What surprising offer did James Cameron receive on the set of 'Battle Beyond The Stars'?

James Cameron was offered cocaine by production management on his first day as production designer for the 1980 film.

How did James Cameron handle the cocaine offered to him on set?

He gave the cocaine to a colleague to distribute to the crew, as he did not want to handle or take it himself.

What is the latest success for James Cameron's 'Avatar' franchise?

The most recent film, 'Avatar: Fire And Ash,' has achieved global success, grossing $1.38 billion.

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James Cameron Offered Cocaine on Early Film Set

31 Jan

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Director James Cameron was offered cocaine on a 1980 film set.
Cameron was promoted to production designer two weeks before filming.
He gave the cocaine to a colleague to distribute to the crew.

James Cameron Offered Cocaine on Early Film Set

James Cameron, known for blockbusters like 'Titanic' and 'Avatar,' has recounted a startling experience from his early days in Hollywood. While working on the 1980 science fiction film 'Battle Beyond The Stars,' Cameron was promoted to production designer just two weeks before filming commenced. On his first day in this new role, he was offered cocaine by production management.

Cameron, who had never served as a production designer before, accepted the promotion due to his willingness to work long hours. However, he declined to personally handle or distribute the cocaine offered to him. Instead, he gave the drug to a colleague, asking them to manage its distribution among the crew.

This incident occurred early in Cameron's career before he directed films such as 'The Terminator' and 'Aliens.' His subsequent career has seen him achieve massive success, including the 'Avatar' franchise, with the latest installment, 'Avatar: Fire And Ash,' grossing $1.38 billion globally. Cameron continues to be based in New Zealand for his 'Avatar' projects.