Capturing Avatar

2010 • 98 min • Documentary

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Synopsis

Capturing Avatar is a feature length behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Avatar. It uses footage from the film's development, as well as stock footage from as far back as the production of Titanic in 1995. Also included are numerous interviews with cast, artists, and other crew members. The documentary was released as a bonus feature on the extended collector's edition of Avatar.

Our family guide

Best from age 8

Movie Knight Score

111 reviews

70 Audience · 111 · 100%

Capturing Avatar takes viewers behind the scenes of the groundbreaking film, exploring its innovative technology and the passion of its creators. This documentary offers an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs of bringing Pandora to life.

Violence & peril: 0/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

No real-world violence, but discussions of challenging filmmaking processes.
Brief, mild language by crew members in interviews.

What it models well

Creativity and innovation
Perseverance and teamwork
Appreciation for nature

Talk about it after

How technology can be used to tell stories
The effort and skill involved in making movies
What makes a film truly groundbreaking

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