Avatar
In the 22nd century, a paraplegic Marine is dispatched to the moon Pandora on a unique mission, but becomes torn between following orders and protecting an alien civilization.
Filming locations map
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- 1MBS Media Campus (formerly Raleigh Studios Manhattan Beach)USA95% confidence
Principal photography for all performance capture sequences, including the creation of the virtual world of Pandora, the
Principal photography for all performance capture sequences, including the creation of the virtual world of Pandora, the Na'vi characters (Jake Sully, Neytiri), and the human characters in their avatar forms or operating AMP suits. This location was central to capturing the actors' performances that drove the digital characters.
- 2Stone Street StudiosNew Zealand85% confidence
Used for some live-action elements, prop photography, and served as a key hub for Weta Digital's visual effects team, wh
Used for some live-action elements, prop photography, and served as a key hub for Weta Digital's visual effects team, who were responsible for rendering the entire digital world of Pandora, its flora, fauna, and the intricate details of the Na'vi culture.
All locations
MBS Media Campus (formerly Raleigh Studios Manhattan Beach)
USA· 1 scene
While not accessible for public tours, this studio was the primary 'real-world' hub where the groundbreaking performance capture technology for Avatar was executed, making it a significant site in film history.
Stone Street Studios
New Zealand· 1 scene
This studio complex is a cornerstone of New Zealand's film industry, particularly for its association with Weta Digital and major productions like Avatar and The Lord of the Rings, though public access is limited.