stuartjamesferguson
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I still remember the first time I stepped into a cinema-it was 1993, and Jurassic Park was playing. A film doesn't just define my love for movies and dinosaurs; it set the gold standard for cinematic wonder, suspense, and storytelling. Nearly three decades later, I walked into Jurassic World: Rebirth hoping for even a glimpse of that same magic. What I found instead was a tired, frustrating mess that left me wondering how far this franchise has strayed.
Let's start with the story-if we can call it that. Yet again, we're served another muddled attempt at world domination with dinosaurs shoehorned in as a plot device. The premise feels recycled, stretched thin, and lazily reassembled. It's as though the screenwriters believe simply including dinosaurs is enough to carry a story, regardless of logic or originality.
Even more disappointing is the portrayal of the dinosaurs themselves. Gone is the awe-inspiring realism that once made these creatures both terrifying and beautiful. What we're left with are prehistoric caricatures-alien-like predators that can sneak through shadows like ninjas one moment, only to stumble about like wounded livestock when it's time to actually attack. The inconsistency in their behavior is not only baffling-it kills any tension the film tries to build.
Perhaps the most egregious offence, however, is the acting. With the exception of the young girl-whose performance was surprisingly grounded and believable-the cast delivers a collection of stilted, overacted lines, peppered with awkward "Hey! Look!" reactions that feel more like a school play than a Hollywood blockbuster.
At this point, I have to ask: Is it too much to hope for a Jurassic chapter that trusts the audience's intelligence? One where dinosaurs are the true focus rather than cameo appearances, and the story is tight, believable, and grounded in the same wonder that made the original so unforgettable?
Jurassic World: Rebirth feels like a cynical cash grab rather than a heartfelt continuation of a beloved legacy. Instead of evolution, we've gotten extinction-level disappointment.
Let's start with the story-if we can call it that. Yet again, we're served another muddled attempt at world domination with dinosaurs shoehorned in as a plot device. The premise feels recycled, stretched thin, and lazily reassembled. It's as though the screenwriters believe simply including dinosaurs is enough to carry a story, regardless of logic or originality.
Even more disappointing is the portrayal of the dinosaurs themselves. Gone is the awe-inspiring realism that once made these creatures both terrifying and beautiful. What we're left with are prehistoric caricatures-alien-like predators that can sneak through shadows like ninjas one moment, only to stumble about like wounded livestock when it's time to actually attack. The inconsistency in their behavior is not only baffling-it kills any tension the film tries to build.
Perhaps the most egregious offence, however, is the acting. With the exception of the young girl-whose performance was surprisingly grounded and believable-the cast delivers a collection of stilted, overacted lines, peppered with awkward "Hey! Look!" reactions that feel more like a school play than a Hollywood blockbuster.
At this point, I have to ask: Is it too much to hope for a Jurassic chapter that trusts the audience's intelligence? One where dinosaurs are the true focus rather than cameo appearances, and the story is tight, believable, and grounded in the same wonder that made the original so unforgettable?
Jurassic World: Rebirth feels like a cynical cash grab rather than a heartfelt continuation of a beloved legacy. Instead of evolution, we've gotten extinction-level disappointment.
I used to really enjoy this series, the first 2 seasons were fun, easy going and relatively enjoyable as chilled evening watch.
Then season 3 arrives and the character interactions and so sickly, each being the best person in the world, with perfect morales and impeccable grammar. I understand the idea to paint an idyllic setting and likable characters, along with soft and inoffensive story lines, but season 3 goes way beyond that with almost every line and plot twist encouraging a sigh and an eye roll. I just live in hope there is a huge plot twist and massive tragedy which turns everyone against each other. Maybe a serial killer or they're actually all deceased and Serenity is actually heaven...
Then season 3 arrives and the character interactions and so sickly, each being the best person in the world, with perfect morales and impeccable grammar. I understand the idea to paint an idyllic setting and likable characters, along with soft and inoffensive story lines, but season 3 goes way beyond that with almost every line and plot twist encouraging a sigh and an eye roll. I just live in hope there is a huge plot twist and massive tragedy which turns everyone against each other. Maybe a serial killer or they're actually all deceased and Serenity is actually heaven...