The Abyss: 4K Special Edition — Official Trailer

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added: Mon, Nov 13th '23

For what feels like an eternity, devoted fans of filmmaker James Cameron have been waiting patiently for news on the remastered edition of Cameron's groundbreaking underwater science fiction masterpiece, "The Abyss." It's become somewhat of an annual tradition for Cameron himself to confirm that he's working on the 4K remaster of "The Abyss." This film, despite its acclaim, has been notably absent in high-definition format, leaving fans eagerly anticipating its 4K release.

Well, here's some good news: it appears that the 4K remaster of James Cameron's "The Abyss" has reached completion and is scheduled to make its theatrical debut on December 6th, but for just one night. Consider it an early Christmas present for all those devoted Cameron fans out there.

For those who may not be familiar, "The Abyss" is a 1989 science-fiction thriller noted for its groundbreaking computer effects, particularly involving an alien water tentacle that morphs into the likeness of actress Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio's face. Thanks to the efforts of Industrial Light & Magic, the film earned an Academy Award for its exceptional visual effects. It also served as a precursor to their work on Cameron's "Terminator 2," notably the T-1000's liquid metal effect.

The movie stars Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, and Michael Biehn as members of a civilian deep-ocean diving team tasked with locating a lost nuclear submarine. However, their astonishment knows no bounds when they uncover an alien aquatic species residing in the ocean's deepest depths. The film's production was notoriously difficult and strenuous. Nevertheless, it marked Cameron's initial foray into underwater shooting and ocean exploration. Since then, Cameron has become an avid oceanographer, renowned for his numerous deep-sea expeditions.

Many would argue that "The Abyss" stands as Cameron's most acclaimed work, possibly the best film of his career. Undoubtedly, it is his most underappreciated film, as "The Abyss" did not achieve great box-office success. Nonetheless, the film has amassed a dedicated and passionate following over the years.

Be sure to take a look at the newly-released official trailer for the upcoming 4K remastered release of "The Abyss," featured above.