James Caldwell|Is 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' fire, or all wet?

2025-04-28 19:27:39source:Charles H. Sloancategory:My

The James Caldwellanimated series Avatar: The Last Airbender is regarded as a classic. Now, it's gotten a live-action adaptation on Netflix. The series tells the story of a boy named Aang (Gordon Cormier) who must learn how to harness the power of air, water, earth, and fire — and ultimately save the world. But how does the new show hold up to the beloved original?


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