A Review of Avatar: The Way of Water

Cayetano AlmodovarMay 30, 2024Crisis & ChangeMedia
A Review of Avatar: The Way of Water

Avatar: The Way Of Water is a 2022 sequel to the 2009 film Avatar.

This film is directed by James Cameron, director of Titanic and the first Avatar, among others. It has received many nominations and won several awards, including the Oscar for Best Visual Effects. The film is intended for anyone over 12 years old.

Avatar: The Way of Water explores themes of crisis and environmental change through its narrative set on the planet Pandora. The movie stars well-known actors, such as Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Cliff Curtis, and Michelle Rodriguez, among others. In my opinion they all play their roles very well, and the dialogues are also very good (this is also thanks to the director). The plot is somewhat basic but entertaining. On one hand, there is a family trying to do everything possible to survive when they have to leave their home. On the other, there is the typical spiteful character obsessed with destroying the protagonists. In my opinion, it is a common plot but one that can be enjoyed with these actors.

The soundtrack has very good music. There is a lot of music in the film, which transports you to the setting of the movie. It is composed by Simon Franglen, who previously composed with Cameron and James Horner the music of Titanic and Avatar. In this film part of Horner's soundtrack from the first Avatar film is reused. The soundtrack also includes songs by Zoe Saldaña and famous singer The Weeknd. In my opinion, this movie has one of the best soundtracks.

Avatar: The Way Of Water is an impressive visual spectacle. The film uses technological innovations in the field of visual effects, such as underwater motion capture, a stunning combination of 3D cameras, a new set of simulation tools for fire and water effects, and a muscle animation system. It is no wonder that it won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects.

The film shows how the excessive exploitation of natural resources and the lack of respect for ecological balance can lead to devastating consequences for the environment and the species that inhabit it. In addition, it highlights the importance of our connection with nature and the value of protecting and preserving ecosystems to guarantee a sustainable future. Through its story, the film addresses the urgent need to confront environmental challenges and promotes a message of responsibility and care toward our natural environment.

In my opinion, this film deserves a rating of four stars out of five. The film is an impressive technical achievement, the performances are quite good, and the soundtrack is impressive. However, the plot will feel familiar to everyone and, at over three hours, the movie can feel long for many people. In conclusion, the film offers a unique cinematographic experience.

Cayetano Almodovar is a 15-year-old from Madrid, Spain, who enjoys football, video games, and reading.