Moviegoers are scratching their heads over the lack of buzz from critics about Avatar 3, even though early screenings have happened. The third film, called Avatar: Fire and Ash, had its big world premiere at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre just days ago, with top critics and journalists there watching it on the big screen. Yet, for regular fans waiting to buy tickets, things feel oddly quiet.
Normally, after a premiere like this for a James Cameron blockbuster, social media explodes with reviews and scores from sites like Rotten Tomatoes. People expect quick takes from trusted voices to help decide if it’s worth the trip to the theater. But right now, that usual flood of opinions is missing. Fans online are posting questions like, “Where are the critic reviews for Avatar 3?” and sharing worries that the silence means trouble ahead.
One reason for the worry is the high bar set by the first two Avatar movies. The originals wowed everyone with their stunning visuals and Pandora world-building, pulling in billions at the box office. Avatar: Fire and Ash promises even bigger action, new tribes, and deeper emotions, as some early posts hint. For example, Jazz Tangcay from Variety called it a “staggering achievement of moviemaking” with “gorgeous visuals” and “thrilling new characters.” You can read more about those first reactions here. Courtney Howard agreed, saying it’s “what movie theaters were built for” and that Cameron “still has the sauce” after three films.
Other critics chimed in too. Sean Tajipour noted it’s “bold, immersive, unforgettable,” even if he’s not a huge Avatar fan. Perri Nemiroff from Collider felt pulled right back into Pandora, calling the movies “magical” with more complexity each time. And Michael Lee praised the “huge visual spectacle” and world-building with new tribes, though he mentioned the story might feel a bit thin. Details on these reactions are available here.
So why the quiet spell? It could be simple timing. The movie hits theaters on December 19, and critics often hold back full reviews until closer to release to follow embargo rules set by studios. Those first social media blurbs are just teasers, not the deep dives fans crave. Plus, with the date so near, sites might be waiting to drop everything at once for maximum impact.
Still, the gap between elite premiere reactions and everyday moviegoer access fuels doubts. Some fans fear the praise is just polite hype from insiders, or that story issues like a “lacking” plot could drag it down. Others point to past blockbusters where early silence hid bigger problems. In a world of instant opinions, this wait feels endless, leaving theater fans nervous about whether Fire and Ash will light up screens or fizzle out.
Sources
https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/hollywood/avatar-fire-and-ash-first-reactions-hail-james-cameron-staggering-filmmaking-sam-worthington-pandora-navi-101764746071713.html
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