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DunkaccinoMay 3, 2023

Jurassic Park is a technical landmark, and it proves that Spielberg is a gifted director who can make simple escapism into something more special.

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DolphinReviewsJul 20, 2022

An absolute classic film that aged well. The animatronics used in the film look better than most modern productions. It's a must see movie.

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iProm3theu5Sep 8, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In a world where a theme park filled with real-life dinosaurs is the ultimate tourist attraction, what could possibly go wrong? That's the question posed by Steven Spielberg's 1993 cinematic masterpiece, "Jurassic Park." And the answer? Well, let's just say things get a tiny bit chaotic.

From the moment John Hammond (played with sprightly optimism by Richard Attenborough) utters the words, "Welcome to Jurassic Park," we're transported to an island where the wonders of science, hubris, and nature collide in a symphony of awe and, occasionally, sheer terror.

The film delivers a visually sumptuous feast of prehistoric marvels. Remember that first glimpse of the Brachiosaurus munching away on treetops? Or the heart-thumping dread of the T-Rex's approach, signaled by those iconic ripples in a cup of water? Spielberg masterfully marries practical effects with early CGI, creating dinosaurs that feel so real you'd think you could reach out and pat one (though, for safety's sake, please refrain).

Our cast of characters, from the skeptical Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill) to the tenacious Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), are equally compelling. Jeff Goldblum's Dr. Ian Malcolm, with his dark charm and zany one-liners, is a scene-stealer, making chaos theory sound way sexier than it has any right to be. And let's not forget the kids, Lex and Tim, who remind us that while adults are busy discussing ethics and playing God, someone has to figure out how to reboot a computer system and save the day.

On the humor front, "Jurassic Park" serves up a buffet of comedic moments to balance out the nail-biting tension. From the sarcastic quips of Malcolm ("Life, uh, finds a way") to the sheer irony of a T-Rex saving the day in a grandiose finale (no spoilers, but let's just say it's a cinematic "clap back" for the ages), there's no shortage of chuckles amidst the chaos.

In conclusion, "Jurassic Park" isn't just a movie about dinosaurs. It's a tale of wonder, ambition, and the unpredictable consequences of meddling with Mother Nature. And while it might make you rethink that dream of opening a dino-themed amusement park, it will undoubtedly reaffirm your love for cinema's ability to transport, amaze, and delight.

So, if you're in the mood for a film that combines cutting-edge science, age-old ethical dilemmas, and an occasional bout of dino-induced indigestion (RIP, goat), look no further. Spielberg's dino classic remains an enduring testament to the magic of movies and the perils of underestimating Velociraptors.

Remember, folks: Just because we can, doesn't mean we should. But when it comes to watching "Jurassic Park"? We definitely should.… Expand

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C.B.Nov 6, 2007

fun to look at, but overrated

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JacobJun 1, 2015

Jurassic Park is a fun dinosaur movie with good morals. Normally I’m not too big on action but it is well handled. The film creates likeable/relatable characters, builds up the threat of the dinosaurs, uses mostly practical effects, and whileJurassic Park is a fun dinosaur movie with good morals. Normally I’m not too big on action but it is well handled. The film creates likeable/relatable characters, builds up the threat of the dinosaurs, uses mostly practical effects, and while it may take a while for the film to get to the action when it gets there it is fun and well earned being intense along with wonderful to look at. While the film has some nice morals they do feel a little forced in as they are mainly delivered through exposition while the action is fun and entertaining. Jurassic Park is a fun movie that doesn’t need a sequel but it is getting a fourth one.… Expand

