Avatar : Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment – Blu-ray/DVD Edition
Review by JAM
The biggest movie ever makes its way on DVD and Blu-ray as James Cameron’s Avatar hits the shelves much like it did the movie screens, like a whirlwind. The biggest movie in history on the movie screen has also become a smash hit on Blu-ray and DVD. So much so in fact, that this reviewer had to wait for the second wave of review copies. Is it worth the wait? Considering I did not see it on the big screen (worrying it was too much hype), the wait was worth it! The visuals and movie itself is an amazing cinematic wonder with amazing concepts and a whole new world to escape to.
Corporal Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) is given a second chance at a new life free of the fetters of his broken body. Sick of doctors telling him what he could not do, he joined the Avatar program in place of his brother unfortunately due to the death of his brother. Joining the science expedition headed by Dr. Grace Augustine (Sigourney Weaver) to learn more and assimilate with the Na’vi, natives of Pandora, while also being drafted as a spy by Colonel Quaritch (Stephen Lang) who is working on a native removal plans for the RDA Corporation headed by Parker Selfridge (Giovanni Ribisi). The goal of the RDA Corporation and their interest in Pandora are all about the Unobtanium, a resource which would solve issues on Earth and make the corporation a ton of money.
Neytiri (Zoe Saldana), the chieftain’s daughter is drafted into teaching Jake about her culture and life against her will, much as her original reason for saving his life. The Tree of Souls showed Jake to be strong of heart and with a strong future ahead of him. Jake truly begins to fulfill this destiny as he finds his heart leading him to the defense of the Na’vi rather than the destruction/relocation of them.
JAMS Ink on Avatar
Years of preparation, a newly designed planet, flora and fauna of all kinds invented, and a race of overly large blue people were all put together, making a product that became the biggest movie in history, which means it had a whole lot to live up to for me. I almost became more interested in whether the movie was worthy of the hype more than I did whether the movie was any good until I actually watched it. And truth be told, it is a really good movie, beautifully done. I do not know if I would put it in my Top Ten, but I do truly appreciate the beauty and wonder that James Cameron was going for when he designed the planet of Pandora.
I think the design of the movie was the best part, showcasing a mind that could bring a world together from the earth, to the air, and to the sky while showing connections between nature and those living in it. My personal favorites within the movie were the creatures of flight (which led to breathtaking aerial scenes) and the flora (it is really hard for me to admit that I found the plant life fascinating, but I truly did). The design of the movie reminded me of what Peter Jackson did for the Middle Earth saga with the amazing scenery, weaponry, racial characteristics, and languages.
Though the story seemed somewhat derivative of many movies we have seen before, the approach of a man losing his way and finding it in a way he never would have expected was done well in Avatar. Jake Sully was actually a likeable character and the way he began to realize what life still held for him was controlled and real. The joy he experienced when first connected to his avatar was palpable and energetic as he ran to feel the wind, ground, and sunshine on his feet.
An important thing to remember is that the best selling Blu-ray of all time will most likely need an update for your Blu-ray player. After spending part of the day messing around with the new Blu-ray player for our reviews here, I remembered an article that had talked about a number of people returning players back because they did not have internet connections to update the players as was needed in order to watch this movie, so remember this!
Avatar is for the science fiction fan in all of us, the person who watches in awe as explosions and amazing graphics come across our screen, or for the sensitive people looking for a story of overcoming adversity and finding redemption and love. So I guess that means it is pretty much for anyone. Give Avatar a chance, you will not be sorry.
EXTRAS
The easiest extras review I have ever had to do. There are none. The set is a bare bones movie only set, with the rumored release of a new bells and whistles edition in November of this year.
Avatar from Twentieth Century Fox appeared on shelves on Blu-ray and DVD on Earth Day, April 22, 2010. You might be able to find one now, so take a look and see what all the hype was about.
Remember check out this review and more from JAM at www.hollywoodteenzine.com for teens and tweens, and at www.jammoviereviews.blogspot.com for movies of all genres and ages.
