Best 3D I've ever experienced. IMAX 3D is better than regular theater RealD. Solid story. He gives us just enough backstory and boom we're off and running. This movie was really about experiencing Pandora through the eyes of the Na'vi. And it does that with a tremendous rush of adrenaline inducing, action packed adventure. The CG characters were the best to date as far as holding their ground next to live actors. In some cases they delivered a more heartfelt and believable performance than the live actors. Zoe Saldana stole the show. Great love story against a beautiful backdrop and a gripping struggle for survival. Cameron knows story and he knows action and he more than delivers here.
The previews really didn't impress me much so I didn't have high expectations and upon seeing the film I was blown away. I thoroughly enjoyed Jack Black's performance because we rarely get to see him vulnerable but he's awesome. The animation was top notch and the film kept moving. Very few lulls. Short and sweet and the intro anime was excellent as well. Very promising franchise. I enjoyed it better than the first Shrek but nothing has yet to top the comedic genius of Shrek 2. This comes close. Really close.