Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, Kiawentiio & Dallas Liu on Avatar: The Last Airbender | Interview

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  • Опубліковано 12 лют 2024
  • The GATE sat down with Avatar: The Last Airbender stars Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, Kiawentiio, and Dallas Liu to talk about their characters, and what makes the new live action series so special.
    Avatar: The Last Airbender premieres on ‪@Netflix‬ February 22, 2024: www.netflix.com/avatarthelast...
    SYNOPSIS: Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has lost hope.
    But like a light in the darkness, hope springs forth when Aang (Gordon Cormier), a young Air Nomad - and the last of his kind - reawakens to take his rightful place as the next Avatar. Alongside his newfound friends Sokka (Ian Ousley) and Katara (Kiawentiio), siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai (Daniel Dae Kim). But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko (Dallas James Liu) determined to capture them, it won’t be an easy task. They’ll need the help of the many allies and colorful characters they meet along the way.
    AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER is a live-action reimagining of the award-winning and beloved Nickelodeon animated series. Albert Kim serves as showrunner, executive producer, and writer. Jabbar Raisani and Michael Goi are executive producers and directors alongside directors Roseanne Liang (also a co-executive producer) and Jet Wilkinson. Dan Lin and Lindsey Liberatore serve as executive producers from Rideback.
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  • @TofuReacts
    @TofuReacts 5 місяців тому +216

    Kiawentiio’s outfits are always on point! Her style 🤩!

    • @ejikejanefrances8681
      @ejikejanefrances8681 5 місяців тому +4

      Yh

    • @khedaingush2285
      @khedaingush2285 5 місяців тому +29

      Her stylist deserves a raise. She has been giving real it girl vibes recently

    • @orissewitt4171
      @orissewitt4171 5 місяців тому +2

      Yes she's slaying.

    • @lareineii
      @lareineii 4 місяці тому +1

      I knoww i love this outfit
      Hair makeup and face card on point ❤

  • @lila6739
    @lila6739 5 місяців тому +120

    Gordon is so young but his interview skills blow me away! He’s so articulate!

    • @thegatemag
      @thegatemag  5 місяців тому +22

      They were all so great!

  • @luutas
    @luutas 5 місяців тому +145

    They where so much shyer in this after all that incident in the previous interview... They are just kids man. We are putting so much pressure on them

    • @ndo533
      @ndo533 5 місяців тому +16

      What incident?

    • @julianajoharis7641
      @julianajoharis7641 5 місяців тому +34

      I agree. It's kind of sad to see that all the negative backlash just from that one clip could change their demeanor a lot :(

    • @FireStarterAP
      @FireStarterAP 5 місяців тому +1

      @@julianajoharis7641 What happened?

    • @wingyi999
      @wingyi999 5 місяців тому +102

      @@FireStarterAP iirc I think they're referring to one interview where Kiawentiio (Katara) mentioned that they were toning down Sokka's sexism in the live action, but people took that one quote (out of a much longer interview) and blew it out of proportion. It became massive clickbait and the idea that the live action was completely removing Sokka being sexist spread everywhere - people took it as the complete truth and began bashing the live action as a result.
      I saw some people saying that Kiawentiio shouldn't have said anything, but like... it was such a small comment? People were saying she should've known how the internet would react but I think that's incredibly unfair to pin on such a young person. People made whole rant videos about the topic, but they didn't even bother to research the actual quote and interview.

    • @mnmg
      @mnmg 5 місяців тому +27

      ​@@wingyi999yeah exactly, i too pointed to some negative comments, like they were overreacting and exaggerating that detail 🤦‍♂️ Did they even watch the og show?! Plus, it's unreleased. And 1:1 adaptation is just dumb, but so far the promos show a faithful version.