Review by JAM
The biggest movie ever makes its way on DVD and Blu-ray as James Cameron’s Avatar hits the shelves much like it did the movie screens, like a whirlwind. The biggest movie in history on the movie screen has also become a smash hit on Blu-ray and DVD. So much so in fact, that this reviewer had to wait for the second wave of review copies. Is it worth the wait? Considering I did not see it on the big screen (worrying it was too much hype), the wait was worth it! The visuals and movie itself is an amazing cinematic wonder with amazing concepts and a whole new world to escape to.
Corporal Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) is given a second chance at a new life free of the fetters of his broken body. Sick of doctors telling him what he could not do, he joined the Avatar program in place of his brother unfortunately due to the death of his brother. Joining the science expedition headed by Dr. Grace Augustine (Sigourney Weaver) to learn more and assimilate with the Na’vi, natives of Pandora, while also being drafted as a spy by Colonel Quaritch (Stephen Lang) who is working on a native removal plans for the RDA Corporation headed by Parker Selfridge (Giovanni Ribisi). The goal of the RDA Corporation and their interest in Pandora are all about the Unobtanium, a resource which would solve issues on Earth and make the corporation a ton of money.
Neytiri (Zoe Saldana), the chieftain’s daughter is drafted into teaching Jake about her culture and life against her will, much as her original reason for saving his life. The Tree of Souls showed Jake to be strong of heart and with a strong future ahead of him. Jake truly begins to fulfill this destiny as he finds his heart leading him to the defense of the Na’vi rather than the destruction/relocation of them.
JAMS Ink on Avatar
Years of preparation, a newly designed planet, flora and fauna of all kinds invented, and a race of overly large blue people were all put together, making a product that became the biggest movie in history, which means it had a whole lot to live up to for me. I almost became more interested in whether the movie was worthy of the hype more than I did whether the movie was any good until I actually watched it. And truth be told, it is a really good movie, beautifully done. I do not know if I would put it in my Top Ten, but I do truly appreciate the beauty and wonder that James Cameron was going for when he designed the planet of Pandora.
I think the design of the movie was the best part, showcasing a mind that could bring a world together from the earth, to the air, and to the sky while showing connections between nature and those living in it. My personal favorites within the movie were the creatures of flight (which led to breathtaking aerial scenes) and the flora (it is really hard for me to admit that I found the plant life fascinating, but I truly did). The design of the movie reminded me of what Peter Jackson did for the Middle Earth saga with the amazing scenery, weaponry, racial characteristics, and languages.
Though the story seemed somewhat derivative of many movies we have seen before, the approach of a man losing his way and finding it in a way he never would have expected was done well in Avatar. Jake Sully was actually a likeable character and the way he began to realize what life still held for him was controlled and real. The joy he experienced when first connected to his avatar was palpable and energetic as he ran to feel the wind, ground, and sunshine on his feet.
An important thing to remember is that the best selling Blu-ray of all time will most likely need an update for your Blu-ray player. After spending part of the day messing around with the new Blu-ray player for our reviews here, I remembered an article that had talked about a number of people returning players back because they did not have internet connections to update the players as was needed in order to watch this movie, so remember this!
Avatar is for the science fiction fan in all of us, the person who watches in awe as explosions and amazing graphics come across our screen, or for the sensitive people looking for a story of overcoming adversity and finding redemption and love. So I guess that means it is pretty much for anyone. Give Avatar a chance, you will not be sorry.
EXTRAS
The easiest extras review I have ever had to do. There are none. The set is a bare bones movie only set, with the rumored release of a new bells and whistles edition in November of this year.
Avatar from Twentieth Century Fox appeared on shelves on Blu-ray and DVD on Earth Day, April 22, 2010. You might be able to find one now, so take a look and see what all the hype was about.
Remember check out this review and more from JAM at www.hollywoodteenzine.com for teens and tweens, and at www.jammoviereviews.blogspot.com for movies of all genres and ages.
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