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MadMaxFuryRoadJul 1, 2018

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom was definitely a surprise for me. I went in with pretty low expectations, but the movie entertained me from start to finish. Firstly, the CGI for the dinosaurs was on point and the acting by the lead charactersJurassic World: Fallen Kingdom was definitely a surprise for me. I went in with pretty low expectations, but the movie entertained me from start to finish. Firstly, the CGI for the dinosaurs was on point and the acting by the lead characters were fantastic. The storyline was pretty well crafted and the storytelling was just very interesting. I would definitely say that this was at least as good as the first Jurassic World in 2015.… Expand

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NightReviewsOct 30, 2018

In an age where narratives of superheroes, animation and science fiction rule the box office, there is one fossil amongst the great big box office contenders that audience just can’t quite enough of. In Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, theIn an age where narratives of superheroes, animation and science fiction rule the box office, there is one fossil amongst the great big box office contenders that audience just can’t quite enough of. In Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the park may be gone, but dinosaurs are definitely here to stay. Fallen Kingdom is the fifth entry in the Jurassic Park film franchise and the second within the Jurassic World trilogy, and while it features the most amount of dinosaurs out of all the previous films, don’t be fooled because the film takes place in only a few very specific locations and features the least amount of dinosaur action out of all of the movies. Yet, despite the very minimal action, the permanent set pieces and of course its fair share of charm and charisma, Fallen Kingdom is a Jurassic film unlike any we have seen before.

Much of this might have to do with the inclusion of the franchise’s newest film director, Spanish filmmaker J.A. Bayona. Bayona, who has previously directed The Orphanage, The Impossible and A Monster Calls, has quite an imaginative and generous eye when it comes to offering the embellished perspective of children, which, for many people such as myself, would warrant well for a refreshing take on a franchise that has been around for almost twenty-five years and on its fifth entry. Also, given the fact that many people who were first introduced to Michael Crichton’s world of dinosaurs with Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park in 1993 were only just children or young adults, really plays well with an audience that is all grown up. Luckily for audiences, Bayona allows all of us old, matured, geeked out, nostalgia driven cinephiles to indulge in a film that is both the epitome of blockbuster/popcorn entertainment film, as well as a self-aware and respectable ode to some of our favourite monster movies.

What makes Fallen Kingdom so consuming is the fact that Bayona treats the dinosaurs like monsters for just a couple minutes, but like any good classic monster movies, Frankenstein for example, the monster begins to resonate with audiences and become much more than just visual and visceral entertainment set pieces. For the first time in the cannon of the Jurassic series, the dinosaurs gain as much empathy as any if not more than the human characters we know or have grown to love.

This love for the dinosaurs sets up the very relevant narrative in very pleasing fashion, especially since, the newly created dinosaurs of Jurassic World are threatened by a recently active volcano on Isla Nublar. And while political and government officials all over the world are trying to figure out if these creatures are actually worth saving from extinction…again, this threat allows a chance for redemption for our characters from Jurassic World. In comes in Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard), the former honcho of the recently closed Jurassic World Amusement Park, who now has a career for the preservation of the dinosaurs species. So when the world decides that they are going to watch and allow the creatures to face their deadly fate, Claire is unexpectedly contacted by Benjamin Lockwood (James Cromwell), the silent partner to John Hammond’s original Jurassic Park. Lockwood’s extraction plan for the dinosaurs is headed by the idealistic pretty-boy Eli Mills (Rafe Spall), whose sharp suits heavily contrasts the safari inspired outfits of all the other human characters. Lockwood, who entrusts Mills with the whole operation, informs Claire that in order for the extraction to be fully successful, it is essential that they retrieve the second smartest creature on the planet next to human beings, Blue the Velociraptor. Yet, as much as they have already tried, capturing Blue seems close to impossible without the help of our Indiana Jones inspired hero Owen Grady (Chris Pratt), who aside from being the best dinosaur wrangler on the planet, also has the advantage of raising blue from infancy.

While Owen, Claire and a few more new faces travel back to the Island, and face dinosaurs, active volcanoes and the basis of Murphy’s law, their efforts to retrieve all the animals from the island are never what it seems.

While Fallen Kingdom does take the dinosaurs our of the park, or in this case the fictional island of Isla Nublar, the looming doom and impending danger of the park is never absent and much of this danger is thanks to the wonderful vision of Bayona as well as a masterful score by Michael Giacchino. Giacchino, who elevates the original John Williams score in ways no one would ever think possible, raises the stakes and sonically charges the world of human eating creatures into a glorious manifestation of wonder and beauty. Fallen Kingdom really allows the composer to stretch his muscles and show why he is one of the best contemporary composers in film today.… Expand

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Dragonfly44Jul 13, 2018

To sum this movie up in one sentence, the best thing to describe it is it is mediocre on all fronts. Nothing about it is truly bad, but nothing about it is very good either. Rating - 59%

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Sameer25SmartzJul 6, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jurassic World The fallen Kingdom is a nice flick to watch. Especially, I praise the film's visual effects,Chris Pratt performance,and good grip on the making. Only thing I didn't like about the film is story!!! The plot of the story is routine and I critize the story movement. There is nothing new in the film.
But overall , the film is successful in meeting the expectations of the franchise.… Expand

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JoshtanJul 9, 2018

This movie was very entertaining. Howard and Pratt were a delight to see again. Sets up an interesting third movie

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OH_RickNMortyAug 12, 2018

It just keeps on getting better with these films! I’m usually not a fan of these “hybrid dinosaurs”, but the Indoraptor certainly changed my opinion - that last fight with Blue was brilliantly choreographed. 8/10.

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Kajusi532Jun 2, 2021

The most underrated movie like ever!!!!!!!!! its so good and has so many horror elements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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ItsoldoutinmuniJun 3, 2021

I really like this movie alot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

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SKDJun 24, 2018

Fun, but predictable.

Let’s get the obvious out of the way: No Jurassic movie is ever going to make you feel the way the first one did, ever. That was unique. I certainly felt like the decades of subsequent sequels had pushed me beyond theFun, but predictable.