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StevenFFeb 2, 2013

In a generation where Jurassic Park was the pinnacle of CGI, its hard not to admire this thrilling and suspenseful adventure, but there are stumbling blocks which stopped this film from reaching its full potential.
When a wealthy visionaryIn a generation where Jurassic Park was the pinnacle of CGI, its hard not to admire this thrilling and suspenseful adventure, but there are stumbling blocks which stopped this film from reaching its full potential.
When a wealthy visionary (Richard Attenborough) needs expert approval before he can open is state of the art biological theme park, he turns to palaeontologist Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and paleobotonist Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) for approval, due to the fact that there are living, breathing dinosaurs on the park, cloned from DNA of the creatures millions of years before.
What ensues is greed, corruption, and the goal of wanting to be remembered as revolutionising how humans and dinosaurs can co-exist.
When a power cut drops all security defences on the enclosures, its a fight for life against beautifully rendered prehistoric creatures.
The build and tension is here, but its when the dinosaurs actually make an appearance that the movie start to become a little bland and it almost seems rushed, even though this is 120min plus film.
Spielberg has created mastery in telling an excellent story, but the chemistry between the characters feels to forced and unnecessary, and it seemed premature to put Jeff Goldblum's eccentric character out of use so early with a bad leg.
Saying that, the performances of Neill and Dern are strong, but the device of using shock and awe/wait for amazement does tend to overpower these performances.
Its excellent for its generation, certainly better than the second instalment, but could have reached heights had it not been for a more concerning promotion of the technology at work here, a milestone of its own behalf, but could easily have been better.… Expand

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LandFApr 19, 2012

Jurassic Park is surprisingly good, and I say "surprisingly," because I didn't know how much more I really wanted to watch after the first hour. Roughly the first 60 minutes is contaminated with utter boredom. In fact, most of this first hourJurassic Park is surprisingly good, and I say "surprisingly," because I didn't know how much more I really wanted to watch after the first hour. Roughly the first 60 minutes is contaminated with utter boredom. In fact, most of this first hour wasn't even necessary. If I could crop out the 5-10 minutes of the first hour that were important, I imagine that the audience would still understand what was happening. Maybe it was just my inner-boy speaking, but I wanted to see some dinosaurs for cryin' out loud! But I digress. (To the film's credit, though, we do see some dinos before they begin their reign of terror, but most are in the background, one we only get a glimpse of his claw and eye. Only one dino is fully exposed, and it doesn't really do anything. And before the dinos start attacking, we see two more; a baby, as well as a sick triceratops). After you get past the first hour, the film quickly picks up. I won't say how many, but people do die (and we see two dismembered body parts before the film is over). To be honest, I've never seen a film that would truly qualify as "scary," but this certainly "freaked me out." I always thought dinos were terrifying creatures, but now that fear has been greatly multiplied. In addition to an excellent job on making the dinos appear so suddenly (you'll probably be startled by an un-expected reptile at least once), the dinos look incredibly real, despite the fact that this film is nearly 20 years old. The characters in the film weren't quite one-dimensional, but they weren't very fleshed out either. The plot was slightly outrageous, but if you can force yourself to believe it, the film is much more enjoyable. The score by legendary composer, John Williams, was something of a disappointment. This is by far the worst I've heard from him, though it's not that bad. It's serviceable, and sometimes, that's all one can ask for. Though there are times when the music is a little irritating and repetitive. The film is lots of fun, and it's truly scary. There are some comedy elements, but it's mostly for the fright and joy of seeing people chased by dinos. So, if that's what you came for, you won't be disappointed. That is, if you can get past that first hour.… Expand

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SpangleAug 31, 2014

This one is certainly a ton of fun. The special effects are killer (lul) and the excitement they help to build is truly why Jurassic Park has gone down as a classic. Now, a lot of that is also likely thanks to 90s nostalgia and kidsThis one is certainly a ton of fun. The special effects are killer (lul) and the excitement they help to build is truly why Jurassic Park has gone down as a classic. Now, a lot of that is also likely thanks to 90s nostalgia and kids overhyping the movies they saw when they were 10, but all the same, Jurassic Park's special effects are a sight to behold. The terror and thrills are also ever present and really add an extra level of excitement to this one as you watch these huge beasts attack these people with childlike wonder. However, once you get snapped out of that childlike wonder, there are some issues, namely the acting. Laura Dern sucks here. The kids are not stellar. Then Richard Attenborough (RIP) is nothing more than alright. Luckily, Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill, and Wayne Knight, are all fine, which is a plus. However, the acting of Dern is the true cause of much of my distress, as she was just straight up bad. There are also some cheesy scenes that really detract from the overall product. However, as a whole, Jurassic Park is very exciting and the special effects are just too impressive to look away even when the acting sucks.… Expand

