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2009: AVATAR, the Ride
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Director James Cameron blew the budget on 2009's "Avatar," betting that film's ambitious visual spectacle would equate to big box office rewards. He was right, as the film went on to not only become the most profitable blockbuster of all time, but also earn nine Oscar nods, including a win for Best Visual Effects and a nomination for Best Picture.
In this episode, Mike and Brian discuss the technical and narrative devices that contributed to the film's success and whether or not those tools hold up 13 years later. They explore the need for depth in movies designed to be experienced like theme park rides, the setpieces that stuck with them most and whether the movie is worthy of making their top-five lists of the year.
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130 episoder
Manage episode 350739790 series 2865408
Director James Cameron blew the budget on 2009's "Avatar," betting that film's ambitious visual spectacle would equate to big box office rewards. He was right, as the film went on to not only become the most profitable blockbuster of all time, but also earn nine Oscar nods, including a win for Best Visual Effects and a nomination for Best Picture.
In this episode, Mike and Brian discuss the technical and narrative devices that contributed to the film's success and whether or not those tools hold up 13 years later. They explore the need for depth in movies designed to be experienced like theme park rides, the setpieces that stuck with them most and whether the movie is worthy of making their top-five lists of the year.
Want to choose an movie for a future episode? BECOME A PATRON.
Agree or disagree with our takes? EMAIL bestpicturethis@gmail.com.
130 episoder
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