Global anticipation for ‘Avatar: The Fire and the Ashes’ is reaching its peak.
With just two weeks left before its release in Korea, the movie, directed by James Cameron, is receiving explosive praise.
Foreign media and critics who attended the premiere are unanimously applauding the stunning visual feast that only the ‘Avatar’ series can offer. Comments include “a work that etches in the reason for theaters’ existence” (Variety), “an overwhelming spectacle that spends all its resources” (Scott Mendelson), “a visual masterpiece” (Bleeding Cool), and “astonishing from start to finish, the most visually overwhelming film to grace theaters in recent years” (Geeks of Color).
The expanded universe and new tribes have also drawn praise. “James Cameron has perfectly built his universe” (Screen Rant), “you’ll be incredibly immersed in Pandora’s world” (Collider), “explores Pandora more deeply, enjoying the massive expansion of the universe” (Michael J Lee), “the overwhelming presence of the Ash Tribe” (Cris Parker), and “Varang as the MVP of this installment” (Variety) are among the reactions. The character ‘Varang’ delivered an impressive performance by Oona Chaplin (Screen Rant).
Most notably, “more spectacular story than previous series” (Screen Rant), “bigger, better, and more emotionally resonant than any series” (Variety), and “the best in the ‘Avatar’ series” (Screen Rant) highlight the new epic.
The film’s massive action sequences have also garnered praise: “remarkable action sequences” (Cinema Daily US), “breathtaking battle scenes” (sagesurge), and “the best action sequences of the year” (AV Club). Audiences are eagerly anticipating scenes of unimaginable wonder in ‘Avatar: The Fire and the Ashes’. Critics have applauded its technical and sensory achievements, noting it “places audiences in a completely different world throughout its running time” (UPROXX), with praise for visuals, new characters, and technological advancements.
‘Avatar: The Fire and the Ashes’ portrays a greater crisis on Pandora, overwhelmed by fire and ash, following the death of Jake and Neytiri’s first son, Neteyam, with the emergence of the Ash Tribe led by ‘Varang’, continuing the global success of the ‘Avatar’ series, which attracted 13.62 million viewers in Korea.
It premieres worldwide in South Korea on the 17th.
Image source: Walt Disney Company Korea
