The start of Cameron’s extremely method style of filmmaking, The Abyss was a painstaking epic that the director would use to put his skills, cast and crew through their paces. A moderate success, there’s a wide difference between the film’s theatrical, studio-approved cut, and the Special Edition that was restored for DVD release. While a bit uneven, it’s an ambitious story told by a master of their craft, and it’s a James Cameron movie that deserves more credit than it’s given.
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