Let’s get the obvious out of the way: No Jurassic movie is ever going to make you feel the way the first one did, ever. That was unique. I certainly felt like the decades of subsequent sequels had pushed me beyond the point of diminishing returns. Often throughout the film, I starred indifferently at the screen as yet another person was gobbled up when I knew that my jaw should be on the floor.

This round wasn’t nearly as bad as it could have been (certainly not the franchise’s worst) and it still scratches the itch of a fun summer movie. However, there’s only so much that you can do with dinosaurs and people fleeing for their lives before you feel like you’re going through the same, familiar motions.

All the protagonists and antagonists generally played their roles well, but I was pleasantly surprised by Franklin’s character in particular. At first he seemed like the cliché kid who was tagging along for the ride. However, early on he professionally delivers some well written humor that softened me towards his role. The motivation for our heroes and their “Save the Dinosaurs” movement was eye-rolling at times, particularly at the end, but it was bearable. A little disappointed that Jeff Goldblum didn’t really have a role in this movie beyond sitting in a Congressional hearing. Then again, you could argue that he was hanging out with the REAL dinosaurs.

There are plenty of nostalgia moments inter-woven in this movie, especially toward the end. Whether it’s an adult grabbing a child that’s catching their breath by surprise, the Raptor claw clicking the floor as it hunts the child, the child closing the shutter door before the Raptor gets them, or the small raptor fighting the bigger, T-Rex like one; the film pays tribute back to the original multiple times. But like I said at the top, you can’t out-do the master.

As long as you calibrate your expectations before going into the theater (I set mine to zero), you will have a good time. But if you are looking for an experience that will stick with you for decades to come, that was already done 25 years ago.… Expand

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JoshH1999Jul 9, 2018

Very good movie. Great action and set pieces. Visuals were stunning like always in these films. Can't wait for the next one.

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kheasJun 23, 2018

Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom was a fun summer blockbuster. Was it meant to be an award winning film? No, but damn was it a fun ride. Go see it if you love dinosaurs on the big screen and can check your critical mind at the door. It wasJurassic World Fallen Kingdom was a fun summer blockbuster. Was it meant to be an award winning film? No, but damn was it a fun ride. Go see it if you love dinosaurs on the big screen and can check your critical mind at the door. It was worth every penny and I look forward to seeing it again when it comes out on home release format. for more go to https://latetothegame.blog/2018/06/23/smiling-dinosaurs-a-review-of-jurassic-world-fallen-kingdom/… Expand

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dharmaJun 30, 2018

Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom is the type of film that fell into a sophomore slump. It is well made and produced, has likable characters, some good set piece. Yet the story is an obvious set up for the inevitable and infinitely moreJurassic World Fallen Kingdom is the type of film that fell into a sophomore slump. It is well made and produced, has likable characters, some good set piece. Yet the story is an obvious set up for the inevitable and infinitely more interesting Jurassic World '3'. It will sell a lot of tickets, and still better than Jurassic Park 3, with some interesting 'twist' yet it could have been better.… Expand

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ComandanteCobraJul 3, 2018

Good Movie, better that the first modern sequel (jurassic world 2015). I'have seen Jurassic World and I didn't like it one bit...dull , predictable and un-necessary but this one surprise me. It is full of action, fast paced, over theGood Movie, better that the first modern sequel (jurassic world 2015). I'have seen Jurassic World and I didn't like it one bit...dull , predictable and un-necessary but this one surprise me. It is full of action, fast paced, over the top...you will not find a realistic movie of course..it is most like a "fast and furios" with dinosurs: it deliver a good entertainment.
It cointains a lots of references from the first film Jurassic Park from 1993.
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NarowneckJun 22, 2018

Movie was great. vary suspenseful lots of fun action and effects. Was filled with nods and themes from Michael Crichton's books.

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NerdyJackJun 29, 2018

A mediocre movie even for the fans. 'Nough said.
Ok, it seems that I have to type at least 75 characters. The only reason I rate it 7 is that I am a fan of the Jurassic park series, or it could easily be a 5 or 6. Too much reference to theA mediocre movie even for the fans. 'Nough said.
Ok, it seems that I have to type at least 75 characters. The only reason I rate it 7 is that I am a fan of the Jurassic park series, or it could easily be a 5 or 6. Too much reference to the old movies, and the stories is repetitive and nothing new. The first one is a great reboot. This, meh..… Expand

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bfoore90Jun 29, 2018

Fallen Kingdom is a nice follow up to Jurassic World, it takes the franchise in new directions but pales in comparison to Jurassic Park or even The Lost World. Chris Pratt and James Cromwell easily play the most likable characters here, someFallen Kingdom is a nice follow up to Jurassic World, it takes the franchise in new directions but pales in comparison to Jurassic Park or even The Lost World. Chris Pratt and James Cromwell easily play the most likable characters here, some of the side characters are pointless and the bad guys are almost too cartoonish to be taken seriously.… Expand

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twall3Jul 6, 2018

Not sure why this one (for me) wasn't as good as the earlier Jurassic World movie. Maybe it spent too little time in each location, feeling rushed or disjointed. If you love dinosaurs (like I do), it's worth seeing. It's just that as "Solo"Not sure why this one (for me) wasn't as good as the earlier Jurassic World movie. Maybe it spent too little time in each location, feeling rushed or disjointed. If you love dinosaurs (like I do), it's worth seeing. It's just that as "Solo" was good but not great, so is this film. If you can go in prepared for a good, but not great experience, go for it!… Expand

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Davrosdaleks1Jul 14, 2018

This movie does have some big noticeable flaws but is still entertaining. I'd rank this as the second-to-the-last film in the franchise rankings.

The main problem is the villains. Their motivations and actions seem to exist to further theThis movie does have some big noticeable flaws but is still entertaining. I'd rank this as the second-to-the-last film in the franchise rankings.

