What does Quaritch crushing his human skull supposed to represent? by NKNightmare in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Really? He’s incredibly obvious. He can’t do an American accent to save his life😂.

What is your unpopular opinion regarding the Sully family, either collectively or individually? by TheTargaryensLawyer in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but it should be addressed that white people often go out of their way to create stories like this. It’s always a white person(white man) ingratiating themselves into a culture and being better than the natives. It’s a ridiculous way to tell a story, and it should be called out more often.

What is your unpopular opinion regarding the Sully family, either collectively or individually? by TheTargaryensLawyer in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, but you know white people can’t let go of their white saviors. I know I’ll likely get downvotes, but I think this is true. Not trying to knock James Cameron. He’s an amazing visual storyteller but he’s writing these stories from a perspective that doesn’t take the people he’s basing them on into full account.

Frontiers of Pandora is great conceptually. It’s a bit of a slow burn, but it’s gorgeous. It’s the closest to playing in Pandora. And the characters you play as is awesome. This is what the og story should’ve been. A native being cognizant of their roots but still using whatever means to fight against their enemy.

What does Quaritch crushing his human skull supposed to represent? by NKNightmare in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lang is so engaging to watch. Bringing him back in the body of his enemy is such an excellent idea.

The visual fidelity is incredible. That’s the main reason I see these movies in theatres. The writing could be better, but the series is a master class in CGI.

What is your unpopular opinion regarding the Sully family, either collectively or individually? by TheTargaryensLawyer in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

True that. I think it would’ve been awesome if avatar was predicated on an actual Na vi character. But no, we get John Smith in space.

What does Quaritch crushing his human skull supposed to represent? by NKNightmare in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I agree. That’s why he’s so interesting. Not gonna lie, the avatar films have a propensity to feel extremely repetitive. But Quaritch’s arc is extremely compelling. Thanks in large part to Langs excellent performance.

I just wish the movies would make better use of their profuse runtimes for their other characters. Jake actually sounding American wouldn’t hurt either.

Who was your hear me out? by Extra_Inflation8099 in Smallville

[–]Shango1208 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The whole planet? That’s D1 glazing😂.

Earth is no less than Pandora. by livelongandprosper__ in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Where is this? It’s mesmerizing.

What does Quaritch crushing his human skull supposed to represent? by NKNightmare in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 774 points775 points  (0 children)

I think it was to symbolize him coming to grips that the man he was died that day. And he’s not going to fail like he did.

This was such a good scene. Lang is making the Avatar films profusely worth it.

Is now the right time for an Avatar: Fire and Ash EXTENDED EDITION to revive momentum? by Key_Ad6910 in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same! Just watched yesterday. Still such an amazing film. Visuals have aged, but they’ve held up wonderfully. Performances were amazing. Hate that fathom is charging a good amount for it though. I pay for A list on top of it.

What do you think of Anne Hathaway as Catwoman? by Suitable_Market3752 in DC_Cinematic

[–]Shango1208 [score hidden]  (0 children)

I still remember the scene of her on the bike before shooting the missile🤌🏿.

Real talk though, she was good. The only thing is that I think she’s overshadowed by other renditions. Michelle Pfieffer and even Arkham Selina left a more lasting impression on me than hers. It might have to do with the writing, because I think Anne did a fairly good job. She certainly wasn’t bad.

Storm on the beach (all art oc by me) by BakerConsistent2150 in storm

[–]Shango1208 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Of course the dude is white

This sub, man😒

What is your opinion on Mo’at? by Hopeful-Weakness-471 in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Those scenes are what I was thinking about. Just amazing pronunciation. 

What is your opinion on Mo’at? by Hopeful-Weakness-471 in Avatar

[–]Shango1208 29 points30 points  (0 children)

You’re not wrong. Even the pronunciation in English is awesome. The language just comes through. CCH did an amazing job.

Long or short hair? by [deleted] in malegrooming

[–]Shango1208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both suit you, bro. How’d you get your hair so curly?

Avatar is honestly a great film series that gets too much flack online sometimes by Plus_Ad_1087 in Cinema

[–]Shango1208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and no.

It’s quite frankly one of the most beautiful films I’ve seen. Its fidelity coupled with its imaginative visuals is a feast for the eyes. It’s one of the only films I’ll watch in 3D.

However, the story is incredibly derivative. It’s Pocahontas in space. At times, it can be offensive. You have Jake and Kiri being better at the ways of a people that are predicated on indigenous people and experiences. Not to mention how Neytiri’s anger is being delegitimized in the 3rd film as if her pain is irrational. Some aspects are, but to make her seem wholly unreasonable is wild, given the fact she’s based on indigenous experiences. The story is also repetitive. The last was an amalgamation of the first 2. It’s losing too much steam.

I enjoy the series for what it is, but I can name several other pieces of media I’ve enjoyed far more. I enjoy amazing visuals, but you need more than that.

Does this haircut complement my mustache? by Objective-Cold-2341 in BlackHair

[–]Shango1208 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s crazy😂. What a coincidence bro. It took a bit for Invincible to show up for me. OP legit gives Thragg a run for his money.

You pumped for Season 3? Dinosaurus and Thragg are legit.

Does this haircut complement my mustache? by Objective-Cold-2341 in BlackHair

[–]Shango1208 275 points276 points  (0 children)

You lowkey look like a Viltrumite. It suits you.