Netflix's live-action adaptation of the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender has drawn criticism from fans of the original, but still retains much of the magic and excellent world-building that made it great. The wonderous aesthetics and fantastical bending magic translate well into real-world action and the characters come to life with actors who are (mostly) well-cast. The addition of scenes from the Fire Nation shifts some of the character focus in this series and leaves some plot points rushed, ultimately Avatar remains an entertaining experience with significant character development. We recommend the show particularly to people dipping their toes into the world of Avatar for the first time!

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