The main problem is the villains. Their motivations and actions seem to exist to further the plot rather than come off natural. This especially feels odd considering how straight murdery and cartoonishly evil they are. In the previous films, the antagonists were usually more nuanced, amoral and sometimes acting within legality. None of them were out to murder the protagonists. The severe switch in tone leaves the distinct taste of disconnect. The main antagonist is especially muddled in his or her execution. (The villain's identity is easy to predict, but since it is a reveal in the movie, I'll respect it and keep mum on details.) A lot of his dialogue is just exposition, including one reveal that comes off at the oddest moment in the film. Plus, the villain appeared to have access to other streams of revenue; he/shedidn't seem to need to take the risks of managing dangerous dinosaurs for profit.

There are also a few other plot issues: Hammond having a business partner and fellow misguided visionary no one's ever mentioned before, one character just abruptly disappears from the film in the third act, and the supporting protagonists are separated from the leads for way too long.

Still, there is a lot to enjoy. Pratt and Howard are both charming with some great lines. I thought the child actress did a pretty good job. I liked the nerdy guy who mentions the logical point throughout that they'll probably die. Even the villain does have one good scene with Howard and Pratt where he/she makes one sound argument.

The film looks and sounds pretty good. Director J.A. Bayona has a knack with visuals and there are some nice shots in this. The mansion that takes up a good portion of this film, which is part gothic residential quarters, dinosaur museum, and underground lab, is a really impressive setting. The music really sets a tone, including a dramatic spooky choral piece for the most dangerous dinosaur.… Expand

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YeticusJun 28, 2018

Extremely ambitious with the genre changing through the different acts in a good way (in my eyes)

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Movie3Jul 15, 2018

Personally, I loved this movie and can't understand the hate. It was fun, exciting...less humor than the rest, but I love Chris Pratt also and I was not disappointed with the direction this film went. Excited for part 3!

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willroberts91Jul 16, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although it lacks the mystery from the original, it's still a fun, action-packed Dino movie with thrills that takes the franchise to a whole new direction. Most scenes have a familiarity aspect to them. Better than The Lost World and Jurassic Park 3 in my opinion. Not better than Jurassic World though. The climax did not live up to the one from the first Jurassic World.… Expand

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ScienceAdvisorSep 4, 2018

"Genetic power is an uncharted frontier." - This is actually a line in this abomination from someone intimately educated on the science of making super-dinos. Did this idotic writer think the average audience member's general IQ was in the"Genetic power is an uncharted frontier." - This is actually a line in this abomination from someone intimately educated on the science of making super-dinos. Did this idotic writer think the average audience member's general IQ was in the sub-60 range? Bad news, the average is 100. This line was quick followed by DNA research as being claimed as programming a dino to obey human command. The people beind this were clearly in the 10-point range (animal intelligence), as this would mean that ANY species could be modified to be commanded, even people. This was a cash grab on the title, nothing more. The rest of the movie is equally vapid, and not worth talking about. The only highlight was the ass-shots, and covered breast shots that were painfully obvious. This should have been a made for TV movie, not cinematic. The second most incompentent line is about 10 minutes later (half-way through this thing), when it is claimed that the familial mother will activate the genetic code of the offspring. Not due to even more DNA magic, but because that is how the world works. Hell, even the CG/Amimation is terrible at times. For a movie where hald the cast is CG, that is quite pathetic. Finally, there is a scene that I will not spoil except to say the pricing is so juvenile that it proves this was written for chidren, under the age of 10. This should have been tossed into the vault and never seen the light of day. Just like the writer & director. Razzies, do you worst.… Expand

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RenderluzJun 23, 2018

It's a passable action movie basically, a popcorn flick. Now, what I liked best is that both of the protagonist are painted more less as competent people, that is the man does not overshadows the woman and vice-versa, I found refreshing thatIt's a passable action movie basically, a popcorn flick. Now, what I liked best is that both of the protagonist are painted more less as competent people, that is the man does not overshadows the woman and vice-versa, I found refreshing that the male lead does not need to act like an idiot to make the woman lead look good, they both save each other more than once, if you are tired of gender politics give this one a go, it's fairly well balanced, and the dinosaurs look really good.… Expand

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garethvkJun 26, 2018

It has been three years since “Jurassic World” kicked off a new trilogy of Dinosaur films and successfully rebooted the “Jurassic Park” series which had been dormant for over fourteen years. The new film “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom”It has been three years since “Jurassic World” kicked off a new trilogy of Dinosaur films and successfully rebooted the “Jurassic Park” series which had been dormant for over fourteen years. The new film “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” centers on an urgent need to save the dinosaurs from a pending volcanic eruption. This kicks off a huge debate as to the ethics about saving resurrected animals or simply letting them go extinct once again amongst government leaders.

Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard) leads a group hoping to lobby support to save the animals and just when things look darkest, hope arrives with an offer from wealthy industrialist Benjamin Lockwood (James Cromwell), arrives. Lockwood worked with Sir John Hammond to create the creatures many years ago and despite a falling out, he remains passionate about protecting the creatures and wants Claire to help save some of the creatures and relocate them to a private sanctuary. Claire is needed as she has a radio frequency which will make locating and saving certain species easier and she is tasked to take Owen (Chris Pratt), with her to retrieve Blue the Velociraptor.
The fact that Owen and Claire are on the outs is a challenge but the chance to see and save Blue gets him to join the trip and they set off with a team to accomplish their task.
Things do not go as planned as it seems that there is a nefarious plan in place unbeknownst to the ailing Lockwood where animals are being captured in an effort to sell them as organic weapons and collectibles.

Things go into high-gear when it is learned why Blue is so important to the plan and with a new and very deadly species of Dinosaur introduced, things are about to get very dangerous.

If you have seen any of the prior films you will know that there will be plenty of Dinosaur carnage and destruction on hand and that the humans must face their own creations in a battle to survive.

The film takes what to me was a glaring hole in regards to why not simply make new creatures versus the debate over a rescue and gave it a very sobering and sadly understandable answer.

The effects in the film are first-rate and the film does hold your attention and provide some very exciting moments. Some may say that after five films it is hard to recapture the sense of wonder as after all; the film is bound to eventually become creatures on the loose with humans caught in the middle.