  • @MariVelvet_
    @MariVelvet_ 5 місяців тому +116

    Ian sounds just like sokka he’s literally perfect for him omg❤

    • @djulianofficial
      @djulianofficial 5 місяців тому +7

      Agree agree! Can't wait to see his jokes

    • @JustAria-y7j
      @JustAria-y7j 5 місяців тому +1

      @@djulianofficialhis funniest joke so far was on my way to my tribes tribal wedding

    • @djulianofficial
      @djulianofficial 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JustAria-y7j Huh I don't get it 😂. Explain to me haha

    • @JustAria-y7j
      @JustAria-y7j 5 місяців тому

      @@djulianofficial just search up Ian Ousley drama

  • @djulianofficial
    @djulianofficial 5 місяців тому +66

    "Master the elements". I really love the chemistry between the cast 😊

  • @MariVelvet_
    @MariVelvet_ 5 місяців тому +69

    They’re literally all so perfect for their roles wow

  • @sakurachan288
    @sakurachan288 5 місяців тому +21

    3:55 Somehow Gordon was both fearless and nervous at the same time to say "genocide"? But I'm glad he went out and said it. I watched Avatar when I was even younger than Aang and didn't understand how deep it actually was. Only later in life I understood what happened to Aang's people is the most terrible thing someone could do because of the real-life genocide happening.

  • @princess_zuzu
    @princess_zuzu 5 місяців тому +33

    Kiawentiio is so gorgeous

  • @tovolume
    @tovolume 5 місяців тому +180

    I read that Gordon Cormier was born after the original animated series ended

    • @lila6739
      @lila6739 5 місяців тому +49

      Kiawentiio too! She was 3 when the original series ended, but she was born after it aired.

    • @okamifang4059
      @okamifang4059 5 місяців тому +29

      The life force transfer

    • @DoktorDadel
      @DoktorDadel 5 місяців тому +9

      wow i feel old now :'( (i was born year 2000)

    • @okamifang4059
      @okamifang4059 5 місяців тому

      @@DoktorDadel 86 right here 😁

    • @Brandedboyfilmz
      @Brandedboyfilmz 5 місяців тому +11

      You mean the avatar was reincarnated

  • @Glnn_n
    @Glnn_n 5 місяців тому +46

    The cast is like a big brother / sister group! Love how they get along so well on and offscreen (atleast it seems like it the chemistry is there!)❤

    • @Com78655
      @Com78655 5 місяців тому +9

      Yeah agreed! Although with Gordon and Kiawentiio it’s like older sister and little brother 😆. They all so cute and sweet. 🥰

  • @anono1432
    @anono1432 5 місяців тому +22

    Kiawentiio is one of the most talented upcoming actresses out there and it’s sad that “fans” on twitter have already started misconstructing everything she says before she barely made it in the industry.

    • @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1
      @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1 5 місяців тому +1

      What is there to misconstrue? She said the original had a lot of ‘iffy’ moments in regard to one of the character tropes that teach ‘sexism = bad.’ There’s only one way to interpret that statement. No matter how right or wrong she is, you should not say anything like that about a critically acclaimed original as an actor in an adaptation of said original, especially since it definitely doesn’t have ‘iffy’ moments besides that one with Iroh in Season 1. She doesn’t deserve any hate for this, and I haven’t seen any personal attacks on her. However, that statement was just dumb, and it’s an honest mistake that she’ll learn from. You can’t always be right and have everything be perfect.

    • @Brandedboyfilmz
      @Brandedboyfilmz 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@YouYubeEnjoyerNum1 i would insult you ,but your not worth my time rather I'll just let you grow to maturity

    • @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1
      @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1 5 місяців тому +1

      @@Brandedboyfilmz So your first thought is to insult me and then you say, 'I'll just let you grow to maturity'. Is this comment supposed to be ironic? How exactly did I hurt you so much? My initial comment was very much on the light side, just analyzing her quote, so such a reaction speaks a lot about you, Victor.

    • @ZverseZ
      @ZverseZ 5 місяців тому

      @@YouYubeEnjoyerNum1people are allowed to have opinions 😂 she could’ve just kept quiet but I wouldn’t call her opinions a “mistake” 😂
      Unless I read ur statement wrong or something

  • @cheeseboyt8672
    @cheeseboyt8672 5 місяців тому +89

    My heart goes out to this cast. It’s so sad that people forget that none of them are super experienced with acting, and have a lot of weight on their shoulders with this show. They all look so tense here. They are just kids. You can tell they are being more careful about what they say, after what happened last time.

    • @exoticeditz8863
      @exoticeditz8863 5 місяців тому +31

      Same I hate how tense the atmosphere feels in this interview. The hate is just a very loud minority of people so hopefully it doesn’t get to their heads. Majority of atla fans are supportive, by the time the show comes out everyone will forget and move on

    • @ohitsjustme.890
      @ohitsjustme.890 5 місяців тому +1

      What happened last time?

