Blind, Gilles embarks in the Avatar 2 whirlwind

In the crowd that waited this Monday evening to access the ICE room of the Mega CGR in Tarbes and board for Pandora, the planet of Avatar 2, Gilles and Alain spend their impatience on their popcorn. For them, more than for the other spectators, the projection of James Cameron's film smells like adventure. Because Gilles, who comes from Trébons (in the south-west of France), is blind. He is guided by his uncle Alain. I' saw the first one, it was excellent' explains Alain, who works in Lourdes. I take Gilles to all the big releases. In spite of his handicap, he manages to follow.

Gilles lost his sight at the age of 19, at the time the first Avatar was released. "I hadn't seen it but I know the story," he explains. Normally, with the ICE room enhancing the sensations, it will be perfect. I'll be listening. Although I prefer comedies, because it's easier to follow. Here, the special effects appeal more to the eyes. It's harder, but it's possible."

His dedication helped him become passionate about the Star wars saga. "I've been a fan since I was a kid. And back then, I could see... Now I'm going to use my imagination more." Gilles can also count on his uncle, "I'll try to share with him the beauty of the sets," says Alain. At the end of the film, we discuss, we compare our sensations. I enlighten him with what I've seen. I hope he will be dazzled like I was when I saw the first Avatar." Enough talk, immediate boarding for Pandora.