Avatar 2 delayed because of Avatar 3, 4 and 5, reveals James Cameron: 'This is a cadence of releases'

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy All was looking good for Avatar 2 - shooting was set …

Avatar 2: Filming to start now that Avatar 5 has finished being written
8 years, 1 month ago

Avatar 2: Filming to start now that Avatar 5 has finished being written

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Having been hard at work on its 'overwritten' sequels for six …

James Cameron goes big, promises to make four ‘Avatar’ sequels starting in 2018
8 years, 11 months ago

James Cameron goes big, promises to make four ‘Avatar’ sequels starting in 2018

LA Times  

Just when the CinemaCon crowd thought Fox had showed off its entire slate, chairman Jim Gianopulos said he had one more surprise in store. FULL COVERAGE: CinemaCon 2016 Cameron hasn’t made a public appearance here since 2011, as he’s been off working on his long-awaited “Avatar” sequels. “So far what I’m seeing -- the art on the walls, the stuff …

Cameron Announces 'Avatar' Sequels
14 years, 4 months ago

Cameron Announces 'Avatar' Sequels

India TV News  

Oscar winning director James Cameron who introduced audiences the world over to the enchanting world of Pandora has just given his fans another reason to rejoice. The director who has always viewed Avatar as the creation of a new world and mythology commented "It is a rare and remarkable opportunity when a filmmaker gets to build a fantasy world, and …

'Avatar' promises edge of seat special effects
15 years, 3 months ago

'Avatar' promises edge of seat special effects

The Hindu  

Hollywood director James Cameron wants to blow the audience away with adrenaline-pumping visual effects in the Rs.1,200 crore sci-fi epic “Avatar”, releasing Dec 18. Many are comparing it with India’s first 3D movie “Chhota Chetan”, but “Avatar” is notches high in technology. “Chhota Chetan” was made on 35 mm print, a technology which is now outdated while for “Avatar” Cameron …

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