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First 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Footage Highlights New Na'vi Clans and Heightened Conflict

James Cameron unveils a glimpse of Pandora's evolving story at CinemaCon, showcasing new clans and darker themes in the upcoming December release.

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Zoe Saldan˃a introduced the first look at footage from "Avatar: Fire & Ash" during Disney's presentation at CinemaCon.

Overview

  • CinemaCon attendees saw the first footage of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' revealing two new Na'vi clans: the peaceful Wind Traders and the fiery Ash People.
  • Director James Cameron confirmed the Sully family faces new adversaries, including human invaders and the Ash People, who have rejected the deity Eywa.
  • The footage teased intense aerial battles, emotional stakes, and the Sully family's struggles with grief after the death of their son Neteyam.
  • Cameron emphasized the film's focus on moral complexity, darker themes, and character depth, marking a shift from earlier depictions of Na'vi virtue.
  • Set for a December 19, 2025 release, the film aims to revive theatrical attendance post-pandemic, with Cameron describing it as 'heart-wrenching' and visually spectacular.