Director J.A. Bayona keeps things moving at a brisk pace and does have a script with a few nods to prior films in the series. While some may want to detract the film as mindless entertainment, the film is better than the two sequels to the original “Jurassic Park”, and does provide enough good moments to keep fans happy. I look forward to seeing what the next film in the series offers as this is pure summer entertainment at its best.
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BasilZeroJul 6, 2018

Really great movie. Not as good as the first Jurassic World released few years ago or the first two Jurassic Park movies but way better than Jurassic Park 3. A lot of action, variety of more carnivore dinosaurs than previous films, greatReally great movie. Not as good as the first Jurassic World released few years ago or the first two Jurassic Park movies but way better than Jurassic Park 3. A lot of action, variety of more carnivore dinosaurs than previous films, great horror elements and that sense of feel that the first movie had. A great plot twist at the end that will lead to further sequels.… Expand

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mrushing02Jun 22, 2018

In some ways this movie is a spiritual successor to The Lost World, yet it works better. The reason for taking the dinosaurs off the island makes a lot more sense, especially in light of Jurassic World. They’re not being saved, they’re beingIn some ways this movie is a spiritual successor to The Lost World, yet it works better. The reason for taking the dinosaurs off the island makes a lot more sense, especially in light of Jurassic World. They’re not being saved, they’re being exploited, once again. Sadly this time, the entire world is being put at risk just to line the pockets of a few.

Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard have real star power. Rafe Spall as Eli Mills is sufficiently skeevy as the villain. James Cromwell as Sir Benjamin Lockwood adds a whole new wrinkle into the story and to what is possible with genetic power and his granddaughter played by Isabella Sermon is a wonderful addition to the cast.

The effects are fantastic, even better than Jurassic World. The times when someone touches one of the dinosaurs, it looks so real. Giacchino’s music is on cue, using themes from the Williams’ scores and his work on Jurassic World perfectly. The movie does have it’s flaws, it’s a little too derivative, but honestly, it’s better that Jurassic Park III and The Lost World (all this particular reviewer needed it to be), a worthy addition to the series. It’s rated 3.75 out of 5 stars.… Expand

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visor97Jun 23, 2018

So here's the thing: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is, in pretty much every way, a superior movie to the original Jurassic World. While it carries a lot of the writing problems of its predecessor, in the realm of special effects, generalSo here's the thing: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is, in pretty much every way, a superior movie to the original Jurassic World. While it carries a lot of the writing problems of its predecessor, in the realm of special effects, general visual design (it is dark and moody like a proper Jurassic movie should be, none of the bright blues and nonthreatening greens of Jurassic World), plot, music, and overall pacing, Fallen Kingdom is far superior. Critics and audiences historically have generally been unrealistically oppositional and antagonistic to Jurassic Park movies that stray from the initial premise of "Theme Park with Dinosaurs on it", so it should come as no surprise that Fallen Kingdom has generally reviewed worse than it's predecessor despite being the superior movie. If you're somebody who appreciates the vastly underrated The Lost World: Jurassic Park, you will probably like this movie as well. This movie takes risks that Jurassic World would never have dared to take, and, as with any blockbuster, it's important to go in with an open mind and not allow early reviews to shape your opinion of the film before you see it.… Expand

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skvJun 22, 2018

So long as you don't expect a highly intelligent thriller grounded in nearly-plausible science, this movie is excellent. The plot feels far more fleshed out than Jurassic World and pacing is far improved compared to The Lost World (as thisSo long as you don't expect a highly intelligent thriller grounded in nearly-plausible science, this movie is excellent. The plot feels far more fleshed out than Jurassic World and pacing is far improved compared to The Lost World (as this installment feels like a spiritual successor to that movie). I was unimpressed with Jurassic World's visuals, but was blown away at times with FK's. Also, the score is the best since Jurassic Park.… Expand

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ROYFINKJun 25, 2018

GREAT MOVIE JUST IGNORE THE ADS MARKETING THIS AS A HORROR MOVIE WITH DINO

the movies great but its not what the ads say its not really scary there are a few intense scenes but its more of a action adventure movie the indoraptor is awesomeGREAT MOVIE JUST IGNORE THE ADS MARKETING THIS AS A HORROR MOVIE WITH DINO

the movies great but its not what the ads say its not really scary there are a few intense scenes but its more of a action adventure movie the indoraptor is awesome and i cant wait for the next movie if you liked the lost world then you'll enjoy this… Expand

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d0vla11Jun 24, 2018

Worse than the one from 2015. It had some cringe scenes, plot of the movie was weird, and I won't talk about that ending.
Only Chris Pratt did good here.
Not sure if I could recommend watching this movie, although it was a solid one.

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NoelReviewerOct 19, 2018

I thought it was good. It was still able to capture the magic of the franchise while making its own story. I think that it is the second best jurassic movie, I liked it better than jurassic world. I might even say this is the best one. NoI thought it was good. It was still able to capture the magic of the franchise while making its own story. I think that it is the second best jurassic movie, I liked it better than jurassic world. I might even say this is the best one. No wait I cant, that would be **** Nothing can compare to the original. 8/10.… Expand

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eli_fjrJul 2, 2018

I really really liked Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom. Kept waiting for it to stumble. Extremely entertaining. More horror than action/adventure.

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exorcisamJun 22, 2018

Awesome movie with full action suspense and thrills not as good as the first jurassic movie and the animatronics and CGI was top notch!!!

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All4myannsJul 1, 2018

Good movie, not the best as Jurassic park, but not as bad as the JP3. VERY predictable, and a lot of what the heck moments. That one scene (we all know if you seen it) was so sad. Must stay for the post credit scene.

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ValeliJun 23, 2018

I'll give it a 7.

The set up is a bit (completely) ridiculous and I've have preferred one entirely set on an island again (however formulaic that might be)... but whatever. If you're going to Jurassic Park 5 you probably have a decent ideaI'll give it a 7.

The set up is a bit (completely) ridiculous and I've have preferred one entirely set on an island again (however formulaic that might be)... but whatever. If you're going to Jurassic Park 5 you probably have a decent idea of what you're getting, and you'll pretty much get it. It's a fun popcorn flick with awesome CGI dinosaurs if you don't think about it too much. While the script might be questionable, I think the filming was pretty well done too.… Expand

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DufreshestJul 3, 2018

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom Review

Cinematography: 8/10 Jurassic World flows and looks well with what is. Costume Design: 7.519/10 There are films that place heavy emphasis on attire as a part of intentional design in elaborate ways. I'mJurassic World: Fallen Kingdom Review

Cinematography: 8/10 Jurassic World flows and looks well with what is.

