scriptment by James Cameron
Cameron was planning on doing this story of genetically altered life forms immediately after Titanic. He actually had 200 page scriptment written at that point, but it was put aside for a while.
Years later, Cameron’s mysterious Project 880 turned out to be Avatar after all. (This wasn’t surprising, since Lightstorm Entertainment asked us internet folks to stop hosting the Avatar materials online.)
Confused? See the Joblo story here.
Ain’t it Cool has a synopsis of the scriptment here.
There’s a neat run-down of creatures, locations, and crafts at AvatarMovieZone.com
Hi, I’m the webmaster for this site, I just wanted to give the proper URL, which is http://www.AvatarMovieZone.com …..and thanks for the link!
Thanks for the update! I’ve made the link change in the post.
Thanks Mike, I appreciate the update. The first link worked of course, but I’m trying to encourage the publicized URL instead of the ‘behind the curtain’ URL.
Anyway, a nice site you got going here and allow me to share a little on that descriptions page. I have been following Avatar with this site a year now, and I have struggled with whether it is ethical to display the scriptment descriptions.
On one hand, I think it creates interest in the film by providing the descriptions for fans to get an idea of the narrative Cameron has created in the grand tradition of 50’s-60’s classic sci-fi literature. On the other hand, Cameron has expressed displeasure that the scriptment has been leaked online. I have taken the descriptions offline/online numerous time because I teeter if it is ethical for it to be displayed.
Currently I have it displayed because for now, number 1) It is not word-for-word verbatim of the scriptment, and 2) This page is one of the most popular pages of AMZ.
For the moment, I justify its display because it is a stand alone read and it does not reveal a beginning to end narrative.
Whether Avatar is a huge success or it falls flat, there is no doubting one thing…. Any aspect of Cameron re-entering the world of feature film will create intrigue of the highest level..that’s an excitement that we haven’t seen since the mega-action flicks of the fabulous 80’s that he is known for.
I pretty much feel the same way. Once I knew Avatar was getting made, I made the decision not to read the scriptment. I’d rather see the movie fresh. Afterward, I’ll read the scriptment and see what changed or stayed the same.
Generally, I don’t seek out spoilers. I maintain this site for educational use, not to spread rumors or be critical of works in progress. When Cameron’s people asked that I take down the scriptment, I was happy to oblige.
I would expect your fan site to be popular even after the movie is released. It sounds like you’ve got the right attitude.
Avatar was easily the most creative movie to date.
I like the Avatar 3D movie, particularly the story line, not only it brings a very new sensation but eye opening ideas of humanity. I heard the New Avatar 2 is comming soon, cannot wait to watch it again…!