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Originally Posted by Got Miikka?
I wasn't condemning the preview screener for lacking story, just saying that because there wasn't much story that came through in the scenes we were shown, I couldn't really comment on that aspect of it.
This was an interesting move by Fox - did it work? IMO, not sure if it is building the kind of buzz that was maybe hoped for... this and the other Avatar thread on CP have barely garnered 20 responses from a messageboard that thrives on event films like this. Although it is early yet - could just need a bit more time to gather steam.
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Oh, I completely understand that, I didn't mean to try to counter what you said. I was just suggesting the reason for the lack of story in the preview.
In terms of hype it is odd. This is considered a film that is very hyped and very anticipated but apparently not as much by this community... or maybe they are just too awed to say anything.
Anyway, I think that the goal for the screening was to show off the technology a bit. Try to get people excited. It is unfortunate if they fell short of that. I truly hope this movie does well.
The budget ended up as $237 million. I hope it can recoup that and make some money.
The last attempt to make a very photo realistic type of film was Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within which failed miserably, making only $32 million at the domestic box office.
James Cameron brings an interesting element though as he has an excellent resume.