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The long-awaited sequel to groundbreaking movie “Avatar” won praise on Tuesday from movie critics who said they were awed again by director James Cameron’s visual artistry.
“Avatar: The Way of Water” opens in theaters on Friday, 13 years after the first film wowed audiences with pioneering 3D technology and became the highest-grossing movie of all time with $2.9 billion in ticket sales.
The sequel offers more advanced 3D images, showcasing aquatic creatures on the lush moon of Pandora.
As of Tuesday afternoon, 85% of 107 reviews collected on the Rotten Tomatoes website had applauded the new installment.
“‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ is such a screen-popping visual feast it earns the 3-hour, 12-minute running time,” said Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun-Times.
