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Cameron utilized revolutionary underwater performance capture technology, requiring a custom-built 900,000-gallon tank. The film won the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects .

The film faced some backlash and calls for boycotts from Indigenous communities regarding its characterizations and perceived "white savior" narrative. Film Statistics Summary Director James Cameron Running Time 192 minutes (3h 12m) Release Date December 16, 2022 (USA) Lead Cast Avatar: The Way of WaterTS

Reviews were generally positive regarding the visual spectacle and technical innovation, though many critics noted a relatively simple, predictable plot and a lengthy runtime of 3 hours and 12 minutes . Film Statistics Summary Director James Cameron Running Time

The third installment, titled Avatar: Fire and Ash , is scheduled for release in December 2025 . titled Avatar: Fire and Ash

The film is one of the most expensive ever made, with an estimated production budget between $350 million and $460 million .