I've seen Avatar some days ago (yes, I'm late with it), and I like what I saw. I agree that the story isn't really original or special, they have love, action, exploration and excuses for wonderful imagery, which they used a lot. But then, it's not the first successful movie without a really convincing story. Anyone remembers "Jurassic Park"?

Visually, this movie is groundbreaking. I've seen it in 3D, and I'm happy I did - it'n no cheap effect here, the third dimension helps to bring the story over and is great eye candy at the same time.

A ship in port is safe; but that is not what ships are built for.
Sail out to sea and do new things.
-"Amazing Grace" Hopper

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