Exclusive Look: How Actors Become Avatars in James Cameron's World

ABC News got a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the studio where the "Avatar" films are made. Chief meteorologist Ginger Zee led the exclusive visit. The segment shows how director James Cameron and his team use advanced technology. They transform human actors into the fictional, blue-skinned Na'vi characters. This process involves performance capture. Actors wear special suits with sensors that record their movements and expressions. Filmmakers then use this data to create the digital avatars seen in the movies. The technology allows the actors' performances to shine through the computer-generated characters. This blend of human artistry and digital innovation is a hallmark of the "Avatar" franchise.