James Cameron Directed Billie Eilish’s Upcoming 3D Concert Film

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You’d think making three, four, or even six full 3D Avatar movies with motion capture would be enough for anyone. But James Cameron isn’t stopping there. Shortly after Avatar: Fire and Ash comes out, he’ll release a concert film – a first for him in his four-decade career as a filmmaker.

Paramount revealed today that Dave Meyers co-directed Billie Eilish’s concert film, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour. As expected with Meyers at the helm, the movie will also be shown in 3D.

Cameron shared on Instagram how excited he was to co-direct the 3D movie of Billie Eilish’s hugely popular world tour. He called it both an honor and a great experience.

The announcement highlights a partnership between two Academy Award winners. James Cameron, known for his work on Titanic (which earned him three Oscars, including Best Director and a shared Best Editing award), is collaborating with Billie Eilish. Eilish previously won Oscars for writing and performing the title song for the 2022 film No Time to Die and “What Was I Made For?” from the 2024 film Barbie.

Here is their film’s official synopsis:

This concert film, directed by Academy Award winners James Cameron and Billie Eilish, brings a 3D experience to audiences and was filmed during Billie Eilish’s incredibly popular, sold-out world tour.

Billie Eilish’s concert film, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), will be released in theaters on March 20, 2026. James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash is scheduled for release on December 19.

The Worst Remakes of the Best Movies

15. Snow White (2025)

This new film is a remake of the classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). Disney’s original was so good at disguising itself as a non-musical that I didn’t realize it had songs until I watched this version with my daughter. Surprisingly, the music was one of the strongest parts of this live-action remake, and I even enjoyed Gal Gadot’s performance as the Evil Queen. However, the CGI versions of the Seven Dwarfs were strange and unsettling – Dopey, in particular, looked oddly like a distorted version of Alfred E. Neuman. These characters, along with attempts to make Snow White a more proactive hero (even though she still falls asleep for a significant portion of the film, as the story requires), ultimately weighed down an otherwise visually and aurally pleasing movie.

14. The Magnificent Seven (2016)

The 2016 version of The Magnificent Seven, despite being directed by Antoine Fuqua and featuring a script co-written by Nic Pizzolatto (of True Detective), along with a stellar cast including Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, and Ethan Hawke, simply couldn’t live up to the original 1960 film, or even the classic Seven Samurai that inspired them both. It feels like a film that’s quickly being forgotten, and I might be one of the few who still remembers it.

13. Ben-Hur (2016)

This new Ben-Hur is a remake of the 1959 film, which was itself a remake of an earlier story. While the 1959 Ben-Hur benefited from being released during a time when large-scale historical epics were popular, the 2016 version arrived when audiences had different preferences. The original film was known for its impressive practical effects, but the remake relied heavily on CGI, which didn’t quite capture the spirit of the story.

12. Point Break (2015)

The 2015 remake of Point Break missed the mark because it failed to capture what made the 1991 original so beloved: the connection between the characters played by Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze. The action – the surfing and skydiving – wasn’t the important part. The new actors, Edgar Ramirez and Luke Bracey, didn’t quite measure up. As a result, the remake earned less money domestically than the original did, even without considering inflation. It seems like trying to recreate something special without understanding why it was special ultimately falls short.

11. Aladdin (2019)

This live-action Aladdin is a remake of the beloved 1992 animated film. While Robin Williams’ performance as the Genie is legendary, Will Smith puts in a lot of effort to try and match that energy. He sings, dances, raps, and even breaks the fourth wall, attempting to recreate the same playful spirit. However, his performance feels forced rather than naturally fun. The characters, so vibrant and expressive as cartoons, lose some of their charm and depth when brought to life with realistic visuals. The film often feels weighed down by its attempt at realism.

10. Conan the Barbarian (2011)

This film is a remake of the 1982 movie Conan the Barbarian. After failing to get Arnold Schwarzenegger to star in a third Conan film, the rights holders decided to reboot the series with a new actor. While Jason Momoa, who played the lead, has since become a major star, the movie itself wasn’t very successful and quickly faded from view. In fact, Momoa himself has publicly expressed his dislike for the film, once saying it “really sucked” and was a “big pile of s—.” And he’s probably right.

9. The Heartbreak Kid (2007)

As a big fan of the original Heartbreak Kid, I have to say the remake by the Farrellys just didn’t work for me. It completely missed what made Elaine May’s film so special. They took Charles Grodin’s wonderfully flawed character and turned Ben Stiller into someone much more… meek. Instead of a guy impulsively marrying someone for the wrong reasons, driven by his own desires, it felt like he was just manipulated into it by a troubled woman. That change alone ruined the whole idea, and honestly, the movie was pretty disappointing from then on.

