Jurassic World (2015) (English Language)

Review

124min

Genre:    Action, Adventure

Director: Colin Trevorrow

Cast:      Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Vincent D’Onofrio…and more

Writers : Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver, Derek Connolly…and more

On the original island where the tragic events of ‘Jurassic Park’ took place and after 10 years of a successfully run international “Dino-park”, the novelty starts to wear off and profits are squeezed prompting management to create a genetically engineered “super-dinosaur” as an attraction, unsurprisingly the consequences are disastrous in the 4th installment of the “Jurassic Park” franchise.

When we first saw the trailer for ‘Jurassic World’ our expectations dipped below their already low level after this film was originally announced, no “Jurassic” sequel will ever live up to the original given the inherent lack of discovery and wonderment and considering the cynical nature of modern audiences, despite all this we have to say that for what it is ‘Jurassic World’ proved to be surprisingly entertaining.

 Yes the storyline is repetitive & predictable and the secondary thread with the Velociraptors just plain silly, plus considering the 22 years of technological advancement since ‘Jurassic Park’ the CGI effects here are not that impressive, but with an infusion of comedy and the irresistible charms of Chris Pratt added to the huge action set-pieces and the majesty of the park itself, ‘Jurassic World’ has captured just enough of the original’s elements to make it a thoroughly entertaining thrill-ride.

 Story-wise the film continues the theme or warning against the manipulation of nature for corporate gain, rather ironic considering the distinct corporate nature of the movie, there’s also a clear reverence for the original with constant references to characters and events and the use of core elements from the iconic John Williams score.

 The Bottom Line…

While it doesn’t hold a candle to the Spielberg original, ‘Jurassic World’ is by far the best of the “Jurassic” sequels and has just about enough to make it a fun thrill ride and a worthy summer “popcorn” blockbuster.

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