Costume Design: 7.519/10 There are films that place heavy emphasis on attire as a part of intentional design in elaborate ways. I'm becoming stricter with ratings here because attire really creates and contributes to different depths of understanding in certain films. It's not enough to dress a character like Indiana Jones or Wonder Woman then expect everyone to immediately accept them as adventurous or heroic. This adjustment will better help my developing understanding of storytelling as well.

Film Editing: 9/10 Film editing really helps a film become so much more of its intentional design as a complete project especially in a film with so many visual effects.

Make-up and Hair-styling: - /10 This area is tough to analyze when each area isn't so blatant. I'm going not applicable here. But - I will say, I feel as though each character interacting physically with the dinosaurs should be dirtier. Hey, I don't know dinosaur hygiene.

Sound Editing: 8.151/10 The sounds of the dinosaurs are on point. I want to experience the theme park for a more surrounding-wholesome experience.

Visual Effects: 9.491/10 Name another film with realistic dinosaurs living within realistic jungles about volcanic terrain.

Story: 8.959/10 The conversation of genetic manipulation is a touchy though important topic which is backbone to the Jurassic series.

Acting: 8.339/10 The acting works well with the film though the initial scientist with the remote in the beginning makes me question how the acting will be throughout the rest of the film. Talk about having the characters take turns. Not one character seems to have more over the other: there seems to be a balance of dialogue which I find interesting. I think Jurassic World does a good job of putting everyone under a spotlight whether in the depth of their role on a purposeful level or through dialogue.

Personal: Yes, I'm well aware franchises are not always looked upon with the greatest light. Still, I like dinosaurs and I've seen no other films which brings dinosaurs to life other than the Jurassic series (Please - leave the Land Before Time series alone). There's a theme park which is the next step from the Jurassic films so people can have the Jurassic experience for their selves in real life. All the Jurassic series needs to do now is add a discount coupon to their theme park for everyone that watches their films. Seriously, I'll have more of an inclination to with a reminder. I'll always have an appreciation for the Jurassic series even with other dinosaur films within the field to appreciate.

Overall: 8.494/10

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JCLANDEROS117Jun 23, 2018

In this issue is lost the idea primary of the previous films putting as main actors and turning the franchise into a film of action and comedy with continuous comments from Pratt, instead of JURASSIC WORD assimilates more guardians of theIn this issue is lost the idea primary of the previous films putting as main actors and turning the franchise into a film of action and comedy with continuous comments from Pratt, instead of JURASSIC WORD assimilates more guardians of the Galaxy but with dinosaurs, as the soundtrack for me parese lost the touch that makes you remember that movie is to hear, is a DeMille entertaining and good but could be better if they did not want to make it resemble other action films...… Expand

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mcheroesJun 22, 2018

A surprising follow up that manages to stay true to the whole series. To simply put it; This is the best one since the original.

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HPFANBOY1237Jul 1, 2018

Unfortunately, this is a huge disappointment. Now in saying that, it's a huge disappointment because it's an alright follow up to the amazing classic that is Jurassic Park. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is one of the better sequels in theUnfortunately, this is a huge disappointment. Now in saying that, it's a huge disappointment because it's an alright follow up to the amazing classic that is Jurassic Park. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is one of the better sequels in the Jurassic Park series, then again the only movie it beats is Jurassic Park III, which isn't saying much. All the gripes people had about Jurassic World are back again, but this time much MUCH worse! Could we please be done with the weaponizing dinosaurs and genetic engineering sub-plots?! They weren't good the first time around and now they're even worse. These movies really need to learn how to handle their characters. There's no character development. Every character is the exact same from the last movie. Also, quit turning Jurassic Park into a monster movie franchise. Not one scene in this movie wowed me either, which is extremely unusual for a Jurassic Park movie. The shock and awe are apparently gone. It also doesn't help that you saw the whole movie in the last trailer. But aside from all of these negatives, ultimately you can go to this movie and be entertained for 2 hours. It also has a pretty interesting moral dilemma and does something at the end of the film that I'm really intrigued to see where they take it. So, yeah, it's a stupid monster movie with a lot of flaws, but it's entertaining. Is it worth the ticket price, well that's up to you? C-… Expand

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Squishy05Jun 23, 2018

I liked it.. Funny, some tearful moments and even adorable dino's ! Loved the headbutting buddy

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MasterRileyJun 22, 2018

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom for me was actually more enjoyable than 2015's Jurassic World. The new characters introduced in this movie were more interesting and likeable. The stakes were higher and the threat was larger. The actionJurassic World: Fallen Kingdom for me was actually more enjoyable than 2015's Jurassic World. The new characters introduced in this movie were more interesting and likeable. The stakes were higher and the threat was larger. The action sequences were great and there was some really good comedy throughout as well. The movie also ended in a way I totally did not expect it to, and I am totally ready to see what they do with the 3rd movie.… Expand

