Jurassic Park
Universal Pictures | Release Date: June 11, 1993
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TitaniumDragonNov 30, 2008
Frankly, this movie is grealty underrated by critics, which just goes to show that while critics sometimes hit, sometimes they miss as well. While it is true that Titanic was awful, and made more money than it ever deserved to, ten years Frankly, this movie is grealty underrated by critics, which just goes to show that while critics sometimes hit, sometimes they miss as well. While it is true that Titanic was awful, and made more money than it ever deserved to, ten years later no one remembers it. People remember Jurassic Park. The reality is that Jurassic Park was the beginning of an era. Up to that point, no one had done something nearly so ambitious. The effort gone into making the movie shows; the dinosaurs look amazing, and this movie pulls off something VERY few movies have done - seamless CG. The dinosaurs look like they're really there, and you can't tell when they're using animatronics and when they're using CG. Its amazing, and the movie is a visual masterpiece. Indeed, I would go so far as to argue that no movie since has managed the same level of realism with their CG monsters, simply because everyone is lazy. Comparing this to later movies, such as the new Star Wars movies, makes the Star Wars movies look dated and amateurish. But its not JUST the dinosaurs and their wonderful visuals. Its also a very solid plotline of man doing things with science, and due to arrogance get in real trouble. Sadly, it doesn't contain some of the awesome plotpoints of the book which underscore this, such as their automated tracking system which has an internal cap as to how many dinosaurs it would display because they only assumed that the number of dinosaurs could go down, not up. Sadly, this plot point is lost, so the hubris is lessened. Even so, while this movie isn't the best in terms of plot, it manages to be a great movie. While not a 10, its a 9 - a movie that everyone should see, because it is that good. Some of the characters aren't that great, but others are excellent, and overall the movie is a great effort and is fun to watch. In the end, a movie like this exists to entertain and maybe make people think about some possiblities, and this movie accomplishes both.… Expand
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C.B.Nov 6, 2007
fun to look at, but overrated
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JoshL.Dec 16, 2007
A modern classic.
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LetoAtreides82Jun 11, 2023
I remember watching it for the first time in 1993 and how much I enjoyed watching it and I still enjoy watching it now 30 years later and it's one of my favorite films of all time. Great job by the entire cast and the animatronics in thisI remember watching it for the first time in 1993 and how much I enjoyed watching it and I still enjoy watching it now 30 years later and it's one of my favorite films of all time. Great job by the entire cast and the animatronics in this film still look great today which is incredible.… Expand
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strangermoonMay 24, 2023
jp stay true classic most due to park theme and good use of dinos before they hairy. some parts of movie was scary and dark. its more reaslitc sience fiction make movie scary and real feeling espicaly on childs when we waching.
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imthenoobSep 15, 2021
It deserves the label of "classic" for a reason. Jurassic Park was ahead of its time and still holds up as an incredibly entertaining and fun movie to watch. You can't help but get sucked into it.
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Tessara_VejganJan 13, 2015
Rewatched it recently on BD. I haven't seen this movie in ages and its still as good as I remembered. Good story, decent acting, some nice effects for the that time.
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UtopianStuffMay 29, 2013
Jurassic Park is groundbreaking, engrossing, imaginative, and just amazing. I would watch it over and over again if I had the chance. There are 214 reviews of this movie, and 199 of them are positive, and if you watch the film, you'll seeJurassic Park is groundbreaking, engrossing, imaginative, and just amazing. I would watch it over and over again if I had the chance. There are 214 reviews of this movie, and 199 of them are positive, and if you watch the film, you'll see why. If you were ever interested in dinosaurs when you were little, you'll love this film, its like a dream come true for you. But for me, I never liked dinosaurs but I loved "Jurassic Park." Its a classic!… Expand
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10
DibbHansenJul 18, 2013
Jurassic Park packs in thrill, suspense, amazing visuals, great music and sensational acting all under the direct assurance of Steven Spielberg. This film triumphs in every major category. It is one of the greatest films of all time. AJurassic Park packs in thrill, suspense, amazing visuals, great music and sensational acting all under the direct assurance of Steven Spielberg. This film triumphs in every major category. It is one of the greatest films of all time. A sensational classical monument of film history. Spielberg triumphs again!… Expand
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TheApplegnomeJun 12, 2015
Jurassic Park is magical, innovative and a groundbreaking movie. The only question is if Jurassic World can live up to the hype?

The greatest aspect of this movie is the practical effects. Yes they are not superb in every scene, but itJurassic Park is magical, innovative and a groundbreaking movie. The only question is if Jurassic World can live up to the hype?

The greatest aspect of this movie is the practical effects. Yes they are not superb in every scene, but it made everything look real. It’s the same with the CGI. Both spectacular and vague, it depends on what it is. I can say this: the modern CGI doesn’t have to be better than the old. Jurassic Park is one eye popping movie! The combination with dinosaurs and the music is really something. It made the movie magical and almost touching! Most of the plot is built on teases, it wasn’t until the end of the second act the action really began. The small teases of dinosaurs is awesome, made the movie great! The plot it also a bit mysterious and it does have some ethical and deep messages to carry on. It made the movie epic, more than what I expected.

The directing is flawless. The cinematography is superb, especially in the opening scene! It’s the same with the actors; awesome. The only negative aspects are that the CGI is a bit vague (and the practical effects) and that it took too long for the movie to really start. But also that the ending was a bit too sudden. But it’s still an awesome movie.