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JawsLaxerDramaDec 27, 2012

Props to Steven Spielberg for creating a great movie! It is not the best movie ever made, or one of them, but it is still a treat to watch! The visual effects are top-notch and I enjoyed the action. A little slow during the first 10 minutes,Props to Steven Spielberg for creating a great movie! It is not the best movie ever made, or one of them, but it is still a treat to watch! The visual effects are top-notch and I enjoyed the action. A little slow during the first 10 minutes, but it does pick up. Diagnosis: See it!… Expand

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shwanziApr 23, 2013

You can read my review/retrospective of the recent 3D re-release of "Jurassic Park" here http://geektasticfilmreviews.blogspot.com/2013/04/jurassic-park-3d.html

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Mordovan89Mar 5, 2014

This great, very nice and the composition is almost epic John Williams. But time was boring and there was more action adventure, a detail that does not fit in this movie. I actually like the music more than the plot. This is what I think ofThis great, very nice and the composition is almost epic John Williams. But time was boring and there was more action adventure, a detail that does not fit in this movie. I actually like the music more than the plot. This is what I think of this work.… Expand

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Crozexon301Nov 12, 2018

Jurassic Park is a sci-fi/fantasy film that was directed by Steven Spielberg and originally released on June 11, 1993. This film is based on a book named "Jurassic Park" by Michael Crichton. This reviewer has only 1 copy of this film onJurassic Park is a sci-fi/fantasy film that was directed by Steven Spielberg and originally released on June 11, 1993. This film is based on a book named "Jurassic Park" by Michael Crichton. This reviewer has only 1 copy of this film on Blu-Ray, and his name is Samuel Bachman.… Expand

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FilipeNetoFeb 12, 2018

A good movie, with some suspense.

This film tells the story of John Hammond, an eccentric millionaire, and his dream of creating a theme park with living dinosaurs, recreated from the remains of its former genetic material. But the parkA good movie, with some suspense.

This film tells the story of John Hammond, an eccentric millionaire, and his dream of creating a theme park with living dinosaurs, recreated from the remains of its former genetic material. But the park becomes out of control due to a sabotage act who will put everyone in danger.

This film is one of the most remarkable of Steven Spielberg, helping the director to consolidate his career and reputation in films outside of the sci-fi genre. And there is no doubt that this is an excellent film, with an innovative script which exploits a theme little-seen in the movies of that era: the dinosaurs. Also the pseudo-scientific theories used to give logic to the act of "recreating" these animals are interesting, almost making the audience believe that could be possible in real life. The subject of cloning was controversial at the time and was a bit fashionable because of some investigations that had been made recently in this field. In addition to the skill and talent of Spielberg as director and screenwriter, also have a good cast of actors, headed by Sam Neill, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum in the main roles, a group of paleontologists and scholars who visited the theme park before he is officially allowed to open to the public. Richard Attenborough, the extraordinary English actor, also comes in this film, playing the naive and dreamy Mr. Hammond.

This film was a huge success in the nineties. I was a child at the time but, like many others of my generation, I lived the magic of the dinosaurs, which became fashionable thanks to this film. Moreover, we still feel a special attraction for these animals, we have never seen or know exactly how they were, but we wanted to know better. For this, and for the suspense that the film provides, this is a movie that deserves to be in our living room.… Expand

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FreddoFazbeardoApr 15, 2020

I like this movie, it's funny and it's also epic, but there are parts that I just didn't like.

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hoops2448Sep 20, 2011

The main problem I had with jurassic park is that it doesn't live up to the incredibly high calibre of the cast and crew. Actors like sam neill and samuel l jackson are stuck in a simplistic action film with not much going for it. Don't getThe main problem I had with jurassic park is that it doesn't live up to the incredibly high calibre of the cast and crew. Actors like sam neill and samuel l jackson are stuck in a simplistic action film with not much going for it. Don't get me wrong, steven spielberg brings his directing flair elevating this above your average monster film but the sub par script doesn't allow for character development with wayne knights character being a laughably stupid character. For that matter its nice to see that spielberg sticks to the convention that all characters in a monster movie are remarkably dumb. Overall the movie can provide long moments of tension and some great set pieces but not much else.… Expand

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MadMaxFuryRoadJun 22, 2015

Definitely a bit overrated, but still watchable. The movie was boring and slow but finally caught up to all the hype. It's worth watching if you just want to see crazy dinosaurs killing humans in gruesome ways.

