I've been going to the movies for around 60 years. Avatar has it all. Acting, direction, story. And then there's the "knock your socks off" visuals (kudos to ILM). This movie has to be seen on the big screen in 3d. I'm going again on Friday with my wife who’s an artist. I think the colors alone will blow her away. James Cameron deserves all the academy awards including the Lifetime achievement award.