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FranzHcriticNov 9, 2013
A true techno-thriller of dazzling special effects, vividly detailed plot elements, and a social allegory of how human greed need not be tempted by the prospects of science. 'Jurassic Park' is groundbreaking in CGI and proves Michael CrichtonA true techno-thriller of dazzling special effects, vividly detailed plot elements, and a social allegory of how human greed need not be tempted by the prospects of science. 'Jurassic Park' is groundbreaking in CGI and proves Michael Crichton can turn even the most convoluted ideas into believable achievements. Though not as deep as the novel, it fairs well enough to be called faithful.… Expand
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MovieGuysSep 16, 2013
A great dinosaur movie to keep the kids up all night, it has a little something for the older ones; a story. Unlike some other monster movie, this one actually goes into some character development and has some great special effects for theA great dinosaur movie to keep the kids up all night, it has a little something for the older ones; a story. Unlike some other monster movie, this one actually goes into some character development and has some great special effects for the year it came out.… Expand
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ThatCooperGuyJun 25, 2015
The nostalgia is still strong with this film, but it's definitely not my favorite movie from Spielberg. I liked the characters and thought the story was great, but the effects are starting to age, however they still look breath-taking in aThe nostalgia is still strong with this film, but it's definitely not my favorite movie from Spielberg. I liked the characters and thought the story was great, but the effects are starting to age, however they still look breath-taking in a lot of points. The dinosaurs are still awesome and the T-Rex is still the best character. Solid entertainment by Steven Spielberg.… Expand
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marcmyworksJun 18, 2015
A superb and innovative film that really grips the audience in its wonder and terror. This film is a strong part of my generation and easily is one of the best films of its time.
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oDjentoJul 3, 2015
Small review due to Jurassic World release. This film did what it wanted to do excellently, give a sense of awe and wonder on a quirky island with a well written script. Excellent special and practical effects and great acting and scenes.Small review due to Jurassic World release. This film did what it wanted to do excellently, give a sense of awe and wonder on a quirky island with a well written script. Excellent special and practical effects and great acting and scenes. Definitely a classic.… Expand
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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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lukechristianscJun 6, 2015
Director Steven Spielberg and Michael Crichton and David Koepp adapted Crichton’s best-selling novel in 1990 onto the big screen. The film is about paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neil) Ellie Sattler (Laura Darn) are requested by the founderDirector Steven Spielberg and Michael Crichton and David Koepp adapted Crichton’s best-selling novel in 1990 onto the big screen. The film is about paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neil) Ellie Sattler (Laura Darn) are requested by the founder of Jurassic Park to come here to make sure that the park is safe, Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) joins along with them. Once they find out that the founder John Hammond (David Attenborough) has created these dinosaurs their amazed but they have their doubts, Hammond’s grandchildren come visit him for the tour; one of the workers from the computer systems, stole the embryo’s to sell to a secret buyer; the park is shut down the security systems are off and the dinosaurs are lose, their all at risk. The film’s special effects (who were made by geniuses!) are realistic yes we know the effects are fake but the film makes it look realistic it’s believe able. The music is equally important John William’s tone of music for the film is the feeling that fans have when watching the film; the musical tone is exciting and thrilling. Sam Neil is so good in this movie his character was well written and interesting, Laura Dern’s character was terrific as this scientist, Jeff Goldblum was funny time to time. Visionary director Steven Spielberg’s direction was filled with epic shots filled with realistic special effects and jaw dropping moments. The film is not trying to be an A movie it’s trying to entertain the explorers (who are the movie goers). Grade A+… Expand
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ilikesuperman23Mar 15, 2014
This is one of my all time favorite movies I'm putting it that way this movie is an experience I grew up watching this movie and I never really appreciated it for what it was now I watch and am astounded at how great it is I watch this onThis is one of my all time favorite movies I'm putting it that way this movie is an experience I grew up watching this movie and I never really appreciated it for what it was now I watch and am astounded at how great it is I watch this on surround sound and am just amazed at how immersive it is I love this movie and if you haven't seen it you will to.… Expand
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chwAug 16, 2014
Jurassic Park was my favourite film for over 15 months, because I found it so brilliant and possibly the most ingenious Steven Spielberg film he directed.
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Voodoo123Feb 9, 2018
No doubt my opinion of this movie is coloured by my early memory of being a wide eyed 12 year old watching it on the big screen in 1993, but the groundbreaking combination of CGI, practical effects, animatronics, casting and soundtrack poolNo doubt my opinion of this movie is coloured by my early memory of being a wide eyed 12 year old watching it on the big screen in 1993, but the groundbreaking combination of CGI, practical effects, animatronics, casting and soundtrack pool together making something that like T2 before it, changed cinema for a new generation and still holds up today.… Expand
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diogomendesSep 7, 2014
Yay!!!!!!! My 100th review is here!!!!!! Today, I'm going to do a short review of Steven Spielberg's classic that is simply known as: "Jurassic Park".

Well, this classic has impressive special effects even for today's standards, a scriptYay!!!!!!! My 100th review is here!!!!!! Today, I'm going to do a short review of Steven Spielberg's classic that is simply known as: "Jurassic Park".

Well, this classic has impressive special effects even for today's standards, a script that sometimes falls into typical clichés of modern blockbusters, a well-rounded cast and a soundtrack that won't go over my head that easily. I plan to see its sequels but I will give it a rest just to analyse my next movie: Daredevil.… Expand
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fillipinhoeduarJul 19, 2014
Um otimo filme, toda o que um bom filme tem que ter, efeitos especias lindos(para a epoca), um dos melhores filmes que ja vi na vida. Steven Spirberg sabe fazer bons filmes, a ambientacão e espetacular, os atores, a dublagem e tudo lindo, oUm otimo filme, toda o que um bom filme tem que ter, efeitos especias lindos(para a epoca), um dos melhores filmes que ja vi na vida. Steven Spirberg sabe fazer bons filmes, a ambientacão e espetacular, os atores, a dublagem e tudo lindo, o enredo e incrivel, enfim esse filme e prefeito do 10… Expand
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HumbertoHROct 4, 2014
It's one of the best movies of the history, without this movie, we wouldn't seen movies like avatar, the avengers, this movie was the mom of all those movies.
It's a movie that have an awesome story, special effects, never seen before toIt's one of the best movies of the history, without this movie, we wouldn't seen movies like avatar, the avengers, this movie was the mom of all those movies.
It's a movie that have an awesome story, special effects, never seen before to that moment, if you like dinosaur your gonna love this movie.
With this movie, Steven Spielberg, make the dinosaurs, ruled the earth again.… Expand
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RainwholeOct 21, 2014
My job drop when I first saw this movie in 1993, at the tender age of 4. In 2014, at the edge of 25 my jaw continues to drop every time I pop this masterpiece into my blu ray player. If anything, the years have helped this masterpiece remindMy job drop when I first saw this movie in 1993, at the tender age of 4. In 2014, at the edge of 25 my jaw continues to drop every time I pop this masterpiece into my blu ray player. If anything, the years have helped this masterpiece remind us what a truly excellent blockbuster movie is about!… Expand
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ricky1121Oct 12, 2014
Jurassic Park is still one of the best disasters films ever made. The effects are so amazing it really is hard to believe this came in 1993. Oh and Jeff Goldblum is in it so it must be a good movie.
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SythusOct 16, 2014
Jurassic Park transports you to a whole new world with groundbreaking special effects that still hold up today, i watched this movie when i was young and loved it and still love it, the characters are interesting and funny, especially JeffJurassic Park transports you to a whole new world with groundbreaking special effects that still hold up today, i watched this movie when i was young and loved it and still love it, the characters are interesting and funny, especially Jeff Goldblum which people go too hard nowadays, the heart of the movie comes from Richard Attenborough's performance, the action is great but never goes on for too long, Jurassic Park is a great movie for all ages that stands as one of the greatest movies ever made, i'll definitively give this a 10.… Expand
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SythusRATINGSOct 17, 2014
Featuring incredible special effects and action-packed drama, Jurassic Park takes you to a remote island where an amazing theme park with living dinosaurs is about to turn deadly, as five people must battle to survive among the prehistoric predators.
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Le__XenomorphDec 30, 2014
Jurassic Park is movie based off the novel and is about archaelogists getting a chance to see real life dinosaurs. It has revolutionary CGI especially for the time, awesome scenes, and suspense. 10/10 (Legendary)
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andrebarrosoDec 19, 2014
This movie revolutionized my childhood.
Probably the first movie I have ever watched, "Jurassic Park" still has the magic that I felt when I was a kid.
AFI did well classifying this movie as one of the best thrillers ever made in americaThis movie revolutionized my childhood.
Probably the first movie I have ever watched, "Jurassic Park" still has the magic that I felt when I was a kid.
AFI did well classifying this movie as one of the best thrillers ever made in america cinema.
Director Steven Spielberg carefully worked with the emotions of the characters, making it a non-dolt thriller, as, unfortunately, most of them are made this way today.
It has the quantity of visual effects that was supposed to have, it has a saturated story, no kinds of exaggeration, in no way possible.
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PerfectPortalJul 1, 2022
It’s a story of the consequences of overambition: not just bringing dinosaurs into a world unprepared for them, but also the advanced technology of the park itself. The special effects were groundbreaking, and are still impressive even today.It’s a story of the consequences of overambition: not just bringing dinosaurs into a world unprepared for them, but also the advanced technology of the park itself. The special effects were groundbreaking, and are still impressive even today. It’s one of my favourite movies of all time – top five easily.… Expand
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wornoutspinesJun 4, 2015
Jurassic Park starts off with a glimpse of the danger the dinosaur represents then introduces the characters and the park. The park is first showcased as potential visitors would discover it, they see the dinosaurs, then learn how they'reJurassic Park starts off with a glimpse of the danger the dinosaur represents then introduces the characters and the park. The park is first showcased as potential visitors would discover it, they see the dinosaurs, then learn how they're made, before everything start to go awry.

