When James Cameron Was ‘Pissed’ After Watching Star Wars So Much So That He Came Home & Began ‘Sketching’ His Own Version: “I Wanted To Make That Movie”
James Cameron once got really pissed after watching George Lucas' Star Wars and the reason will baffle you. Read On!
James Cameron Was ‘Pissed’ After Watching Star Wars Because He Wanted To Make A Gorundbreak Movie Like That (Picture Credit: IMDB)
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James Cameron, the renowned movie director, has been influenced by various directors and films throughout his career. While discussing his sources of inspiration, Cameron often mentions Stanley Kubrick’s ‘2001: A Space Odyssey,’ which had a profound impact on him during his formative years. However, it was George Lucas’ groundbreaking masterpiece, “Star Wars,” that truly ignited Cameron’s passion for filmmaking and also, pissed him off.
Cameron always wanted to create his own movies and wanted to become one of the biggest filmmakers in the world. However, he didn’t know how to pursue his dream. It was the release of ‘Star Wars’ that provided the catalyst he needed. Witnessing the spectacle and grandeur of Lucas’ extraordinary, the filmmaker felt a profound sense of inspiration and purpose.
However, James Cameron admitted feeling “pissed off” after watching the legendary film, because he wasn’t the one to make it. He told Premiere (via Cheatsheet), “I was pissed off. I wanted to make that movie. That’s when I got busy.”
This makes it clear that Star Wars not only entertained James Cameron but also made him believe that he, too, could create such magical and imaginative worlds.
Years later, James Cameron set out to forge his own mark on the sci-fi genre with his ambitious project, ‘Avatar.’ With this film, he aimed to achieve the same level of cinematic impact that “Star Wars” had achieved at the time. Just like the aforementioned film series, Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ went on to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression. By trying to emulate the success of ‘Star Wars,’ Cameron demonstrated his admiration for Lucas’ vision and his desire to create a similarly iconic and influential series.
‘Star Wars’ played a pivotal role in lighting the fire within him and driving him to pursue his passion. James Cameron’s love for the magic of cinema has propelled him to create his own cinematic wonders. Today, his contributions to the industry, including ‘Avatar,’ are a testament to his determination and the lasting impact of ‘Star Wars’ on his creative journey.
James Cameron is not the only filmmaker to take inspiration from George Lucas’s iconic movie franchise. His impact on the industry and the sci-fi genre continues to amaze, inspiring many great filmmakers of our time. His work remains a source of inspiration and his influence far-reaching.