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timoneJun 23, 2018

Jurassic World 2, or Jurassic Park 5? Yeah, it was very odd that this got mixed reviews to say the least. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom came out on the big screen. Many people are excited to see the dinosaurs again and for me as much as IJurassic World 2, or Jurassic Park 5? Yeah, it was very odd that this got mixed reviews to say the least. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom came out on the big screen. Many people are excited to see the dinosaurs again and for me as much as I liked the first Jurassic World, I actually really enjoyed this one. Yeah, I can't believe what I've just experienced! As far as I'm concerned, I think this one is as good as each other, well for the most part. This film takes place after the events of what happened back at Jurassic World 4 years ago, Owen and Claire are on the mission and that's it. It's the same thing as The Lost World: Jurassic Park and it has two scenes of Jeff Goldblum returning as Dr. Ian Malcolm. And you know what? I really don't mind this movie sequel as all. It has all the action packed scenes and it's action packed all the way through. I can't believe many of people and the kids are ready to see this movie! Many of them are terrified and the kids are not! I actually heard one of the audience whispering "Oh my God." There are many other scenes that I really loved when I went to cinema with my Dad and one of them are gripping and grim. One is where volcano erupts and Owen and Claire and all the dinosaurs running away. The second is the fact that the people who are actually b*****ds who wanted to sell dinosaurs and sent them for auction and the disturbing out of all of them is the Indoraptor has bitten the man's arm off. Seriously, didn't kids and parents find it to be grim? To me, it is. F***ing hell! Boom! Safety! Wow! I really don't know what to do! That's pretty intense! I am such a huge fan of Jurassic Park as a franchise and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is an enjoyable sequel. Not as fantastic as the first Jurassic World, it had some dumb moments which it was a dumb movie but it works and Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard did their great performances. The baddies are absolute b*****ds and that is what I should learn from The Lost World: Jurassic Park. Yeah, I know Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom has it's flaws for being the same as the second Jurassic Park film but I just can't help but feel the enjoyment out of it and the action sequences are gripping as hell and I've heard they're making a third film or should I say a sixth film of the Jurassic Park franchise and I think this is going to be a last film that is to say it's going to be the same thing as Jurassic Park 3. Fans of Jurassic Park and World will appreciate those films for it's awesomeness and technically I think they are too. I keep expecting to see Sam Neill and Laura Dern to return for if many other films are not as good as the original Jurassic Park then Jurassic Park will never be the same without Sam Neill.… Expand

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dinodanJun 22, 2018

This was a decent movie. Not the best in the series, but also not the worst (JP3 looking at you). Be warned, if you are coming in and expecting to see a movie similar to Jurassic World you will be disappointed. You can tell from the startThis was a decent movie. Not the best in the series, but also not the worst (JP3 looking at you). Be warned, if you are coming in and expecting to see a movie similar to Jurassic World you will be disappointed. You can tell from the start that there is a new director in charge. JA Bayona is a fantastic director and he put his spin on the series. His style though is more of an intense movie than the lighthearted style of Colin Trevorrow. I think that this works pretty nicely. I feel the tone of this movie reflects the tone of the books better than any of the other movies, but that style is not going to be what people expect/want. Overall, the movie is good, it has its questionable moments, but I enjoyed it.… Expand

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mrmonsterSep 21, 2018

A very fun, enjoyable movie. It had charm, humor, and lots of good dinosaur action scenes, I would recommend you give it a watch. Can't wait for the trilogy to be complete.

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eagleeyevikingJul 6, 2018

More concerned with setting up "Jurassic World 3" than creating a wholesome film, "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" is an inferior sequel despite several suspenseful and thrilling moments.

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temptershellJun 25, 2018

I watched the second part of Jurassic World or the fifth part of Jurassic Park, if you prefer. I was having a great time and despite many idiocys (not only in biological matters), the movie is holding up and grabbing my heart.
Not only doI watched the second part of Jurassic World or the fifth part of Jurassic Park, if you prefer. I was having a great time and despite many idiocys (not only in biological matters), the movie is holding up and grabbing my heart.
Not only do dinosaurs look wonderful but all of the locations.… Expand

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MaxPayneIsGodJun 22, 2020

The natural progression of the "Jurassic" story and a couple of "MacGuffins" thrown in for good measure.
Turn your brain off, ignore the plot holes and enjoy a simplistic joy ride into your childhood.
People shouldn't take a movie aboutThe natural progression of the "Jurassic" story and a couple of "MacGuffins" thrown in for good measure.
Turn your brain off, ignore the plot holes and enjoy a simplistic joy ride into your childhood.
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AxeTJun 25, 2018

Comes in as expected which is big spectacle overlong formulaic tent pole action that drags like they all do now, but somehow the effects are even slightly better than the given spectacular with the story about as inventive as can beComes in as expected which is big spectacle overlong formulaic tent pole action that drags like they all do now, but somehow the effects are even slightly better than the given spectacular with the story about as inventive as can be reasonably demanded though not the all out breakout progression that's been teased then retreated upon since the first sequel in 1997. They milk as much as possible of course.… Expand

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AcaciaJun 26, 2018

I really enjoyed this movie! The action starts right out of the gate and doesn’t stop. The island is getting ready to blow its top, thanks to a very angry volcano. John Hammond’s former partner has a plan to relocate all the dinos to aI really enjoyed this movie! The action starts right out of the gate and doesn’t stop. The island is getting ready to blow its top, thanks to a very angry volcano. John Hammond’s former partner has a plan to relocate all the dinos to a beautiful islamd where they can love out their lives in peace. So, they need to be rescued. As Owen says when he is asked to come along and save Blue, “What could go wrong?” Um, everything? And, of course, things start their downhill slide from there. However, the rescue is not all it’s cracked up to be, as Claire and Owen soon find out. Once the dinos leave the island, a new plan is revealed and the chaos moves to a new location. There are big teeth and big screams. Thrilling and heart stopping at times. I thoroughly enjoyed the ride!… Expand

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justwibiAug 19, 2018

what i do really liked about this sequel/reboot is... i feel like this one is using much heart than before

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RatedRexJul 21, 2018

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is the quintessential, summer blockbuster, popcorn movie. It gives you what you expect in a movie like this. Anyone in the audience expecting the movie to rival "The Godfather" is crazy. We get fun, suspense,Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is the quintessential, summer blockbuster, popcorn movie. It gives you what you expect in a movie like this. Anyone in the audience expecting the movie to rival "The Godfather" is crazy. We get fun, suspense, great villains, Bryce Howard in tight jeans, great special effects, and we get to see dinosaurs eat and rip apart humans. That's exactly what I came to see.… Expand

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spiderobertJun 25, 2018

I enjoyed the movie, not a ton happened story-wise, but it was just a fun, dumb movie.

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JP32Aug 8, 2018

It is preposterous, and there are huge logical inconsistencies and plot holes, but because it embraces its place as a lean, B-caliber monster movie, Jurassic World 2 doesn't get the deservedly unkind comparisons to Spielberg's work in the series.