The film plays with our fears of the unseen because in a good portion of it we don’t actually see the scary dinosaurs being scary. We hear them, we know they are lurking off camera but we don’t actually see them. It’s such a good build up that when we see “the monsters” it’s scary. My heart was racing like the little child I was when I first saw it. The suspense is one of the things that get you, even more than the few jump scares the movie has.

Watching Jurassic Park now made me realize how smart the plot is. lt plays on concerns people would have if this park was really about to open. Some characters only have dollar signs in their eyes and others see it as something incredible that can turn deadly, which it does but it doesn’t take away from the fact that it could be wonderful.

The special effects in this film look as good now as they were when the movie first came out. My guess is that they used a lot of practical effects, animatronics and great camera shots to make us believe that these dinosaurs are real. It thought me that even the most incredible things can be dangerous.

Jurassic Park is such a good movie, it was for a long time the closest thing to an horror movie that I could watch. The film is great fun and very much enjoyable now. @wornoutspines… Expand
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homer4presidentMar 13, 2015
This is perhaps the earliest movie I remember watching and what a movie it is to remember. The dinosaur effects are great, the characters are good, and the story is memorable. Sure, the paleontology is off at times (the Velociraptors beingThis is perhaps the earliest movie I remember watching and what a movie it is to remember. The dinosaur effects are great, the characters are good, and the story is memorable. Sure, the paleontology is off at times (the Velociraptors being the same size as us and being superintelligent for example) but I don't care because this movie is awesome.… Expand
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SmilingcookieJan 13, 2020
The best and most mature dinosaur movie. Incredible mix of a genuine thriller with a family film. Amazing art design and interesting characters. 27 years later the dinosaurs still look as convincing as when it first came out! Great music byThe best and most mature dinosaur movie. Incredible mix of a genuine thriller with a family film. Amazing art design and interesting characters. 27 years later the dinosaurs still look as convincing as when it first came out! Great music by John Williams.… Expand
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OldSilentHillAug 9, 2017
You won´t find any monster movie that stands the test of time better than this amazing work of art. The Soundtrack should have won an Oscar too. Still makes people dream.
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MovieManiac83Apr 25, 2015
On a small island off the coast of Costa Rica exists a most unusual animal preserve by the name of Jurassic Park. Operated by dinosaur lover John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), Jurassic Park is the first of its kind. Its population ofOn a small island off the coast of Costa Rica exists a most unusual animal preserve by the name of Jurassic Park. Operated by dinosaur lover John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), Jurassic Park is the first of its kind. Its population of creatures includes brachiosaurs, dilophosaurs, tricerotops, velociraptors, and a Tyrannosaurus Rex, each of which has been cloned using the latest technology that takes DNA from dinosaur-biting prehistoric insects preserved in amber, and uses that DNA for the re-creation. When the consortium funding Jurassic Park become concerned that all is not as it should be, Hammond is forced to call in three experts: paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill), his partner, paleo-botanist Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and the brilliant-but-cynical mathematician Dr. Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum). When the trio arrives at Jurassic Park, they are astonished by what it represents. It doesn't take long, however, for astonishment to turn to horror.

First of all, for anyone who's wondering, given the current state of technology, the situation postulated in Jurassic Park cannot happen. Not only do the necessary cloning techniques not exist, but the likelihood of retrieving dinosaur DNA from an amber-encased prehistoric mosquito is extremely small. While insect specimens have been unearthed, for there to be dinosaur DNA, circumstances demand that the mosquito had bitten a dinosaur shortly before its fatal imprisonment, and the chance of that is slim, at best.

Nevertheless, the enjoyment of any movie is hardly predicated by a factual premise. The apparent realism of some of Crichton's pseudo-science imbues Jurassic Park with a grounding that is acceptable in our high-tech world. After all, to weave a dinosaur fable in this day and age, it helps if science, not fantasy, is the driving force.

Of course, the special effects help immensely. They are so good, in fact, and the dinosaurs look so real, that I half expected to see "dinosaur trainer" during the closing credits. Instead, however, plaudits go to the creators of Jurassic Park's primary screen presences (all apologies to the actors). Stan Winston, definitely no stranger to this sort of film (his recent credits include Aliens and Terminator 2), is credited with the live-action creatures. Dennis Muren gets his due for the full motion monsters. Phil Tippett is the "dinosaur supervisor" and Michael Lantieri presides over the creature effects. All-in-all, the wizards at ILM have done an outstanding job, giving us by far the most impressive and believable monster movie of all time. Nothing compares.

Unfortunately, the story isn't the equal of its execution. To begin with, Crichton's book, while filled with fascinating ideas and entertaining moments, doesn't hold together as a top-of-the-line adventure story. The ending is especially problematic, resulting in a long-winded denouement that drags to an anticlimactic conclusion. Despite numerous small changes and omissions, the movie Jurassic Park is very much faithful to its printed inspiration. Perhaps Michael Crichton's involvement in the screenplay has something to do with this.

The plot is little more than a cleverly jumbled-together batch of formulas. As I mentioned before, Jurassic Park is, reduced to its most basic level, a monster movie. Thrown in for good measure is the human interest story - the growing relationship between self-confessed child-hater Grant and his two youthful charges - but this part of the film works least successfully.

Nevertheless, I doubt that there are many who will go to Jurassic Park for its characters or story. Rightly so, crowds will flock to the theaters screening this movie so they can ooh and aah, jump in their seats, and root for the overmatched humans against the big, bad dinosaurs. Even those familiar with the written work can't help being drawn in to the pulse-pounding exhilaration of the chase as the Tyrannosaurus menaces two powerless electric cars and the trapped humans inside. In the end, Jurassic Park succeeds because it's good entertainment.… Expand
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ReelViewsJun 14, 2015
On a small island off the coast of Costa Rica exists a most unusual animal preserve by the name of Jurassic Park. Operated by dinosaur lover John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), Jurassic Park is the first of its kind. Its population ofOn a small island off the coast of Costa Rica exists a most unusual animal preserve by the name of Jurassic Park. Operated by dinosaur lover John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), Jurassic Park is the first of its kind. Its population of creatures includes brachiosaurs, dilophosaurs, tricerotops, velociraptors, and a Tyrannosaurus Rex, each of which has been cloned using the latest technology that takes DNA from dinosaur-biting prehistoric insects preserved in amber, and uses that DNA for the re-creation. When the consortium funding Jurassic Park become concerned that all is not as it should be, Hammond is forced to call in three experts: paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill), his partner, paleo-botanist Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and the brilliant-but-cynical mathematician Dr. Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum). When the trio arrives at Jurassic Park, they are astonished by what it represents. It doesn't take long, however, for astonishment to turn to horror.

First of all, for anyone who's wondering, given the current state of technology, the situation postulated in Jurassic Park cannot happen. Not only do the necessary cloning techniques not exist, but the likelihood of retrieving dinosaur DNA from an amber-encased prehistoric mosquito is extremely small. While insect specimens have been unearthed, for there to be dinosaur DNA, circumstances demand that the mosquito had bitten a dinosaur shortly before its fatal imprisonment, and the chance of that is slim, at best.

Nevertheless, the enjoyment of any movie is hardly predicated by a factual premise. The apparent realism of some of Crichton's pseudo-science imbues Jurassic Park with a grounding that is acceptable in our high-tech world. After all, to weave a dinosaur fable in this day and age, it helps if science, not fantasy, is the driving force.