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AnttiMar 24, 2008

Very generic action film with novelty effects. watchable once, but mostly boring.

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XSmile2008Apr 27, 2023

They handle genetic science to brew dinosaurs, but they didn't manage to create separate security system! And whole facility was controller by ONE stereotypical nerd software engineer! If you somehow connected to science or engineering, I doThey handle genetic science to brew dinosaurs, but they didn't manage to create separate security system! And whole facility was controller by ONE stereotypical nerd software engineer! If you somehow connected to science or engineering, I do not recommend watching this movie.… Expand

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Kylenine1Mar 20, 2014

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Here's the thing about the first Jurassic Park film. It's a very slow pace movie. Once the movie gets going then it's good. But for awhile it drags. The effects are extremely well done. The storyline is amazing.( ALL ENTERTAINMENT)
Here's the thing about the first Jurassic Park film. It's a very slow pace movie. Once the movie gets going then it's good. But for awhile it drags. The effects are extremely well done. The storyline is amazing. Everything was on key including the cinematography. I have to give it a score of 4 out of 10 though because the beginning is extremely slow. But other than that, it was amazing.

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AStupidGoatMageJan 19, 2019

This makes me think why Jurassic Park has 8.1 on IMDB, the plot is so stupid that people looks stupid for don't notice how predictable is. The acting is just AWKWARD! The jokes are so terrible that you even don't know that it had. The movieThis makes me think why Jurassic Park has 8.1 on IMDB, the plot is so stupid that people looks stupid for don't notice how predictable is. The acting is just AWKWARD! The jokes are so terrible that you even don't know that it had. The movie needed a comedian to do the villain, A COMEDIAN! Not even close to the source material that was the novel. JP just made sucess for the special effects lmao. The first half is so boring, and the suspense is soooo inexistent!… Expand

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Toasty87Jul 12, 2020

A cult classic to many to me though I think it's drags with terrible casting.

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BroyaxJun 22, 2017

Il est décidément très loin le temps des Dents de la mer où le Sieur Spielberg parvenait à construire une tension palpable et ne se reposait pas uniquement sur les effets spéciaux numériques. Des effets d'ailleurs très inégaux ici, car laIl est décidément très loin le temps des Dents de la mer où le Sieur Spielberg parvenait à construire une tension palpable et ne se reposait pas uniquement sur les effets spéciaux numériques. Des effets d'ailleurs très inégaux ici, car la moitié du temps ça fait bien toc comme une pathétique camelote de supermarché. Toutefois, l'autre moitié avec le tyranno et les vélos sont toujours fort convaincants, heureusement !

Hélas, le film peine à démarrer et il faut poireauter trois bons quarts d'heure de remplissage "on s'en fout" avant que les dinos commencent à faire la fête. En outre, ce Jurassic vise clairement un jeune public avec deux chiards qui jouent à cache-cache avec les grosses bêbêtes (ololol) et qui ne se font même pas bouffer ! globalement la violence est incroyablement édulcorée alors qu'on a pourtant à disposition les bêtes les plus féroces de toute la Création...

Diffficile de s'inquiéter ou de commencer à s'inquiéter pour nos "héros" qui se tirent de toutes les embûches avec facilité tout en taillant le bout de gras à intervalles réguliers : on voudrait seulement que ces dinos soient moins cons et fassent ripaille de ces branques ! si on avait confié le projet à un certain Paul Verhoeven, le résultat eut été tout autre et beaucoup plus mordant...

Il faut donc se contenter de cette foire à neuneus poussive et bâclée, et tellement bête qu'on dirait une production Disney !… Expand

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EricJJan 1, 2008

The most overrated movie of all time.

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12anApr 3, 2022

Jurassic Park is mindless eye candy. What little plot there is in the novel was stripped away in the film to create a pointless story of dinosaurs eating people. I suspect that, as digital special effect improve, the film will fall into oblivion.

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