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Joan (microbiologist)
Molecular microbiologist, working on bacterial hydrogen fuel
Interests: Science Fiction, author of A Door into Ocean
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I think the biology and the environmental message make Avatar the most important SF film since 2001: A Space Odyssey. The tree-root network is similar to a real root network of fungi that connects all forests around the Earth. Also, the sex-connection among diverse species reflects today's understanding of DNA transfer among species.
The gender balance is also impressive. I can see how Cameron trimmed the original script so as to increase the impact of female characters; for instance, Neytiri concludes as a warrior/savior, not just a pregnant trophy as in the original.
I hope the sequel will continue the environmental aim and develop the gender balance even more.
The AVATAR Effect: Who Loves/Hates It?
It's interesting seeing who does and does not like AVATAR. The Vatican was lukewarm—thought it was clichéd and overly sentimental even while admitting its extraordinary visual impact. But some think it slams the U.S. military, others say it's a straight send-up of the Iraq and Afghan wars, a f...
I liked the "dragon birds" because they reminded...
I liked the "dragon birds" because they reminded me of actual bird colonies on Galapagos, where the birds are so thick you nearly have to shove them aside with your boot. I hope this film will recruit real-life Jake Sullys... Continue reading
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I am interested in using Avatar to recruit...
I am interested in using Avatar to recruit Americans to help people of South and Central America save their endangered rainforests. I hope the sequel will extend this theme. Continue reading
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