Of course, the special effects help immensely. They are so good, in fact, and the dinosaurs look so real, that I half expected to see "dinosaur trainer" during the closing credits. Instead, however, plaudits go to the creators of Jurassic Park's primary screen presences (all apologies to the actors). Stan Winston, definitely no stranger to this sort of film (his recent credits include Aliens and Terminator 2), is credited with the live-action creatures. Dennis Muren gets his due for the full motion monsters. Phil Tippett is the "dinosaur supervisor" and Michael Lantieri presides over the creature effects. All-in-all, the wizards at ILM have done an outstanding job, giving us by far the most impressive and believable monster movie of all time. Nothing compares.

Unfortunately, the story isn't the equal of its execution. To begin with, Crichton's book, while filled with fascinating ideas and entertaining moments, doesn't hold together as a top-of-the-line adventure story. The ending is especially problematic, resulting in a long-winded denouement that drags to an anticlimactic conclusion. Despite numerous small changes and omissions, the movie Jurassic Park is very much faithful to its printed inspiration. Perhaps Michael Crichton's involvement in the screenplay has something to do with this.

The biggest weakness of the novel is characterization, and the same flaw is fully evident in the screen adaptation. There are a few exceptions. The scenes between Alan and Ellie at the beginning are well-done, with the affection between them evident from the start (a change from the book, where the two were never a couple). Also noteworthy is a scene where Ellie confronts Hammond, who's eating a dish of ice cream in the midst of the crisis. Here, we get a sense of what's going on inside the old man's head. In the book, he's a mixed-up fanatic, but in the film, he's made into a sympathetic, albeit eccentric, figure. Interestingly, some transposition has gone on between Hammond's two grandchildren. Tim (Joseph Mazzello) is still the dinosaur-lover, but the screen's version of the boy is younger than his sister Alexis (Ariana Richards). The flip-flop in age creates a difference in their relationship and they come across as closer and less-adversarial on screen. Also, here it's Alexis, not Tim, who's the computer whiz.

The plot is little more than a cleverly jumbled-together batch of formulas. As I mentioned before, Jurassic Park is, reduced to its most basic level, a monster movie. Thrown in for good measure is the human interest story - the growing relationship between self-confessed child-hater Grant and his two youthful charges - but this part of the film works least successfully.

Nevertheless, I doubt that there are many who will go to Jurassic Park for its characters or story. Rightly so, crowds will flock to the theaters screening this movie so they can ooh and aah, jump in their seats, and root for the overmatched humans against the big, bad dinosaurs. In the end, Jurassic Park succeeds because it's good entertainment.… Expand
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Scout523Jun 21, 2015
For a film that was released in 1993, the CGI still holds up after 20+ years. The film is still enjoyable, though it does have noticeable flaws and isn't scientifically accurate. It is an absolute blast to watch, even though I've seen theFor a film that was released in 1993, the CGI still holds up after 20+ years. The film is still enjoyable, though it does have noticeable flaws and isn't scientifically accurate. It is an absolute blast to watch, even though I've seen the movie so many times. T-Rex was terrifying, the sauropods were breathtaking, Nedry and Malcolm are still funny and the movie is still just breathtaking.… Expand
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luketeddyJun 26, 2015
One of the best movies is history my favorite movie of all time. the plot is amazing and new the charter are great there are millions of thing right with this movie that I do not have time it talk about.
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buttonscasperJul 7, 2015
Great start for the Jurassic park series and probably best of the lot. This film is a great action film but with ian Malcolm their is also a lot of funny lines in this film as well so it is the perfect film!!!!!!!!!!!
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BoogeeFilmGuyJul 15, 2015
A fantastic film, to say the least. It'll have you on the edge of your seat. And its also where one of the greatest scenes in film was created... I won't spoil it, but it involves a T-Rex and a toilet...
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CineAutoctonoJul 22, 2019
Jurassic Park was a very good film that initialized the practice of good special effects, because the work that Steven Spielberg did with the dinosaurs in this film was great, and this is rewarded, in addition the performances and history areJurassic Park was a very good film that initialized the practice of good special effects, because the work that Steven Spielberg did with the dinosaurs in this film was great, and this is rewarded, in addition the performances and history are very good and we left on the edge of the seat, and so it became a great movie that we know today.… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 11, 2022
I personally really like Steven Spielberg, and I like his films, especially Schindlers List, Jaws and ET:The Extra Terrestrial. While a tad too long and has one or two loose ends in the plot, Jurassic Park nevertheless has thrilling actionI personally really like Steven Spielberg, and I like his films, especially Schindlers List, Jaws and ET:The Extra Terrestrial. While a tad too long and has one or two loose ends in the plot, Jurassic Park nevertheless has thrilling action and has sheer evidence of the director's vision and effortless verve at work. John Williams's score is absolutely terrific, definitely one of the more memorable scores in a Steven Spielberg movie, the score for Jaws like Psycho is one of the main reason why I am so scared to go into the sea now. The acting is really not bad at all, Sam Neill and Laura Dern have given better performances but they were good. Jeff Goldblum is terrific, and as Dennis Nedry Wayne Knight is suitably more subdued. Richard Attenborough, a talented actor and a even more talented director also is good as John Hammond, while child star Joseph Mazello, who surprised me in Shadowlands is appealing as Tim. However, the real stars are the dinosaurs, especially the T-Rex, the mix of computer animation and models is inspiring. The cinematography is astounding, the script is good and the direction is lively. I haven't read Michael Crichton's book, but regardless this is a hugely enjoyable film. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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teddy1984ltNov 27, 2015
One of the best movies ever. I love this movie I can not think of one thing that is wrong about it. You well love this movie no matter what I 100% love this movie.
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EpicLadySpongeJan 5, 2016
As the best in the series and will always remain the best dinosaur movie of all time, Jurassic Park will not only bring your eyes into the action, but it'll make your brain hooked to the adventure.
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KannibalApr 20, 2018
An astounding film, it is a masterpiece of its kind. Unlike the more modern entries to the series Jurassic Park builds tension artfully, so when the Dinosaurs finally arrive your excitement and terror is at its utmost. I loved this movie as aAn astounding film, it is a masterpiece of its kind. Unlike the more modern entries to the series Jurassic Park builds tension artfully, so when the Dinosaurs finally arrive your excitement and terror is at its utmost. I loved this movie as a child and I love it now… Expand
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timoneSep 18, 2018
And now we've come to the big one, Jurassic Park, the highest grossing film of all time. When people got to see this years back they are in awe just like me and they were on the edge of the seat when the thrill starts. Jurassic Park is aAnd now we've come to the big one, Jurassic Park, the highest grossing film of all time. When people got to see this years back they are in awe just like me and they were on the edge of the seat when the thrill starts. Jurassic Park is a theme park of where dinosaurs is shown in the park of where dinosaurs lived a million years ago and to entertain people and kids with awe and they got rides in the park like most theme parks got. The film takes place at Isla Nublar. Three doctors, Alan Grant, Ellie Sattler and Ian Malcolm and others are with John Hammond travelling to a wildlife park called Jurassic Park where Hammond created cloned dinosaurs on Costa Rican island. While they arrive, they saw a brachiosaurus and Grant couldn't believe his eyes when Hammond said "We have a T-Rex." The group watched a Saturday Morning Cartoon where DNA is telling you all about dinosaurs by extracting from mosquitoes. Sheesh! Looks like somebody been watching too many Looney Tunes! They went into the tour vehicles along with Hammond's grandchildren, Lex and Tim and then comes across a sick triceratops. And then the power goes off so is the tour vehicles and a nerdy lazy computer programmer, Dennis Nedry, has been bribed by Dodgson, is stealing dino DNA and the Tyrannosaurus rex appears by breaking through the electric fences. Now let me get to something which REALLY mine and everybody's minds. First I'll start off by saying that I f**king love the special effects. The special effects are the highlight of the film and it mixes a lot of it with robotic puppets and computer animation known as CGI. The effects on the dinosaurs are fantastic and impeccable. I really love the T-Rex scene where it attacks Lex and Tim in the tour vehicle and injures one of the group including Ian Malcolm and killing Donald Gennaro. The Tyrannosaurus rex is something that people are in awe with including the effects on the dinosaurs and that goes with the triceratops. The triceratops is made out of robotic animatronics like all the other dinosaurs. It looks like you're looking at a real dinosaur. Stan Winston and his team did a fantastic job on the visual effects. The CGI is been used previously in The Abyss and Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Impressive, ain't it? The characters are really likeable and lovable and memorable. The actors did a really fantastic job on their portrayal on the characters. Sam Neill is Dr. Alan Grant is really good. He knows how dinosaurs extinct and what breed it is and does not like children but warms up to Lex and Tim, he's beginning to like children even more. He's such a great character. Laura Dern plays Dr. Ellie Sattler and that's all I can say about her. Jeff Goldblum plays Dr. Ian Malcolm who I think this character is a fan favourite by many people. He's a mathematician who specialise in chaos theory. Well, of course everybody knows the legendary Richard Attenborough as John Hammond. He passed away in a legendary age of 90. He's a billionaire philanthropist who Jurassic Park and the bioengineering company, InGen. He invites Alan Grant and Ellie Sattler to look at the cloning dinosaurs. He's a strong character. Two grandchildren, Lex and Tim who are John Hammond's grandchildren. They not annoying as many people said and that's how it works. Everybody remembers Samuel L. Jackson. I gotta say he says one line from which he said in Kong: Skull Island. "Hold on to your butts." The music I gotta say is absolutely beautiful. And you all know it's he legendary John Williams. He creates memorable music in many films he done in. The theme of Jurassic Park BLEW people away and it's becoming of the John Williams best piece of music in the generation of the life time and my favourite of all time along with Jaws. There's one scene that I do love is where you see the brachiosaurus for the first time and when you see it, it's CGI and it's breath-taking and it's so motherf***ing satisfying to look at. When John Hammond says a memorable line "Welcome to Jurassic Park." The music kicks in and you'll be in awe once you've seen the dinosaurs move in herds. Listen. This will never get out of your head every year every time you think about it. What can I say about Jurassic Park? Well, I gotta say, I love everything about it. I love the characters the awesome story, fantastic special/visual effects, the directing style from one of my favourite directors of all time Steven Spielberg and the unforgettable music score by John Williams. You can't really go wrong, it is such an masterpiece! I can watch it over and over again without a fail and cannot deny it. It left me with awe and every time the Tyrannosaurus rex comes in and kills the raptors, it roars when the sign comes down saying "When dinosaurs ruled the earth.", it blew people away when they got out of the cinema years ago. Jurassic Park is a biggest achievement for everyone who are in awe while they're in the roller coaster ride at the theme park. Good luck and welcome to Jurassic Park.… Expand
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HBO71702Feb 29, 2016
I love this movie hands down it's the best movie ever.This movie is my childhood.I have seen this move over 1,00 times.I was only a year old when I saw this move and it made me want to make my own JP series.
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FuturedirectorMar 10, 2016
Steven Spielberg puts his whole imagination for make this unbelievable science-fiction film, but just for put the audience in shock and get succes. He could make it, but the time passes away and fantastic cinema develops. Anyway, at least,Steven Spielberg puts his whole imagination for make this unbelievable science-fiction film, but just for put the audience in shock and get succes. He could make it, but the time passes away and fantastic cinema develops. Anyway, at least, for the passed away audience, this is, of course, a masterpiece (but I gotta say that I could be just a bit boring).… Expand
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FilmClubMar 27, 2016
Jurassic Park” will at least disabuse anyone of the idea that it would be fun to share the planet with dinosaurs. Steven Spielberg’s scary and horrific thriller may be one-dimensional and even clunky in story and characterization, but itJurassic Park” will at least disabuse anyone of the idea that it would be fun to share the planet with dinosaurs. Steven Spielberg’s scary and horrific thriller may be one-dimensional and even clunky in story and characterization, but it definitely delivers where it counts, in excitement, suspense and the stupendous realization of giant prehistoric reptiles. Having finally found another set of “Jaws” worthy of the name, Spielberg and Universal have a monster hit on their hands.

