I See You

Hey, so nothing says 'Merry Christmas' like a movie review, right?

A few days ago three of the Fantastic Four (All I can really ask for these days.) went to see the much hyped Avatar.

Let's see, how best to review this movie.

Avatar =

(Lord of the Rings- the ring) + (Independence Day- Will Smith)

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           (Dances With Wolves + the colour blue)

So you've probably guessed, yes, the movie is quite similar to many movies that all of us have watched. But I think over all I would have to give it a thumb sideways.

Three Good Things About This Movie:
1. I've got to admit, the 3-D is pretty amazing.

2. Visually pretty spectacular. Maybe it is all computer made CGI, but it looks and feels pretty realistic.

3. I might have not so quietly applauded for the main characters longer non-buzz cut hair. (Jenny enjoyed the beard.)

Three Not So Good Things About This Movie:
1.WAY long! I'm sorry, but three hours is just a little too long to sit in a theatre.

2. Jenny and I proudly figured out the whole movie about half an hour in.

3. The “message” of the movie does try and hit you pretty hard. Don’t be racist! Respect the Earth! I got it; you don’t need to keep hitting me over the head with it.

The movie isn't that bad, I've seen worse. So maybe if you have some extra cash and are looking for something to do before 2009 slips away, give Avatar a try.
 
An honest merriest of Christmas to all of you.
 
As Always,