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GMA Network
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' introduces the Ash People in epic trailer
After introducing the Metkayina clan in "Avatar: The Way of Water," the direct sequel "Avatar: Fire and Ash" puts the spotlight on the Ash People. In the epic trailer for the third installment of the 'Avatar' film franchise, the Sully family join forces with the Metkayina clan and grieve Neteyam's death. They encounter a new Na'vi tribe, the Ash People, led by Varang (Oona Chaplin). The Ash People have allied with Jake Sully's (Sam Worthington) enemy since the first film, Colonel Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang). Varang burns down Pandora's forest and says in the trailer, 'Your goddess has no dominion here.' More cast members include Zoe Saldaña as Neytiri, Sigourney Weaver as Kiri, Kate Winslet as Ronal, Cliff Curtis as Tonowari, Britain Dalton as Loak, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss as Tuk, Jack Champion as Spider, and Bailey Bass as Reya. 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' premieres on December 19. —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
James Cameron wants to explore Avatar character backstories and moments between movies with an animated anthology series, and maybe even an animated film: "You could go anywhere you want"
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Avatar director James Cameron wants to make an animated anthology series that fills in some of the gaps between the franchise's movies, and he's already pitched it to Disney. "I said, 'Look, I want to do an animated anthology series that's essentially in the world, but stories that you wouldn't have expected from that world'", Cameron told Empire. "There might even be an animated feature in there – it might be a feature for streaming, or a theatrical feature." He continued, "A good early example is The Animatrix, where they went afield in the Matrix world. These are all great examples for how we can add texture and baroque detail to the world of Avatar." The first Avatar movie was released in 2009 and a sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, followed in 2022. The series is set on the fictional moon of Pandora, inhabited by the Na'vi, which is being mined for a valuable mineral by human colonizers in order to fuel a dying planet Earth. Sam Worthington stars as Jake Sully, a human who chooses to permanently stay in his Na'vi avatar after falling in love with the Na'vi princess Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the pair are raising a family in The Way of Water. Cameron said the animated stories could deliver "backstory on characters and tangential stuff that happened off-camera within the movies. Who first landed on Pandora? The first expedition. You could go anywhere you want." "We haven't done much with that yet," he added. "We're still gathering our stories and that sort of thing, and I've got to find the boutique filmmakers, the animators, that want to do it." Avatar 3, officially titled Avatar: Fire and Ash, is on the way, which sees Jake and Neytiri face new obstacles after settling with the coastal-dwelling Metkayina clan: the Ash People, an aggressive Na'vi tribe led by Varang (Oona Chaplin) – and allied with Colonel Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang). Avatar: Fire and Ash arrives in theaters on December 19. In the meantime, check out our guide to this year's other biggest upcoming movies. Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Avatar' universe to expand with animated spin-off? James Cameron drops major hint
James Cameron hinted that he might create an animated Avatar movie or spin-off series. In addition to completing the next installment of the sci-fi franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash, the 70-year-old director has now disclosed that he made a pitch to Disney for an animated spin-off series or movie. "I said, 'Look, I want to do an animated anthology series that's essentially in the world, but stories that you wouldn't have expected from that world," he explained in an interview with Empire magazine. 'There might even be an animated feature in there—it might be a feature for streaming or a theatrical feature." The director of Terminator also mentioned that this Avatar project would be similar to The Animatrix, the animated anthology spin-off film from the Matrix series. 'A good early example is The Animatrix, where they went afield in the Matrix world," he stated. "These are all great examples for how we can add texture and baroque detail to the world of Avatar." "Backstory on characters and tangential stuff that happened off-camera within the movies" is what Cameron hopes the animated Avatar series will provide. 'Who first landed on Pandora?' he added. the initial expedition. "The first expedition. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Elegant New Scooters For Seniors In 2024: The Prices May Surprise You Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Learn More Undo by Taboola by Taboola You could go anywhere you want." Nevertheless, the Titanic director acknowledged that the project was still in its early stages. "We haven't done much with that yet," he stated. "We're still gathering our stories and that sort of thing, and I've got to find the boutique filmmakers, the animators, that want to do it." The events of 2022's The Way of Water will be picked up in Avatar: Fire and Ash, which will follow Na'vi Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Neytiri (Zoe Saldana), and their family as they confront an enormous new threat from the fire-wielding "Ash People" tribe led by Varang (Oona Chaplin), sparking conflict on a chaotic Pandora. Alliances with the Metkayina clan will put their determination, survival, and faith to the test as grief and old rivals reappear. Sigourney Weaver's Kiri and Kate Winslet's Ronal will also make a comeback in Avatar: Fire and Ash, which is scheduled to be released on December 19, 2025. Avatar: Fire and Ash's first trailer, which premiered before The Fantastic Four: First Steps, transports viewers back to Pandora's flaming core. The Ash People, also known as the Mangkwan Clan and led by the terrifying Varang (Chaplin), pose an awful new threat to the Na'vi. With echoes of lying and spiritual struggle, scenes refer to an internal Na'vi civil war, as Varang tells Kiri, "Your goddess has no dominion here." As alliances become hazy and old enemies reappear, the stakes are further raised in the film by the appearance of Colonel Quaritch (Stephen Lang) in a Na'vi body. In the meantime, Neytiri (Saldana) and her kids, along with Jake Sully's (Worthington) family, are on the verge of war. A darker, more elemental chapter in the saga is teased at by the stunning new visuals, which include broad aerial and aquatic battle sequences, flying creatures, and severe volcanic landscapes. The trailer, which is emotionally stirring and visually stunning, foreshadows an epic scale of conflict and character development on Pandora.