Very cleverly, the film positions itself both as a dark look at a theme park gone awry, and as a theme park itself. Merchandising, Universal tour attractions and sequels will extend the profits enormously. The only thing that will keep this properly PG-13-rated extravaganza from approaching rarefied “Star Wars” and “E.T.” B.O. heights is its inappropriateness for kids under 10 or 12 — it’s just too intense, although many preteens will no doubt go anyway.

The $ 60 million production (a bargain at the cost) follows the general idea if not the letter of Michael Crichton’s 1990 bestseller, which was no doubt partly inspired by Conan Doyle’s “The Lost World,” the fanciful story of a remote land inhabited by otherwise extinct beasts.

Basis of this hi-tech, scientifically based, up-to-date version lies in the notion that living, breathing and eating full-sized dinosaurs can be biologically engineered using fossilized dino DNA. Having accomplished this in secret on an island off Costa Rica, zillionaire entrepreneur/tycoon John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) brings in a small group of experts to view and, he hopes, endorse his miracle, which he intends to parlay into the world’s most expensive zoo-cum-amusement park.

Arriving to inspect the menagerie are paleontologists Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), as well as oddball mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum), advocate of the Chaos Theory, a sort of arithmetic equivalent of Murphy’s Law. Also along for the look-see are Donald Gennaro (Martin Ferrero), a hard-nosed attorney repping the park’s investors, and Hammond’s two fresh-faced grandchildren, Lex (Ariana Richards) and Tim (Joseph Mazzello). Early introductory scenes are surprisingly perfunctory and even sloppy. There are several bad cuts unworthy of a filmmaker of Spielberg’s skill, and the script wouldn’t pass muster in Screenwriting 101. Curiously, the suspenseful structuring of the novel’s opening chapters, in which characters are mysteriously bitten, is abandoned here in favor of some foreshadowing and cross-cutting a la “The Exorcist.”

Equally surprisingly, Spielberg lets the cat out of the bag as far as the dinosaurs are concerned very early, showing some of them in full view after only 20 minutes, lessening the suspense that could have been cranked way up through the accumulation of sounds and partial sightings.

Still, none of these problems matter once the film clicks into high gear. When a storm strands two carloads of Hammond’s guests in the middle of the park at night, a Tyrannosaurus Rex decides it’s dinnertime. In a terrifically suspenseful and sustained sequence, the ferocious monster attacks the vehicles and its inhabitants, chowing down on one and terrorizing the others, particularly the children. Suddenly, after a fitful first hour, Spielberg pulls off one of the most exciting set pieces of his career, highlighted by a stunning shot of a T-Rex in a rearview mirror and climaxed by a gag lifted from Buster Keaton’s “Steamboat Bill Jr.”

Moving toward the climax, viewers will be reminded of “Aliens” as two mid-sized Velociraptors attack through industrial ceilings and floors, and play a suspenseful cat-and-mouse game with the kids in a huge kitchen. Final action scene is ironically played out as three monsters attack in a display room festooned with mounted dinosaur skeletons, which will give kids occasion to decide whether they prefer their dinosaurs alive or dead.
It was unimaginable that Spielberg would proceed with “Jurassic Park” if he wasn’t certain that his dinosaurs would be the best ever seen onscreen, and the result shows that assumption to be true.

