I went to see this movie with a critical eye, knowing it was 2 hours and 50 minutes. Note to self: No drinking of soda, water or anything that would pressure my bladder into surrender. The pace of the movie allowed for me to better relate to the characters and to the experience in Pandora. I felt like I was there and the 3D effects aided this feeling. The movie time went by so quickly eventhough it was a long movie. The animation was spectacular. This movie sets a new standard for what I can expect from anime in the future. I recommend the movie to everyone but especially to families; it a treat for the children and they will appreciate the experience. At home we can 't stop talking about it so a sequel will be a must see indeed!