Actress Sues James Cameron and Disney

May 6, 2026, 22:14
USEntertainment

Introduction

Actress Q’orianka Kilcher is suing James Cameron and Disney. She says they used her face for the character Neytiri in the movie Avatar without her permission.

Main Body

In 2005, James Cameron saw a photo of Kilcher. She was 14 years old. He used her chin and mouth to design the character Neytiri. He gave these designs to other artists to make the movie. Kilcher did not know about this for many years. In 2010, Cameron gave her a drawing. He said she was an inspiration. But he did not give her a job in the movie. Now, Kilcher is angry. She saw a video where Cameron said he used her face. Her lawyers say this is not art. They say it is theft for money.

Conclusion

The court will decide the case. James Cameron and Disney have not spoken about it yet.

Learning

🕒 The 'Past' Secret

Look at how we describe things that already happened. Most words just get an -ed at the end.

  • Use →\rightarrow Used*
  • Design →\rightarrow Designed*
  • Sue →\rightarrow Sued*

Wait! Some words are rebels. They don't follow the -ed rule. You just have to memorize them:

  • See →\rightarrow Saw (Example: Cameron saw a photo)
  • Give →\rightarrow Gave (Example: He gave these designs)
  • Say →\rightarrow Said (Example: She said they used her face)

Quick Tip: When you see a date like 2005 or 2010, your brain should immediately look for these 'Past' words!

Vocabulary Learning

actress (n.)
A woman who performs in movies or plays.
Example:She is an actress in the new film.
suing (v.)
Taking legal action against someone.
Example:She is suing the company for damages.
used (v.)
Made use of.
Example:He used the picture to create a new design.
face (n.)
The front part of a person's head.
Example:She likes to see her own face in the mirror.
character (n.)
A person in a story or play.
Example:The character was brave and kind.
movie (n.)
A story shown on a screen.
Example:They watched a movie last night.
design (n.)
A plan or drawing that shows how something will look.
Example:The design of the house is modern.
artist (n.)
Someone who creates art.
Example:The artist painted a beautiful landscape.
angry (adj.)
Feeling strong displeasure.
Example:He was angry when he heard the news.
court (n.)
A place where legal cases are decided.
Example:The court will hear the arguments tomorrow.