The monsters are far more convincing than the human characters. Just about everyone is defined by one trait only — Dr. Grant dislikes children, Ellie is good-natured, Ian is the sardonic skeptic, Dennis is the sweaty traitor and Samuel L. Jackson’s computer technician always has a cigarette in his mouth.

Technically, the film is sometimes more than it needs to be. As in some of Spielberg’s previous outings, Dean Cundey’s lensing overdoes the back illumination and shafts of light at times, and John Williams’ score gets unnecessarily bombastic. But the dinosaurs rule here, and Spielberg and his team of special effects aces have put something on the screen that people have never seen before, which is the surest way to create a blockbuster.… Expand
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DeJonFilmCriticJun 13, 2016
A truly great and nostalgic movie that had gotten me into dinosaurs when I was younger. This movie gives out masterpiece movie requirements to all viewers of all ages.
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JPSpinoRex65May 27, 2016
This is my all-time favorite movie. The characters were fleshed out and real, the special effects were amazing (especially for the time of its release), and the dinosaurs were treated like animals, not monsters.
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BerCMay 31, 2016
The artistic medium of film is very subjective. Every audience member has a different set of criteria they use to measure their viewing experience. Not everyone shares the same set of criteria. If we did, what a bland and uninspired worldThe artistic medium of film is very subjective. Every audience member has a different set of criteria they use to measure their viewing experience. Not everyone shares the same set of criteria. If we did, what a bland and uninspired world this would be.

What I Personally Liked About "Jurassic Park":
Let's begin with the metaphorical elephant in the room, shall we? Director Steven Spielberg was worried that the computer animation for the inhabitants of the titular island would be too phony looking for their own good. However, the dinosaur designs are simply stunning. Nothing even remotely like them had been seen at this point in cinematic history and they forever changed how the world viewed CGI technology (and rightfully so). The first time we see the Brachiosauruses lumber onto our screen, the massive creatures are beyond breathtaking. But let's not forget that there are other characters involved in the film outside of the prehistoric beasts. The variety of characters roaming through this film is a breath of fresh air when compared to other big budget special effects films, and not just from the early nineties either. So many other science fiction/fantasy movies throughout history had a certain sameness to their characters. They relied on the quality of their effects to carry the film instead of realizing that well-rounded personalities move the story forward in ways effects simply cannot accomplish. "Jurassic Park" does not make that mistake. From the glorified, self-assured chaotician Ian Malcolm to the separate high-tech nerd (Lex Murphy) and book smart nerd (Tim Murphy) grandchildren of John Hammond, the personalities of the assorted park staffers and park visitors are all unique and complete unto themselves. The suspension of disbelief at the revival of long dead dinosaurs is much easier to bear when watching such vibrant people thrust into the perilous situations presented on screen. The pleasant attempts at humor seem natural as well; like they belong in this cinematic landscape rather than being shoehorned in to boost the audience's appreciation. Spielberg's pacing of the film is quite delightful, too. The early sense of wonderment and discovery plausibly evaporates into an atmosphere of tension and electrically-charged adventure. Finally, the memorable score of John Williams really heightens specific moments of the movie. It might not be as legendary as the work he did for the "Star Wars" franchise, but it comes surprisingly close.

What I Personally Disliked About "Jurassic Park":
Dennis Nedry. It's not that I mind Wayne Knight as an actor, nor is it the fact that I mind the Nedry character as some minor annoyance used for a couple of bits of antagonistic comedy in the control room of the park. No, what bothers me the most about the character is that the creators of the film actually felt they needed the perfunctory human villain to facilitate the dino danger. Instead of a simple park failure to place people in jeopardy, Michael Crichton and David Koepp fell into the inevitable trap that only humanity can bring harm upon humanity in a giant monster movie. It's always the fault of one nefarious human being or a group of unwitting human beings who unleash the colossal havoc from its cage. As if the notion of genetic tampering simply wasn't dangerous enough for the film, we have to have the sentiment bashed over our heads that it's humanity's fault every single step of the way.

My Overall Impression of "Jurassic Park":
Outside of the Nedry pitfall, this is what the idea of popcorn enjoyment is all about. It is the very definition of a summer blockbuster which doesn't overstay its welcome and still holds up well today. Back in 1993, it also provided a perfect balance of thrills and chills to Spielberg's heart-wrenching drama "Schindler's List" which followed this monumental event. This is an undeniable winner and it set the bar high for future monster mayhem.… Expand
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Muskrat147Jul 13, 2016
The first film to introduce full, real-to-life CGI, Jurassic Park is a wonderful, well-rounded action flick with jaw-dropping visuals, stellar acting, taut direction, and edge-of-your-seat action.
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eSKAoneAug 18, 2022
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superbatJul 5, 2020
Spielberg has made several classic blockbusters through the years, and Jurassic Park is my favorite of the bunch. The movie has an interesting story with a unique concept, along with several thrilling moments with the show-stealing dinosaurs.Spielberg has made several classic blockbusters through the years, and Jurassic Park is my favorite of the bunch. The movie has an interesting story with a unique concept, along with several thrilling moments with the show-stealing dinosaurs. The most impressive aspect of the movie is the graphics, which hold up well after 27 years. Watching Jurassic Park is an experience which you'll never forget.… Expand
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MasterRileyAug 5, 2016
Jurassic Park is yet another of Spielberg's classics that tells a thrilling story and takes the viewer on one hell of an adventure. The casting and performances are terrific, John Williams music is magical, the special effects still hold upJurassic Park is yet another of Spielberg's classics that tells a thrilling story and takes the viewer on one hell of an adventure. The casting and performances are terrific, John Williams music is magical, the special effects still hold up well today, and the writing is perfect. Spielberg's use of suspense throughout the action sequences creates a masterful experience for the viewer. This is a movie you don't want to miss.… Expand
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reviewfrom19842Aug 10, 2016
One of my favorite movie it's amazing I would say go see but you have all rightly see just see it again...............................................
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JP32Nov 16, 2022
What Spielberg does with Jurassic Park is a culmination of everything he had built towards since Jaws. After that highly effective but rusty first attempt at thrilling an audience out of their seats, Spielberg refined and molded. HisWhat Spielberg does with Jurassic Park is a culmination of everything he had built towards since Jaws. After that highly effective but rusty first attempt at thrilling an audience out of their seats, Spielberg refined and molded. His techniques grew more sophisticated, more robust. His budgets grew, technology improved. By the summer of 1993, Steven Spielberg had perfected the art of the blockbuster. Jurassic Park is the zenith. The ultimate cinematic thrill ride.… Expand
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alejandro970Jan 24, 2020
¿How many things can happen when the ultimate amusement park gets out of control? So many, if the main attractions are alive clones of dinosaurs. Based of Michael Crichton book, with script written by himself, is such a roller coaster till¿How many things can happen when the ultimate amusement park gets out of control? So many, if the main attractions are alive clones of dinosaurs. Based of Michael Crichton book, with script written by himself, is such a roller coaster till last minute. One of ultimate movies of 90s, it´s a then and after of the special effects in movies.… Expand
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eva3si0nJul 16, 2023
Jurassic Park is one of Spielberg's best films. Jurassic Park was ahead of its time and created a popular franchise. This is a vivid example of the fact that Sci-Fi can become a mass genre. Given that the film was released in 1993, CGI isJurassic Park is one of Spielberg's best films. Jurassic Park was ahead of its time and created a popular franchise. This is a vivid example of the fact that Sci-Fi can become a mass genre. Given that the film was released in 1993, CGI is just great. Jurassic Park is one of my favorite films from Spielberg and although the franchise with each new film is worse, the first part remains an unattainable standard. Excellent cast, including secondary characters. A good plot for an adventure movie, great action scenes. And most importantly, it is a family film for a wide range of viewers. A real masterpiece of the adventure genre.… 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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JPKJun 29, 2019
A Masterpiece
Jurassic Park is a movie that will most definitely continue to inspire new generations of movie fans and filmmakers.
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Dragonfly44Nov 27, 2017
Great practical and special effects that still hold up today along with a thrilling story and good acting combine to make this amazing movie that was way ahead of it’s time.
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vetorAug 6, 2017
Jurassic Park is a milestone in the film world, with a perfect mix of animatronics and special effects, flawless direction, a charming soundtrack, memorable characters and classic scenes.
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Joshinatir2200Jun 23, 2018
Watching this film for the first time as a child was a dream come true. Fantastic special effects paired with an iconic plot make this movie fun even after multiple rewatches.
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Rcavey92212Mar 4, 2020
I still continue to be blown away by the sheer awesomeness of this movie. I remember being dropped off at the theater in the summer of 1993 with my little brother, not knowing what to expect. And basically nearly crapping my pants. I mean atI still continue to be blown away by the sheer awesomeness of this movie. I remember being dropped off at the theater in the summer of 1993 with my little brother, not knowing what to expect. And basically nearly crapping my pants. I mean at 13 it scared the utter crap out of me. It was the first movie with digital surround sound and it was amazing. Steven Spielberg's popcorn masterpiece has a number of sequels at this point but nothing even comes close to the original. It's scary, funny, smart and action packed. It's nearly flawless in every way from the perfect performances pretty much all around except for some questionable moments from Dern. The movie's spectacular effects also hold up surprisingly well. It's still the best blending of practical and CGI to date. The characters are developed enough to care about and the movies pacing is perfect from the awe inspiring thrills of the first third to the primal terror in its final half. Truly one of the best and scariest movies ever made.

