With the buzz surrounding James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash, the director of the acclaimed series is ready to shake things up a bit. While his journey with the blue-skinned Na’vi may have captivated audiences, there’s more on Cameron’s canvas than just these colorful aliens.
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he mentioned that despite his plans for five installments of Avatar, the fate of Fire and Ash might rest on its performance at the box office. Sigourney Weaver chimed in, describing the upcoming films as “so amazing,” but Cameron cautioned that Fire and Ash could be his last if it doesn’t do well.
“This can be the last one,” Cameron said candidly. “There’s only one unanswered question in the story. We might discover that the cinematic experience has changed, or maybe it will prove that it’s just as powerful as ever—but only for certain films. It feels like a coin toss.”
What does James Cameron want next after Avatar?
When asked what outcome he prefers, Cameron turned the tables, pondering whether he would prefer a massive success that demands more of his time or just enough of a failure to pivot to other projects. “I’ve got other stories to tell,” he remarked. “But I won’t be locked into making only Avatar for years.”
What projects are in the works for James Cameron?
Looking at his immediate plans, Cameron has a 3D Billie Eilish concert documentary titled Hit Me Hard and Soft coming soon. He also aims to revive his project, Ghost of Hiroshima, which has been lingering in development. While these are exciting, Cameron is also ready to revisit his roots with the Terminator franchise.
Is Arnold Schwarzenegger returning for the new Terminator?
“Once Avatar is settled, I’ll dive into Terminator,” Cameron shared. However, he made it clear that Arnold Schwarzenegger will not be a part of this new vision. “It’s time for a new generation of characters,” he said. “I want to explore ideas of time war and super intelligence without relying on nostalgic callbacks. There’s a wealth of new territory to cover.”
Interestingly, Cameron responded to critiques regarding his focus on Avatar over the years, calling out the notion that it’s a waste of his talents. “I feel fulfilled as an artist, and this is my choice,” he asserted. “When those critics become filmmakers, they can make their own choices.”
Avatar: Fire and Ash is set to hit theaters and IMAX on December 19. It’ll be interesting to see where this journey leads Cameron next. Will we be captivated by more Na’vi stories, or will he steer us toward fresh and adventurous narratives?
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