    • @exoticeditz8863
      @exoticeditz8863 5 місяців тому +11

      @@ohitsjustme.890 kiawentiio (Katara) briefly mentioned in a previous interview that the writers toned down elements of Sokka’s sexism. Clickbait articles blew what she said out of proportion and big UA-camrs took this as an opportunity to rag on the actors. All over tiktok and twitter there are people complaining about avatar becoming “woke” or whatever

    • @animalfinatic9366
      @animalfinatic9366 5 місяців тому +5

      exactly! But I have faith in them. There are so many haters because their negative people. But any person with a right mind can see they can have faith with this cast.

  • @glendapatterson13
    @glendapatterson13 5 місяців тому +8

    Kiawentiio always looks beautiful in all the outfits I see her in. This outfit is in my top 5 favorite looks of her 🫶🏼🖤😍

  • @ShaniquaUtande
    @ShaniquaUtande 5 місяців тому +31

    I see chemistry between Kiawentio and Dallas🔥🌊

    • @adrianamontalvo7472
      @adrianamontalvo7472 5 місяців тому +4

      I think she has more chemistry with Ian 😭

    • @lila6739
      @lila6739 5 місяців тому +6

      Then you clearly don’t have little siblings because this is exactly how you tease them.

    • @JustAria-y7j
      @JustAria-y7j 5 місяців тому +3

      Roses are red
      Violets are blue
      I have 5 fingers
      The middle one is for you

    • @ShaniquaUtande
      @ShaniquaUtande 5 місяців тому +4

      @@JustAria-y7j
      Roses are red
      Violets are blue
      God made me pretty
      What happened to u😱

    • @JustAria-y7j
      @JustAria-y7j 5 місяців тому +3

      @@ShaniquaUtande roses are red
      Violets are blue
      It’s spelled Kiawentiio
      Are you slow?

  • @Hiphop618
    @Hiphop618 5 місяців тому +32

    They’re so shy and sweet I love them 🥰

  • @rftg1793
    @rftg1793 5 місяців тому +16

    The chemistry between them I love it sm 🥺✨ like another comment said they’re just kids and doing the best they can I feel so proud of them somehow :’)

  • @kiwiguwrl
    @kiwiguwrl 5 місяців тому +19

    The way dallas said: "I loved it" to Kiawentiio 🥺

    • @Verozaman
      @Verozaman 5 місяців тому

      5:03

    • @muthieuu
      @muthieuu Місяць тому

      omg🥹 i just noticed

  • @devanmoran
    @devanmoran 5 місяців тому +18

    Gordon was born to play aang (:

  • @annoyed_sister
    @annoyed_sister 5 місяців тому +33

    Gordon's growing so fast omg

    • @elkaidred0512
      @elkaidred0512 5 місяців тому +4

      Child actors do be like that. He's gonna be taller than her in book 2 watch 😂

    • @exposed231
      @exposed231 5 місяців тому

      Is he half French?

    • @amby8719
      @amby8719 5 місяців тому

      @@exposed231yes

  • @thebest3702
    @thebest3702 5 місяців тому +29

    Great interview and answers from Gordon too. Hopefully no more talking on plot details until it comes out.

  • @animalfinatic9366
    @animalfinatic9366 5 місяців тому +7

    They definitely chose the right person for Aang. With all the cast actually!

  • @devanmoran
    @devanmoran 5 місяців тому +5

    Gordon is adorable

  • @hyunjun_staymoa
    @hyunjun_staymoa 3 місяці тому

    1:45 I'M OBSESSED WITH THEIR CHEMISTRY TOGETHER 😭😭 ESPECIALLY IAN AND DALLAS

    • @user-gf2vq8bo3w
      @user-gf2vq8bo3w 3 місяці тому

      just look at 5:06 gordon and kiawentio🥺

  • @glendapatterson13
    @glendapatterson13 5 місяців тому +1

    I love this cast energy when their together ❤️

  • @vickylikesthis
    @vickylikesthis 5 місяців тому +12

    Gordon is so grown compared to when they shoot

  • @fayesversion
    @fayesversion 4 місяці тому +2

    With every flaw that this live action has, at the very least, they chose the right casting.. this cast is my favorite part about the show tbh, and the cgi, and effects.. it’s more of the writing that I have so many complaints about.. but this cast is such delight, and I think they did such a good job with their characters.. they’re great actors