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manningn15Aug 17, 2018
The performances from the entire cast especially Sam Neil, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum were spectacular. The cinematography was done beautifully. The visual effects and animatronics were gorgeous and insanely realistic. Also the musicalThe performances from the entire cast especially Sam Neil, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum were spectacular. The cinematography was done beautifully. The visual effects and animatronics were gorgeous and insanely realistic. Also the musical score was fantastic. Jurassic Park is my favorite Jurassic Park/Jurassic World movie and is one of my favorite movies of all time. A+.… Expand
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spacebear1Feb 5, 2018
Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park is an amazing film. The mix of CGI and practical effects were awesome. The characters were great and the story is actually really good. In the end, this is a fantastic film, and a solid 9.6/10.
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hardcorekiddJun 27, 2018
In Steven Spielberg's massive blockbuster, paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) are among a select group chosen to tour an island theme park populated by dinosaursIn Steven Spielberg's massive blockbuster, paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) are among a select group chosen to tour an island theme park populated by dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA. While the park's mastermind, billionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), assures everyone that the facility is safe, they find out otherwise when various ferocious predators break free and go on the hunt. Jurassic Park is a spectacle of special effects and life-like animatronics, with some of Spielberg's best sequences of sustained awe and sheer terror since Jaws. Final Grade is an A+.… Expand
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CTHReviewsMar 15, 2018
Jurassic Park is the greatest movie ever made. It may be a science fiction flick, however it feels grounded in reality, like it could exist in our world. The wonder and passion that John Hammond has for this theme park feels very genuine,Jurassic Park is the greatest movie ever made. It may be a science fiction flick, however it feels grounded in reality, like it could exist in our world. The wonder and passion that John Hammond has for this theme park feels very genuine, going against the rich businessman cliche. His passion is infectious, because I feel it just the same. Spielberg at his best.… Expand
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JamesdaGreatFeb 10, 2018
While the effects are definitely show their age now, Jurassic Park is a beautifully shot, masterfully scripted, and downright entertaining Spielberg film, that is probably his greatest film ever!!!!
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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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mrjohnstudMar 13, 2018
Amazing movie! Can't believe how well the effects have aged, still looks great after all these years. All around great movie, a must watch!!
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Highlander372Jul 11, 2018
Jurassic Park is one of Steven Spielberg’s most precious classics. I am stunned that most of the special and practical effects still hold up to this day. My only issue is the human antagonist Nedry. He’s a very annoying character and couldJurassic Park is one of Steven Spielberg’s most precious classics. I am stunned that most of the special and practical effects still hold up to this day. My only issue is the human antagonist Nedry. He’s a very annoying character and could bring the movie to a halt sometimes.… Expand
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Caldan58Apr 7, 2019
10/10
This is a perfect 10/10 film!! My fav film of all time and I will always love it!
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Vulf001Jun 13, 2018
Everything you can think of that is good in a movie is good in this movie. One of the most fun movies i have ever seen.
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meydianarizki21Dec 11, 2020
The Movie to define a Generation.

If you were born in the 90s or before, you had a connection with people...you absolutely loved this movie, and it made a mark on you. I think most people remember when they saw this movie first, because itThe Movie to define a Generation.

If you were born in the 90s or before, you had a connection with people...you absolutely loved this movie, and it made a mark on you. I think most people remember when they saw this movie first, because it was that awe inspiring of an experience. I remember that it was the first pg-13 movie I was allowed to watch, and what a way to start my grown up movie experience!!! Everything in this movie screams adventure, from the opening scene where the jungle leaves rustle, the shot of mysterious sparkling amber, to the landing of the helicopter on a remote rainforest island, the movie sets the tone for the greatest adventure movie ever made. As you hear John Williams glorious theme start to swell, and you see Alan remove his glasses and start to tremble, you know you're about to witness one of the most magical moments ever put on cinema. I can't go into detail on all the incredible scenes, from the T-Rex reveal, to the kitchen scene, but each one of them revolutionized what we thought movie magic could take us. Thank you Spielberg for making this enchanting piece of art for us, an entire generation is indebted to you.… Expand
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DerekSCriticJan 5, 2019
Jurassic Park is simply a classic film that has stood the test of time! Steven Spielberg did a fantastic job as the director of this film. The film has a well written story, fantastic visuals that still hold up very well today, iconic andJurassic Park is simply a classic film that has stood the test of time! Steven Spielberg did a fantastic job as the director of this film. The film has a well written story, fantastic visuals that still hold up very well today, iconic and well developed characters, and intense action sequences. This has to be one of my favorite films of all time! Jurassic Park is simply a masterpiece!… Expand
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J-MNov 7, 2018
Both very exciting and very fun to watch. One of my all-time favourite movies. The special effects are frankly the best (or at least most real-looking) I've EVER seen!
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GarethBOct 9, 2018
This movie holds a special place in my heart, being in the cinema watching the dinosaurs for the first time was amazing!
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ErikTheCriticOct 14, 2018
It's got intensity, excitement, great visuals and humour - pretty much everything you expect from a Spielberg movie.
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jonslowJan 11, 2019
Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.Great.
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SerchvazJul 3, 2019
This film is amazing, the good plot and the excellent performances of the actors did a great job.
Also the CGI and the animatronics on the dinosaurs make a masterpiece of movie. everyone will love this film.
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Ikereviews1Aug 20, 2019
Jurassic park is a classic. It was great when I was a child still great when I am a adult. Easily a masterpiece none of the sequels can hold a candle to. There are beautiful and suspenseful moments. Also the dinos look real as well.
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LouesApr 8, 2019
My favourite movie, but I can't tell you that it is perfect, having some problematic issues in the script and acting, bu the rest is wonderful in every aspect. Stunning in technical aspects, soundtrack and art direction and enjoyable for allMy favourite movie, but I can't tell you that it is perfect, having some problematic issues in the script and acting, bu the rest is wonderful in every aspect. Stunning in technical aspects, soundtrack and art direction and enjoyable for all the family. A must-see movie.… Expand
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TomtagMay 13, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg, this movie made dinosaurs really popular with children and then frightening. This is the first installment of the Jurassic Park franchise (including Jurassic World). And I was surprised that this movie is based on Michael Crichton’s novel with the same name, though I never read it. Crichton also wrotre the screenplay with David Koepp. It’s about a preview tour, a theme park suffers a major power breakdown that allows its cloned dinosaur exhibits to run amok. I liked the performances, especially the children. They had proved that not all children actors were terrible in acting. There’s Sam Neill as Dr. Alan Grant, Laura Dern as Ellie, Jeff Goldblum as Ian Malcolm. I actually though Ian was dead when he collapsed on the ground when the T-Rex was about to eat the man in the toilet. Then he got back alive, injured and I was astonished. He also appeared in the Lost World – Jurassic Park 2. Another surprising thing was there was Samuel L. Jackson in the movie being Arnold before he got famous in Pulp Fiction (1994). When I didn’t know that fact, I saw this Arnold man looked like Samuel L. Jackson and when I saw there’s him in the cast, I was like “WTF!!!”. Crazy! The CGI was the best things in here. They made the dinosaurs looked real and they did, nothing was a bad sign of CGI, except for the orange running dinosaurs, they’re a bit bad. The fight scenes between dinosaurs were cool and when the goat’s leg fell on the car, it was just INSANE!!! Although it was considered to be not scary, I think the movie had made its entrance to be R-Rated but then I thought again, because of the dinosaurs walking in beautiful nature more than that, I think PG-13 is okay! The movie was scored beautifully and satisfyingly by the amazing John Williams. The score made us feel that we’re in a paradise if we’re watching this movie in a 3-D version. I just loved the music so much. This was definitely one of Steven Spielberg’s masterpieces. He had made an awesome R-Rated movie that year and it was Schindler’s List, I hope Jurassic Park is gonna be as good as that, even though it’s not.

