: Due to security concerns, the production was denied access to a U.S. military base in Kuwait; instead, it was filmed on location in Jordan to maintain its realistic aesthetic. Major Themes & Features
: It was James Cameron, director of Avatar , who convinced his ex-wife Kathryn Bigelow to direct The Hurt Locker . The two films later competed directly at the 82nd Academy Awards, where The Hurt Locker won Best Picture and Best Director. The Hurt Locker
: The term "hurt locker" is Vietnam-era military slang for a "world of pain" or a state of deep physical/emotional trauma. In the context of the Iraq War, it refers to the impact of an explosion. : Due to security concerns, the production was