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joeyabukiJul 7, 2018

Great VFX; very well directed by J. A. Bayona, an excellent guy making horror films; good cinematography; an awesome blockbuster with action sequences & explotions 10/10... but the script is really mediocre, Colin Trevorrow should stay awayGreat VFX; very well directed by J. A. Bayona, an excellent guy making horror films; good cinematography; an awesome blockbuster with action sequences & explotions 10/10... but the script is really mediocre, Colin Trevorrow should stay away from this franchise; the same scenes from the first instalments over & over again, even from the last one; stupid characters; horrible villains; the first 10 minutes are pretty good, but after that nothing makes sense, T-Rex seems to be their friend, besides super predictible, everything here is by coincidence; Bayona does what he can with this script to save the movie but putting horror in a house wasn't a good idea either, it's great for a horror movie, but not for this "world". You have to unplug your brian if you want to enjoy this.

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bartalexDec 25, 2018

La verdad que una pelicula muy buena de esta saga de dinosoros
Muy buen argumento aun que la unica pega es como se desenvolupa el final que deja un poco que desear.

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DominArsenDec 8, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Le premier Jurassic World était la représentation de la démesure hollywoodienne. Dans un contexte futuriste il nous poser la question de comment Hollywood pouvez encore nous rendre les films attractifs alors que nous surprendre deviens de plus en plus difficile.
Celui-ci se veut plus cool et nous amène dans une aventure qui prend pour sujet [spoiler] la protection des animaux à l'échelle des dinosaures [/spoiler] ! Et j'avoue c'est actuelle et surtout moins critique que le premier qui était critique envers ces propres unités de création, puisque "oui" Jurassic Wordl est produit par la machine Hollywoodiene..
Dans ce nouvel épisode, les personnages sont intéressants. Tout en utilisant les mêmes codes, le réalisateur réussit à les présentés de la même manière en changeant le contexte. Je dois dire que cela fonctionne très bien!
Une mise en scène fabuleuse sur certains moments particuliers. Notamment les passages de surprise[spoiler] les griffes qui s'approche [/spoiler] , les angles de caméra exceptionnel, ou les cinématiques sans cut.
[spoiler] Les mâchoires qui se referment [/spoiler] ce n'est pas surprenant certes, mais ça fonctionne toujours aussi bien sur moi.
Un Dolby Atmos particulièrement efficace sur certaines scènes spécifiques.
Une 3D inutile.
Des musiques..
Bref j'aime les dinosaures j'aime ce film.
En grand fan j'envie cette fin "La nouvelle ère véritable" !
Je m'intéresse du coup au futur choix "Post apocalyptique" ou "La chute d'un empire" #Hollywood
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Thigpen84Sep 19, 2019

Great suspense and it took the franchise in a diff direction....I still like Jurassic park better and jurassic world a little tiny bit better

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MonkiReviewsAug 28, 2020

The movie, though not as good as the first one, was entertaining. The acting was good throughout, the special effects were good, and the mood was set well. But the story wasn’t as good. It’s story started off great, but slowly got worse as itThe movie, though not as good as the first one, was entertaining. The acting was good throughout, the special effects were good, and the mood was set well. But the story wasn’t as good. It’s story started off great, but slowly got worse as it went in (but never to a bad level). I enjoyed it, and Chris Pratt really shines in this movie.… Expand

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rpotter1000Jul 9, 2022

Underrated movie, but I think understand why. It’s a little strange, and it’s sort of two different movies in roughly the first and second halves. But it worked for me. It has some striking atmosphere and kind of old-fashioned classic movieUnderrated movie, but I think understand why. It’s a little strange, and it’s sort of two different movies in roughly the first and second halves. But it worked for me. It has some striking atmosphere and kind of old-fashioned classic movie elements that I liked, but it has good dumb fun too, and enough typical Jurassic franchise styling to feel like it fits as a sequel.… Expand

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Truth_of_PiscesJun 25, 2018

It's definitely trying something semi-new here by completely getting rid of the park and the island, but there a plenty of the same beats from the Lost World that keep it from being wholly original. It attempts to be a bite tense andIt's definitely trying something semi-new here by completely getting rid of the park and the island, but there a plenty of the same beats from the Lost World that keep it from being wholly original. It attempts to be a bite tense and frightening than the ones before it, and it works to a degree, especially considering most of the "big moments" take place in confined spaces. It's obvious from the ending- and the money this film has made already- that the franchise isn't going extinct anytime soon, and it's going to be interesting to see how they pull off the next one. Overall it's enjoyable, it has some moments that make it better than the last one, but it doesn't even begin the reach the heights of the original Jurassic Park and your appreciation for this film may depend on how well you received Jurassic World and if you enjoy this new path their taking these films going forward.… Expand

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JPKJun 29, 2019

Disappointing Sequel
Fallen Kingdom has great performances from Pratt and Howard once again along with beautiful CGI, as well as one very powerful and emotional scene about the Brachiosaurus. But unfortunately it also succumbs to sequelitisDisappointing Sequel
Fallen Kingdom has great performances from Pratt and Howard once again along with beautiful CGI, as well as one very powerful and emotional scene about the Brachiosaurus. But unfortunately it also succumbs to sequelitis with a very annoying performance from Justice Smith (He’s WAY better in Pikachu), a script with some very dumb moments, And the charm of the previous film isn’t very present.… Expand

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DubeauJul 11, 2018

JW 2 starts just fine but then become a monster in a mansion movie. The story is weak because you feel it's a setup for another movie, but also it sacrifice the sens of scale of the dinosaurs in the process. The acting is just ok, but theJW 2 starts just fine but then become a monster in a mansion movie. The story is weak because you feel it's a setup for another movie, but also it sacrifice the sens of scale of the dinosaurs in the process. The acting is just ok, but the best performance are done by secondary actors that are the oldest in the movie. At half the movie the dinos became physically smaller to fit into a mansion basement, and that's where the movie lose any credibility with the watcher. The music wasn't very good with accentuation at the wrong places. The FX was still very potent. I give it 45% because of the good beginning. But the rest of the movie is just horrible in too many ways...… Expand

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robertoiglesiasAug 7, 2018

Entertaining film with interesting characters and awesome effects, just not perfect, due to many plot problems and a disappointing second half.

