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[GeneticJen]

[Gawdzilla Sama]

Anthropology time. How many different cultures did you spot being "borrowed" for the Na'Vi?

[Drewish]

Anthropology time. How many different cultures did you spot being "borrowed" for the Na'Vi?

From the real world or previous fiction? because it was pretty much somewhere in between Native American culture and Dinotopia from my perspective (well plus the hair thing and all that comes with it.)

[Gawdzilla Sama]

Anthropology time. How many different cultures did you spot being "borrowed" for the Na'Vi?

From the real world or previous fiction? because it was pretty much somewhere in between Native American culture and Dinotopia from my perspective (well plus the hair thing and all that comes with it.)

There were Native American "items" to the culture, but others as well. I spotted some Swahili in there. The "yipping" was Souix, I think.

[aznxscorpion517]

I finally saw it after not making it into the pre-screening. I saw it in IMAX 3D. I was disappointed the theatre didn't fill the IMAX screen with the frame of the film (not because of the aspect ratio but because the sides of the IMAX screen were still empty) but it was still a good experience. I wasn't impressed with the story but it was told well. Of course, the visuals were impressive though and I overall enjoyed the film.

*SPOILER ALERT*

Trigger Warning!!!1! :

I was initially disappointed (though not surprised) with the diety stuff until Grace said there was a biological explanation for it, which I guess means it's not a diety although the Na'vi worshipped it as if it were. Then again, Grace says supposedly sees this deity or something as she dies so I'm not sure how that is supposed to go.

*END SPOILERS*

[tattuchu]

Just came back from seeing it
I thought the story was somewhat cliche-ridden. There were several points where I winced at the dialogue. I was like, "Nooo, please tell me they didn't just say that " Also, I wasn't convinced by the relationship of the main characters. I mean, it's obvious why our hero would fall for the native woman. But why would she fall for him?
Overall, though, I enjoyed the film immensely despite its minor flaws. It was, what, three hours long? Didn't seem like it, though. Kept my interest the whole time, and I wouldn't have minded if it were even longer. It was visually stunning, and so rich in detail. And I cried like half a dozen times Also, how old is Sigourney Weaver? She looks amazing What a wonderful surprise, too. I really love her, and I had no idea she'd be in the film.

[Gawdzilla Sama]

Just came back from seeing it
I thought the story was somewhat cliche-ridden. There were several points where I winced at the dialogue. I was like, "Nooo, please tell me they didn't just say that " Also, I wasn't convinced by the relationship of the main characters. I mean, it's obvious why our hero would fall for the native woman. But why would she fall for him?
Overall, though, I enjoyed the film immensely despite its minor flaws. It was, what, three hours long? Didn't seem like it, though. Kept my interest the whole time, and I wouldn't have minded if it were even longer. It was visually stunning, and so rich in detail. And I cried like half a dozen times Also, how old is Sigourney Weaver? She looks amazing What a wonderful surprise, too. I really love her, and I had no idea she'd be in the film.

It's 163 minutes. I lost five pounds watching it.

[tattuchu]

It's 163 minutes. I lost five pounds watching it.

[tattuchu]

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

[Animavore]

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

Haven't seen it but it's highly doubtful I will cry. Facepalm during the mushy scenes maybe but never cry.

[Gawdzilla Sama]

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

Once, I think, for me. During the flying scene.

[tattuchu]

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

Haven't seen it but it's highly doubtful I will cry. Facepalm during the mushy scenes maybe but never cry.

I cry a lot during movies I must be the sensitive type

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

Once, I think, for me. During the flying scene.

I don't remember which scene did it first for me. But once I started, the waterworks never really stopped.

[Animavore]

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

Haven't seen it but it's highly doubtful I will cry. Facepalm during the mushy scenes maybe but never cry.

I cry a lot during movies I must be the sensitive type

I laughed when Bambi's mother was shot. That's just the type of guy I am.

[tattuchu]

I laughed when Bambi's mother was shot. That's just the type of guy I am.

Funny thing is, I rarely cry in response to real life stuff. But during movies...forget it

[Gawdzilla Sama]

How many times did the rest of you lot cry while watching this film? I think it was about six times for me. Do I win?

Haven't seen it but it's highly doubtful I will cry. Facepalm during the mushy scenes maybe but never cry.

I cry a lot during movies I must be the sensitive type

I laughed when Bambi's mother was shot. That's just the type of guy I am.

If that's what you want us to believe.