Speaking with GQ, James Cameron shares that an executive reportedly approached him, practically ‘begging’ him for a shorter runtime for the Avatar sequel. To that, Cameron responds with his goal and initial mindset on the matter, by claiming the sequel is set to become a huge financial success. Read his full comment below:

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With the previous Avatar’s global office gross of over $2.9 billion, James Cameron reiterates the money Avatar: The Way of Water will be earning upon its release. He reenacts the manner in which he told off his executive before kicking him out of his office.

Avatar: The Way of Water is set to hit theaters this coming December 16.

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