Tag Archives: Avatar

james cameron's intent

Posted on January 17, 2010 by bkingr

let’s ask the man what he intended with Avatar. my emphasis added below. the director with his star Zoe Saldana said that  “Avatar” — with its depiction of mineral exploitation on a distant planet and a cadre of trigger-happy mercenaries … Continue reading →

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Avatar's aftermath

Posted on January 13, 2010 by bkingr

check out this CNN article.  Seriously.  Go read it. (CNN) — James Cameron’s completely immersive spectacle “Avatar” may have been a little too real for some fans who say they have experienced depression and suicidal thoughts after seeing the film … Continue reading →

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Man is homo religiosus

Posted on December 30, 2009 by bkingr

or as I keep saying, “you don’t replace something with nothing.” the blue people movie is more evidence that in our modern culture spirituality is fine, but Christianity or other specific organized religion is off-limits. Jonah has an interesting piece … Continue reading →

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more AVATAR

Posted on December 26, 2009 by bkingr

this is a great read and a fun take on the new smurf native movie. Takes down radical earth loving environmentalists along the way. In Avatar, James Cameron has created a world that justifies the smug arrogance and bitter alienation … Continue reading →

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AVATAR

Posted on December 19, 2009 by bkingr

Dr. Russell Moore saw it. I was watching his twitter stream (@drmoore) yesterday evening and saw this (oldest ones at the bottom): I didn’t cheer, by the way. Too much Merle Haggard in my blood, I guess. Like to see … Continue reading →

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