‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ live-action remake, while faithful to original, lacks humorous heart - The Brown Daily Herald

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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ live-action remake, while faithful to original, lacks humorous heart - The Brown Daily Herald

Remaking a classic is never easy-especially when the original is a cartoon unrestrained by budget, special effects or the laws of physics in which characters can manipulate water, earth, fire and air. But the Netflix live-action remake of the beloved series "Avatar: The Last Airbender," released Thursday, juggles those difficulties with grace - injecting life into the animation's vibrant cities, mystical forests and terrific powers. But while th…