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Zoe Saldaña Advocates for Motion Capture Acting to Receive Oscars Recognition
13 Oct
Summary
- Zoe Saldaña says James Cameron is considering a documentary on 'Avatar' motion capture
- Saldaña argues motion capture actors deserve full credit for their performances
- Bret Easton Ellis criticizes 'One Battle After Another' for its 'liberal' tone

In a recent interview, actress Zoe Saldaña revealed that director James Cameron is considering making a documentary about the making of the 'Avatar' films. Saldaña, who plays the character Neytiri, is enthusiastic about the project as it will "finally give us a chance to explain, in a meticulous way, why performance capture is the most empowering form of acting."
Saldaña has long been a champion of motion capture acting and has been outspoken about the need for awards bodies like the Oscars to recognize it. She argues that motion capture actors deserve full credit for their performances, as they put in extensive physical training and lend their entire performance to the character, unlike traditional voice acting.
Meanwhile, author Bret Easton Ellis has criticized the film 'One Battle After Another,' saying it "aligns with a leftist sensibility" and has a "liberal mustiness" to it. This comes as the film has received positive reviews from critics.
Overall, the article highlights the ongoing debate around the recognition of motion capture acting, as well as the differing political perspectives on certain films.