8. Total Recall (2012)

This film is a remake of the 1990 science fiction classic, Total Recall. However, it doesn’t capture the same energy. The original, directed by Paul Verhoeven, was a defining film of its time. This new version, starring Colin Farrell as Douglas Quaid – a man with amnesia who may be a secret agent in a bleak future – simply doesn’t measure up. While Farrell is a talented actor, he doesn’t quite fit the traditional action hero mold. In fact, this Total Recall has already faded into obscurity, almost as if our memories of it have been replaced.

8. RoboCop (2014)

This film is a remake of the 1987 classic RoboCop. It’s hard to recapture the original’s energy—just look at the sequels (RoboCop 2 and 3) or the remake of Total Recall. This version smoothed out all the gritty, unique elements of the first film and gave RoboCop (played by Joel Kinnaman) a surprisingly silly new look. It’s best to stick with the original.

6. The Haunting (1999)

This film is a remake of the 1963 classic, The Haunting, but it unfortunately demonstrates how not to remake a movie. The original is a brilliant example of gothic horror and suspense, relying on atmosphere and psychological tension. This remake, however, relies heavily on flashy, excessive CGI and confusing, unnecessary plot twists. (The story shifts from an insomnia study to a fear response experiment, and even suggests the hauntings aren’t real!) Ultimately, the 1999 Haunting is ironically known for being sleep-inducing, often putting viewers to sleep before the over-the-top horror even begins. Perhaps if the characters had watched this remake, they wouldn’t have had any trouble sleeping!

5. The Mummy (2017)

The 2017 film The Mummy was actually a remake of the 1999 version, which itself was based on the classic Universal monster movies. While another remake wasn’t entirely unexpected, Universal had huge plans for it, hoping it would earn a billion dollars and launch a shared cinematic universe with monsters like Frankenstein and the Invisible Man. Unfortunately, the Tom Cruise-led Mummy didn’t perform well at the box office, effectively ending Universal’s “Dark Universe” plans. Ironically, the original 1999 Mummy starring Brendan Fraser has become even more popular as a cult classic. Rest in peace, Dark Universe – it just wasn’t meant to be.

4. The Lion King (2019)

This new movie is a remake of the classic 1994 animated film, The Lion King. My kids are huge fans of the original – we’ve seen it countless times, enjoyed the Broadway show, and even watched the sequels and Timon & Pumbaa series. However, I’ve been keeping this “live-action” remake (which is actually entirely computer-animated) a surprise. While it’s technically well-made, it’s surprisingly dull. The realistic animal designs just don’t capture the energy and emotion of the original animated characters or the incredible voice acting. A naturalistic style doesn’t really fit a musical about a lion running away from home and befriending a funny meerkat and a goofy warthog – especially when they throw in little nods to other Disney films.

3. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014)

This new take on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a surprisingly bad movie. The voice casting is particularly strange – Johnny Knoxville, known for his chaotic energy, is cast as the serious leader Leonardo. He’d be a much better fit as the playful Michelangelo or maybe even a rebellious Raphael! The Turtles themselves are overly muscular, feeling more like bodybuilders than the agile ninjas we remember. The animation is unappealing, and the story is a mess. It’s clear the plot was heavily altered during post-production, turning a potentially interesting villain into a generic rich benefactor. Even the Shredder, played by Tohoru Masamune, is a disappointingly one-dimensional character with no clear motivations. Overall, this is a truly weak entry in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise and potentially one of the worst films to feature turtles, mutants, ninjas, or teenagers in recent years.

2. Planet of the Apes (2001)

After many films and a TV show, a new version of Planet of the Apes was inevitable. While Tim Burton certainly brought a unique style to the franchise, the result is unfortunately quite disappointing. Mark Wahlberg plays an astronaut who crash-lands on a planet ruled by apes after flying through a strange space cloud. After what feels like endless desert wandering and poorly-executed action scenes, he returns to Earth only to discover it has also become a planet of apes! The film’s ending is famously strange and confusing. Surprisingly, despite Burton’s usually personal and creative touch, this Planet of the Apes feels generic and lacks his distinctive style, as if it could have been made by anyone.

1. Pinocchio (2022)

This new Pinocchio is a remake of the classic 1940 animated film. Director Robert Zemeckis, known for blending live-action and animation in Who Framed Roger Rabbit, seemed like a perfect fit for this project. However, despite the fantastical elements, the film lacks the charm and magic of the original. It’s unlikely to become a beloved classic like the 1940 Pinocchio, and it doesn’t even compare favorably to many of Disney’s other live-action remakes.

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