Hideo Kojima Applauds Avatar: Fire and Ash’s Dazzling Craft and Impact
Hideo Kojima shares his admiration for Avatar: Fire and Ash, highlighting its meticulous artistry and the inspiration it sparked for his own creative journey. Discover how the film’s human touch and digital mastery left a lasting impression on the acclaimed game designer.
Hideo Kojima, known for his deep appreciation of cinema, recently shared his thoughts on James Cameron ’s latest blockbuster, Avatar: Fire and Ash. Kojima’s reactions to films are often telling—brief remarks usually signal indifference, while lengthy reflections reveal genuine enthusiasm. This time, his response was nothing short of effusive, as he took to social media to express his admiration for Cameron’s ambitious third installment.
Unmatched Attention to Detail
Kojima opened his review by marveling at the film ’s uncompromising dedication to world-building.
This film shows absolutely no compromise, right down to the finest details, in the construction of the Avatar 'universe,'
he wrote.
It was magnificent.
The director ’s meticulous approach to every aspect of the movie ’s universe clearly resonated with Kojima, who is no stranger to blending entertainment and art through advanced digital technology in his own projects.
The Human Element in Digital Artistry
Drawing parallels between Cameron’s work and his own creative journey, Kojima reflected on the evolving landscape of filmmaking. He noted a growing trend of celebrating analog productions, while digital works sometimes face criticism for being perceived as less authentic. Kojima pushed back against this notion, emphasizing the immense human effort behind computer-generated films.
Lately, films shot entirely in analog, without CG or VFX, have been increasingly praised. Even movies shot on film are celebrated, while digital works are sometimes dismissed with comments like, 'Anyone can make it easily if it’s digital.' But that is a serious misunderstanding. CG works are also created by people. Countless actors, artists, and programmers pour their thoughts and passion into them, breathing life into the work.
Renewed Inspiration for the Future
For Kojima, the experience of watching Avatar: Fire and Ash went beyond admiration—it reignited his own creative drive.
Today, this film gave me renewed pride and courage as we look toward the future. It made me feel positive again about continuing to pursue new things using digital technology. Thank you, James Cameron.
His heartfelt words highlight the profound impact the film had on him, offering a fresh sense of purpose as he continues to innovate in the digital realm.
Avatar: Fire and Ash is currently showing in theaters, inviting audiences to experience the artistry that left such a strong impression on one of gaming’s most visionary creators.