Mjollnir wrote:
Two different movies, Avatar pretty clearly has a political message to it, while Star Trek was meant to be a sexier, rock & roll, reboot to kick start the franchise again. Both very good, but very different in scope.
That's what I don't like about Avatar. I don't want a political statement disguised (however thinly) as the greatest special effects movie to date. Looking back on Star Wars, the story was pretty darn basic, but what a great flick in it's day! That's why I go to see sci-fi, not for political education.
Don't misunderstand me, there's nothing basically wrong with a political message. My problem is that once you remove the political message from Avatar, there's probably nothing left of this movie. That's my fear of spending my money. I also go to the movies seldom. I have a budget and I must pick my expenditures wisely. Therefore, seeing Avatar at full price depends on whether I think I'd truely enjoy it or regret the cost.
Star Trek, one the other hand, what a cool flick. Well worth the big-screen experience. Thought provoking without taking sides.
Also waffling on Sherlock Holmes, which the wife also wants to see. I expect that one is better on the small screen, value and cost-wise speaking.
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