As the anticipation for Avatar: Fire and Ash builds up, poised to hit theaters on December 19th, Zoe Saldaña has revealed a delightful surprise for fans: a return to the enchanting world of Pandora before the third installment of the franchise. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar-winning actress confirmed that a new behind-the-scenes documentary, spearheaded by visionary director James Cameron, is expected to release prior to the highly anticipated film.
"Yes! I believe we will be able to see it before Fire and Ash," Saldaña shared with excitement, adding that the documentary is currently in its final stages of production. "I'm thrilled that we've reached a point where we can lift the veil, unfurl the curtains, and invite everyone backstage to the world of Pandora and the incredible effort it takes to bring it all together."
For Saldaña, this documentary marks a significant shift, allowing fans to experience the immersive storytelling and technical wizardry from an artist's perspective. "Now I feel that the time has come where we can invite people into a deeper place, which is backstage. And that's where I honestly believe for all of us artists, that's where the true magic happens."
Filmed between 2017 and 2019, Fire and Ash has been a labor of love and innovation. Saldaña emphasized the dedication and physical strain required to bring it to life. "It takes a lot of hard work, a lot of physical strain to do that. We're not just lending parts of ourselves—we're pouring everything that's in us into what we're doing in Avatar."