News18
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Avatar To Get An Animated Spin-Off? James Cameron Says ‘We're Still Gathering…'
Published By : Bang Showbiz With Avatar: Fire and Ash due to hit screens later this year, director James Cameron has revealed he is hoping to make an animated Avatar series or movie. James Cameron has teased he might make an animated Avatar spin-off series or movie. The 70-year-old director is currently finishing off the sci-fi franchise's next instalment Avatar: Fire and Ash, and Cameron has now revealed he pitched an animated spin-off series or film to Disney. Speaking with Empire magazine, he explained: 'I said, 'Look, I want to do an animated anthology series that's essentially in the world, but stories that you wouldn't have expected from that world. 'There might even be an animated feature in there — it might be a feature for streaming, or a theatrical feature." The Terminator filmmaker added this Avatar project would be akin to that of The Animatrix – which was the animated anthology spin-off movie of The Matrix franchise. He said: 'A good early example is The Animatrix, where they went afield in the Matrix world. 'These are all great examples for how we can add texture and baroque detail to the world of Avatar." Cameron hopes the animated Avatar series will deliver 'backstory on characters and tangential stuff that happened off-camera within the movies". He added: 'Who first landed on Pandora? The first expedition. You could go anywhere you want." Even so, the Titanic director admitted it was still early days for the project. He said: 'We haven't done much with that yet. 'We're still gathering our stories and that sort of thing, and I've got to find the boutique filmmakers, the animators, that want to do it." Avatar: Fire and Ash will pick up after the events of 2022's The Way of Water, and follow Na'vi Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) and their family as they face a fierce new threat from the fire‑wielding 'Ash People' tribe led by Varang (Oona Chaplin) – reigniting conflict on a turbulent Pandora. As grief and old enemies resurface, alliances with the Metkayina clan will test their strength, faith, and survival. Avatar: Fire and Ash – which is slated to hit screens on December 19, 2025 – will also see the return of Sigourney Weaver's Kiri and Kate Winslet's Ronal. In the first trailer for Avatar: Fire and Ash – which was released ahead of The Fantastic Four: First Steps – audiences are plunged back into the fiery heart of Pandora. The Na'vi face a chilling new threat in the form of the Ash People, also called the Mangkwan Clan, commanded by the formidable leader Varang (Chaplin). Scenes hint at an internal Na'vi civil war, with echoes of betrayal and spiritual conflict as Varang declares to Kiri: 'Your goddess has no dominion here". The movie also sees the return of Colonel Quaritch (Stephen Lang) in a Na'vi body, raising the stakes further as alliances blur and old enemies resurface. Meanwhile, Jake Sully's (Worthington) family, including Neytiri (Saldana) and their children, stand on the brink of war. Stunning new visuals feature dramatic volcanic landscapes, flying creatures, and expansive aerial and aquatic combat sequences – all pointing to a darker, more elemental chapter in the saga. Visually dazzling and emotionally charged, the trailer teases an epic scale of conflict and character evolution on Pandora. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
James Cameron drops the new Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer; leaves internet divided
After years of silence from Pandora, James Cameron is back! The first trailer for Avatar: Fire and Ash has finally dropped, and fans are divided between awe and skepticism. Slated for a December 19, 2025 release, this third installment picks up after The Way of Water and introduces a fearsome new tribe: the Ash People. Stills from Avatar: Fire and Ash Unveiled at the 2024 D23 Expo by Cameron himself, the trailer reveals a dark, soot-covered Na'vi clan dancing around a blazing fire pit. Oona Chaplin plays Varang, their powerful leader, who appears to have control over fire. She's seen forming a fiery alliance with Quaritch (Stephen Lang), while ominously declaring, 'Your goddess has no dominion here.' Same world, new war In true Avatar fashion, Fire and Ash is once again a visually stunning expansion of the world of Pandora. Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Metkayina join forces to fight Varang's fiery uprising, setting the stage for what looks like Cameron's most explosive chapter yet. The returning cast includes familiar names like Sigourney Weaver, Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, and Edie Falco, while Michelle Yeoh and David Thewlis are fresh additions. Initially conceived as one film with The Way of Water, Fire and Ash eventually split into its own feature as the story evolved. At D23, Cameron teased, 'There are new characters, one especially I think you're gonna love, or love to hate.' What fans are saying The internet, of course, wasted no time reacting. Some fans were immediately spellbound by the visuals: 'Every frame in Avatar: Fire and Ash looks like a painting… CINEMA IS BACKKK.' One more comment read, 'This looks amazing! Thank you for bringing back a simple, fun family story to American entertainment James.' Another said, 'I'M CALLING IT NOW, THIS IS GONNA BE MOVIE OF THE YEAR.' Others were impressed, but cautiously hopeful: 'If this isn't a 3h or longer movie I honestly don't think this movie will have enough time to do it justice.' One more said, 'These movies, if nothing else, are an absolute visual feast. From the CGI, to the colours, to the cinematography it all looks amazing.' But not everyone was sold. Critics took to social media with their doubts — and memes: 'I distinctly remember falling asleep in the cinema in 2009 during the chronically underwritten 'original'. Hard pass, though never slept better.' One more comment said, 'He used Papyrus in bold again and got away with it.' Another comment claimed, 'I don't think the original should've gotten any sequels at all. It all just blends together eventually with one slightly different color of blue person added to show differentiating factions.' Despite the polarising reactions, Fire and Ash has sparked exactly what Cameron's team intended: curiosity, conversation, and more questions than answers. With a darker tone, elemental warfare, and a fierce new Na'vi faction, Avatar is once again challenging viewers to pick a side, and brace for impact.
