: Unlike previous films that used "dry for wet" filming (using wires and smoke), Cameron insisted on filming in a 900,000-gallon tank. This required the actors to hold their breath for minutes at a time while special infrared-reflective markers allowed cameras to track their movements underwater without light interference from the water's surface.

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James Cameron designed Avatar: The Way of Water specifically for the 3D format. Unlike many films where 3D is an afterthought, this movie uses and deep native 3D cinematography to make the underwater sequences feel immersive.

Your 3D TV or VR headset then stretches these back out to create the 3D effect. ⚠️ Important Considerations