James Cameron and Rajamouli Discuss Avatar’s Cinematic Legacy
The two visionary directors spoke candidly about the nuances of large-scale storytelling, their individual creative processes
A global cinematic moment was created when filmmaking titans James Cameron and SS Rajamouli came together to discuss the world’s biggest franchise, Avatar, and its upcoming instalment, Avatar: Fire and Ash.
The two visionary directors spoke candidly about the nuances of large-scale storytelling, their individual creative processes, and the shared nervousness that accompanies the release of a film of such magnitude. Their conversation offered a rare insight into the mindset of filmmakers who continue to redefine the boundaries of cinema on a global stage.
Reflecting on his experience of watching Avatar: Fire and Ash, SS Rajamouli described feeling “like a child in the theatre”, praising James Cameron’s ability to continuously evolve cinematic spectacle while keeping emotion at the heart of storytelling. He also shared that Avatar ran for a year in IMAX theatres in Hyderabad, highlighting how the franchise remains a benchmark for immersive big-screen experiences.
James Cameron, in turn, expressed his admiration for SS Rajamouli’s cinematic vision and shared his desire to visit the Indian auteur’s film set.
Avatar: Fire and Ash from 20th Century Studios is set to release in India on December 19 in six languages.