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Before Avatar - A Curious Boy

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the creative journey of a renowned filmmaker in this 18-minute TED talk. Discover how childhood fascinations with science fiction and deep-sea diving shaped the imagination of a visionary director. Gain insights into the inspirations behind blockbuster hits like "Aliens," "The Terminator," "Titanic," and "Avatar." Learn how a lifelong curiosity for the fantastic and unreal worlds drove the success of these groundbreaking films. Delve into the personal experiences and influences that contributed to the creation of some of cinema's most iconic and highest-grossing productions.

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Before Avatar ... a curious boy | James Cameron


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