  • @inamuri6006
    @inamuri6006 5 місяців тому +1

    They have amazing chemistry I love them so much

  • @leandro8265
    @leandro8265 5 місяців тому +10

    Gordon is amazing!⏬

  • @Com78655
    @Com78655 5 місяців тому +8

    I love them ❤

  • @arielbalangue6489
    @arielbalangue6489 5 місяців тому +1

    I cant wait to see it

  • @SaraCarrera-yf8tr
    @SaraCarrera-yf8tr 5 місяців тому

    My brother just passed, and the funeral is on the 23rd. I'm looking forward to watching the following week. Truthfully, atla is my safe space and has been helping me with moments of happiness, especially recently. 💚

    • @user-jt4oy1tf3i
      @user-jt4oy1tf3i 5 місяців тому

      😢😢 ahww my condolences.. i hope the new atla show will bring you joy and put a smile on your face and help process your loss. Enjoy the show!:)

    • @iimary_628
      @iimary_628 5 місяців тому +1

      I feel sad for you, I'm so sorry! In addition to being an avatar, we have a God to guide and guide us when we need help!!! God loves you and may he comfort your heart ❤❤❤

    • @paulapsantos
      @paulapsantos 5 місяців тому

      I'm so sorry for your loss. May God help you in this moment and confort your heart. ❤️

  • @Puckett.
    @Puckett. 5 місяців тому +3

    They seem way more calculated in their responses than before. A lot of hesitation before answers. I think showrunners told them their last interview didn’t go so well. A lot of negative reactions to how the story is changing.

    • @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1
      @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1 5 місяців тому +1

      Rightfully so, they're children and not established as actors. They may even misinterpret the truth. But you'd think the showrunner of the show would be wise enough to tell them that beforehand and also know that himself.

  • @SpecialOrder935
    @SpecialOrder935 5 місяців тому

    How many times did they say “ like “

  • @Kai-Kaci
    @Kai-Kaci 5 місяців тому +11

    It's like you know like i mean like it was like....
    They are kind of nervous when they talk aren't they?

    • @ronnies732
      @ronnies732 5 місяців тому +38

      They are, but there is nothing wrong with being nervous to speak. After interview, critics can be mean sometimes, I know what I am talking about i am a future journalist after all. And I would never take something out of a context without thoroughly research, without an understanding what the heck going on. They are doing amazing. And we love them for that💖

    • @amenda-lj2mm
      @amenda-lj2mm 5 місяців тому +40

      The internet hasn’t been kind to them and they are all young and inexperienced. I think as press goes on they’ll become more comfortable.

    • @ronnies732
      @ronnies732 5 місяців тому +16

      @@amenda-lj2mm the reason why social media is sucks so much hatred, so much jealousy.
      People are seeking for comfort and support but in the end they are getting this

    • @Eternal.Summers
      @Eternal.Summers 5 місяців тому +9

      It's almost as if they are young with a lot of pressure and nerves. What an unnecessary way to speak of their nervousness.

  • @abifirmans
    @abifirmans 5 місяців тому

    Is Gordon's voice just hoarse or is he transitioning into adolescence?

  • @kayazuko
    @kayazuko 5 місяців тому +4

    Shes being careful about what she says now😂

    • @ssnnmmbbhhrr2993
      @ssnnmmbbhhrr2993 5 місяців тому +27

      You happy now?

    • @ditto1867
      @ditto1867 5 місяців тому +2

      why? did something happen?

    • @ssnnmmbbhhrr2993
      @ssnnmmbbhhrr2993 5 місяців тому

      ​Poor girl just said that they toned sokka's sexism down and some people took that personal​ly@@ditto1867

    • @rockandfashion7207
      @rockandfashion7207 5 місяців тому +13

      @@ditto1867she said in an interview that they would be toning down Sokka’s sexism (not eliminating, but toning down) and people took the opportunity to rag on the show saying it would be trash and that woke culture was ruining everything, basically blowing up what she said out of proportion. I’m guessing she received backlash from that.

    • @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1
      @YouYubeEnjoyerNum1 5 місяців тому +3

      @@rockandfashion7207 she did not say "toned down", that was a news site's interpretation of her quote.