He has been working on this movie for over a decade: This is James Cameron's infinite project

James Cameron, the acclaimed film director known for masterpieces like ‘Avatar’ and ‘Titanic’, has revealed that he is working on an ambitious film project based on the book ‘Ghosts of Hiroshima’ by Charles Pellegrino. The work collects testimonies from more than 200 survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and Cameron aims to present a deep and humanitarian view of their effects, steering clear of any political burden.

No politics

The filmmaker has expressed his desire for this film to be completely apolitical, focusing on the experiences of the victims and their families rather than the political dynamics surrounding the use of nuclear weapons. In his statements, Cameron criticizes Christopher Nolan’s film ‘Oppenheimer’, arguing that it does not give enough attention to the suffering of those affected by the bombs. I felt it dodged the issue, said Cameron, emphasizing his intention to address this aspect with the due respect.

This project is not new for Cameron, who has been gathering notes and reflections on this topic for the past 15 years. He has not yet started writing the script, as he is waiting for the right moment to bring this touching story to life. Additionally, he has already confirmed Martin Sheen as the narrator of the film, which adds an appealing touch to the project.

Cameron has also commented that, although this film may not reach the same level of box office revenue as ‘Avatar’ or ‘Titanic’, it is a story he feels obligated to tell. He mentioned that he wants to fulfill the promise made to Tsutomu Yamaguchi, a survivor of both bombs, to share his story. In the current context of geopolitical tensions, Cameron argues that it is more crucial than ever to remember the devastating consequences of the use of nuclear weapons.