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Avatar is a 2009 science fiction epic film directed, written, co-produced, and edited by James Cameron.

The film is set in the mid-22nd century and follows the story of Jake Sully, a paraplegic marine who is sent to Pandora to participate in a program that allows humans to control genetically engineered Na'vi bodies called "avatars."

The Na'vi are a fictional species native to Pandora, and the film explores their culture, spirituality, and connection to nature.

Avatar was shot in 3D and features groundbreaking visual effects, including motion capture technology.