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SiomeAug 8, 2021
best movie ever. It got dinosaurs ! Jokes apart, the directing is perfect, the music is perfectg, the acting is perfect etc...
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DiptanshuApr 18, 2020
Classic!Amazing adaptation great music,great screenplay engaging from start to end amazing concept had little laughs too.Amazing acting ian malcom was great as hell hilarious.great jump-scares and visuals were great!after half movie theClassic!Amazing adaptation great music,great screenplay engaging from start to end amazing concept had little laughs too.Amazing acting ian malcom was great as hell hilarious.great jump-scares and visuals were great!after half movie the intense level was at peak so entertaining to watch the toilet scene and hand scene was terrifying and ending was great!amazing dialogues and references to different parks!overall A Adventurous Masterpiece.… Expand
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Michaela69Aug 3, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best movie ever!!!!! All of you who say it is bad can kiss my ass. Thank you.… Expand
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A_YukiOct 6, 2019
Jurassic Park, my favorite movie of all time. Started to watch it when I was still very young and while it was scary for me, back then, nightmares and everything, I kept watching it. I've watched it over a million time, already. The CharacterJurassic Park, my favorite movie of all time. Started to watch it when I was still very young and while it was scary for me, back then, nightmares and everything, I kept watching it. I've watched it over a million time, already. The Character are well play by the actors, Sam Neil (Dr. Alan Grant) Laura Dern (Ellie Sattler) Jeff Goldblum (Ian Malcom) John Hammond (Richard Attendborough) and a lot more are memorable. Unforgettable story, awesome animatronics, CGI for a 1993 movie. It stand the test of time and you can see the brillant of filmmaking.… Expand
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JurassicPark93Sep 30, 2019
I just made account just so I can say this.
This movie is masterpiece,I'm huge fan and I love it.It has everything that great movie had to have.
PS I noticed some butthurt loosers who can't stand success of Jurassic Park and call it ''worseI just made account just so I can say this.
This movie is masterpiece,I'm huge fan and I love it.It has everything that great movie had to have.
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I noticed some butthurt loosers who can't stand success of Jurassic Park and call it ''worse movie of all time''.I accept and respect everyone's opinion,but please,have good arguments and point out mistakes instead noobishly calling it ''bad movie''.

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JACK15qApr 8, 2020
A classic film, it influenced many things in movies like the 3D design and Design in general
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RobwinzMay 22, 2020
I really did forget how amazing this movie really was and I loved every minute of it, especially the scenes with Jeff Goldblums character Ian Malcom.
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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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DogeGamer2015Aug 25, 2020
Es emocionante, épica, muy entretenida y tiene impresionantes efectos especiales.
¡TODO UN CLÁSICO!
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Sosmooth1982Dec 31, 2022
The classic jurassic park movie. It's a theme park where the dinosaurs eventually break out of. Once they taste human flesh they can't get enough of it.
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pur__0_0__Sep 29, 2021
As a kid I often used to hear people talk about Jurassic Park, but since I didn't know English and I don't like watching old movies, I didn't really feel like checking this out. It was only after I gained interest in watching movies did IAs a kid I often used to hear people talk about Jurassic Park, but since I didn't know English and I don't like watching old movies, I didn't really feel like checking this out. It was only after I gained interest in watching movies did I decide to give this a look. I just got my Prime subscription and had seen everything, so I decided to give this a try. And boy was I surprised! I didn't even know what I was going to expect and being a huge sucker for wildlife and natural environment, this movie made me delve into a fantasy world. Undoubtedly this is an iconic movie right off the bat.
Jurassic Park has some of the most iconic characters from the 90s science fiction. The reason being that in spite of being a movie about dinosaurs, it was able to put the human characters inside with such effortlessness. I really liked John Hammond. What he did in the movie is something I'd really want to see happen in real life. Ian Malcolm also made the side characters look very interesting, as though he alone carried the burden of the comic relief scenes. And when it comes to the CGI, I don't think we even need enough words. This was fire right from the start. Seeing dinosaurs just do something on the screen and behave like actual wild animals was so awesome.
The story was also pretty good. The idea that a scientist has created a wildlife sanctuary for dinosaurs where we travel using an self driven car is a fantasy for many Millennials and Gen-Z alike. If something like that happens in real life we will definitely want to give it a look. And seeing what all misadventures they had to go through, we have the uneasy feeling watching it. The T-Rex scenes still hold very well, especially the iconic part where the children are being driven away in the car.
I really wanted Jurassic Park to be a standalone movie, which could be remastered into 4K as time and technology gets better. Even today it doesn't look outdated, other than the fact that some dinosaurs have been discovered to look different like the velociraptor, and the camera quality is very 90s-ish. But watching it on a big TV really gives the feel of seeing it in a theatre due to the old resolution. A definite recommendation from me.… Expand
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gollerSep 22, 2020
Jurassic Park is, and will always be, the greatest movie of all time. Please view Steven Spielberg's masterpiece.
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ApportalAug 8, 2020
There is no denying that Jurassic Park is a masterpiece from start to finish. It does what every film directer strives to create, and makes it look easy. From the interesting characters, to the incentive plot, to the amazing effects, and theThere is no denying that Jurassic Park is a masterpiece from start to finish. It does what every film directer strives to create, and makes it look easy. From the interesting characters, to the incentive plot, to the amazing effects, and the beautiful music, Jurassic Park will forever be remembered as one of Spielberg’s greatest films every created.… Expand
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