Ummm… how do I do this and still manage your expectations? This movie is awesome! No, it sucked… no, really, it’s awesome… expectation management, let me try it again. If you go in expecting Jurassic Park III, then, you’ll be blown away.
The latest instalment in this iconic franchise, which many thought, long dead, is basically the first Jurassic Park with some minor adjustments. Jurassic Park has been turned into Jurassic World, the amusement park which the old dude in the white suit envisaged is brought to life, bigger and more spectacular than anyone could have imagined.
It is over 20 years since the horrifying events of Jurassic Park, a legacy which Jurassic World is well versed in, yet, believe will not actually repeat itself. Yes, you get it, there’s not much there which you’re not rolling your eyes over. This is the same situation as the first movie, it’s just done a hell of a lot better.
The plot line flows more naturally, but essentially, it’s the same story as the first one. And for that, I have nothing to say, I really don’t even care to be honest, it’s just that well made. There are a few minor substitutions, which are greatly welcomed. The annoying screaming teenage girl is replaced by a less annoying teenage boy. The old dude who owns the park is replaced by a very pretty Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) as the CEO of the theme park, and Masrani (Irrfan Khan) as the owner. The hero who saves the day is a very dashing and practical Owen (Chris Pratt), and the idiot employee who does the double cross is also divided and played by various actors.
The story is nothing new, and you won’t feel as though you’re being challenged, but you will not care in the slightest. There are movie clichés galore, and at times, the chemistry is a little lacking between Ron Howard’s daughter and Anna Farris’ husband, but hey, it’s cool. Let’s just get on with it and see more dinosaurs.
Chris Pratt proves that he truly is a movie star, the man can hold his own and carry a movie, even when there are dinosaurs around, you still want to watch his reaction. Chris has come a long way in the last two years. Is it any wonder why he’s everywhere now? I want to be Owen, he’s so cool.
This movie is filled with so much awe that you’ll want to be there with someone who’s a little jumpy. There were so many moments where I was “No no no no no no”, hoping to save the poor sod on screen.
Colin Trevorrow (writer and Director) has done a really good job with putting this movie together. Honestly, I thought Spielberg directed it, it had that Spielberg feel.
Everything in this movie is bigger and better and more capitalised. I knew what was coming, with a combination of the trailer and obvious plotline progression, yet, I was jumping in my seat and cheering when what I hoped would happen, happens.
Go see this, but go in with low expectations, you will have a blast. It’s not so hard, the trailer above really isn’t all that inspiring. If you’re going in there with high expectations, I guess that’s at your risk of your own enjoyment. My tip to you, is to ensure you have nothing in your hands after about 30 minutes into the movie.
Rating: 8/10, I thought it was better than the original, and with my low expectations, Jurassic World was just enjoyable. Pratt (Anna Farris’ husband) is so good in this.
See it again: Yes, I need to take Boyfriend to this!
Worth my time: Yes, I wasn’t much of a fan of the original franchise, but this one just blew my mind, the dinosaurs just looked so real. No cutting the special effects budget here, they went all out.
Take my mother: Yes, definitely yes, I might take both Boyfriend and the parentals at the same time. Mum will scream and it’ll be so funny.
Talking points: Hello? Dinosaurs…
Annoyance factor: 2/10, The chemistry was lacking between the two leads, but who cares man, I went to see the dinosaurs and how these idiots were going to escape. Oh, and Judy Greer only had the most minor or roles, her usual brand of sarcasm and wit would have been a hoot to watch. I wonder what she could have brought to the situation where she’s food?
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