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arbiter9999Jun 27, 2018

This movie is the second best since jurassic park.has some mistakes but does not affect the plot,also had iconic moments ,a great jurassic movie!.

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whoischarlotteJun 26, 2018

I can't help but enjoy these films, despite their fair share of problems. I just keep getting emotional over CGI dinosaurs.

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GBG_JasonJun 28, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The film opens with the US government, yet again butting their heads into something outside of their jurisdiction, deciding on the fate of the dinosaurs that are being threatened by an active volcano on the island they inhabit from the previous film. Claire Dearing, played by Bryce Dallas Howard, is on the front line of a non-profit organization petitioning to save the dinosaurs, which fails to sway the government to intervene. Lucky for Claire and the dinosaurs, Eli Mills, played by Rafe Spall, steps in as a proxy for one of the late John Hammond's previously unnamed partners of the original park, and wants to set up a nature preserve on a private island for the dinosaurs. Without permission or authority, the project has already been started, but Mills' group of hunters and mercenaries have been unsuccessful in tracking down Blue, the only remaining raptor surviving from first film. Because of this they need Claire to track down Owen Grady, played by Chris Pratt, to assist in bringing in his former "pet."

Starting off strong, it doesn’t take much time for the inevitable double cross to take place on the island, leaving Owen, Claire, and their new cohorts to face volcanic eruptions, mercenaries, and free roaming dinosaurs. This premise sounds like it would be a thrilling adventure, but the execution feels more akin to being The Lost World 2, since this is almost the exact same plot of the second film in the franchise. Sure, some scenes are amazing, but they are far and few between, often falling flat due to poor editing. A prime example of this is takes place early on, when Owen finds himself tranquilized and alone in the forest with freshly spewed lava inching towards him. Pratt's execution of this scene is flawless in creating tension, with him trying to flail about to move out of the path of danger, but soon cuts away, never showing the audience exactly how he made it out alive. It's as if someone gave up in the middle of creating this scene and just decided to let him survive because he's one of the main characters, and arguably one of the best things about the movie offering a number of hilarious one-liners and bringing his normal swagger to the performance. This makes the wide-eyed and often boring performance of Howard to be even less believable, yet again proving that she has no business being in Hollywood other than having her father's name. While the other actors offer respectable performances, none stand out in any meaningful ways.

The plot holes don't end here, and while I know this is a fictional film and requires the suspension of disbelief, the writers seemed to have forgotten their own rules set forth in the previous films, such as the giant hamster balls that are used in the last film. If you remember, Jimmy Fallon's cameo explains that the spheres are bullet proof, and can withstand a .50 caliber bullet. Knowing that, I am still wondering who decided to let Owen shoot holes through the glass using a standard pistol and then pry the glass off with a knife.

My biggest issue with the film is the incorporation of the previously unnamed partner's granddaughter, Maisie Lockwood, played by Isabella Sermon. While she is portrayed well by the young girl, late into the film it is revealed she's not his granddaughter, but a clone of Lockwood's daughter, which is what drove a wedge between the longtime friends. With Hammond being dead for around 20 years, I find it hard to believe this is what caused an issue with them, as the young girl is barely 13. Additionally, the reveal is thrown out so casually, it's as if it was improvised during filming and is never fully fleshed out.

The original Jurassic Park holds up well even today, almost 30 years later, due to the fact that the late Stan Winston created a number of animatronic dinosaurs in addition to the CGI. This entry relies heavily on CGI which works for the most part, but I found many scenes to be overly obvious that the actors are looking at a tennis ball or other inanimate object that was placed in the shot. The biggest problem with these dinosaurs is there simply isn't that many of them, with their screen time clocking in at what feels like less than half the film’s entire runtime. And at a little over two hours, this feels much longer than it is; my wife agreed saying it felt like we spent the entire day at the theater.

While the film is watchable and fares better than a SyFy channel movie of the week, it's hardly worth your money. I would strongly recommend waiting for it to release as a rental, opposed to spending the ungodly amount of money the theaters are asking these days.… Expand

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KevinChau5Jun 22, 2018

Awesome film! Best Jurassic Park film since the original and Jurassic World! Loved Chris Pratt's performance and visual effects

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Joshinatir2200Jun 23, 2018

Fallen Kingdom proves that mindless dinosaur action is still entertaining, even though the plot and characters are nothing to boast about

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Chimes003Jun 29, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a movie meant for the theater. The high points are I the CGI and the dinosaurs themselves. There is a lot of symbolism in the movie. Much of which has to do with evolution and that we are doomed to repeat the mistakes in the past. When the viewer watches for these it aids the slower points in the script. For instance, there is a point in the script where the protagonists emerge from the water to crawl onto a sandy beach. A clear nod to evolution. There is also constant lightning storms during the scenes where the bad guys are meddling with the power of genetics. A clear Frankenstein reference. The dinosaurs are believable and fantastic to behold. There is a lot of CGI in movies nowadays, but I have not seen natural movement from these creations in years. Clearly, the budget went to the guys and gals doing research, animation and animatronics. Fun movie for the summer. A blockbuster but not an Oscar winner. Go to see this one in the theater!… Expand

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XxsonicshinobiXJul 23, 2018

This movie was actually good. It had a good plot but the shortend run time it had to be rushed. The new charicters were not developed well, the old guy was my favoret charicter. The main villan was so under developed that i wanted hime to dieThis movie was actually good. It had a good plot but the shortend run time it had to be rushed. The new charicters were not developed well, the old guy was my favoret charicter. The main villan was so under developed that i wanted hime to die by the end. The twist at the end was suprising and relivent to the movie. All i have to say is WATCH IT!!!… Expand

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WhateverHoweverSep 7, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think they should have allowed the RICH to buy the Dinosaurs. Because people will kill these dinosaurs roaming free like that at the end of the movie. Hunters will kill them all. And also because if they kill humans, they will be killed. The Rich would do whatever to protect these dinosaurs. It is a nice concept.… Expand

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BrettSiebenhaarAug 10, 2018

This was an excellent sequel to Jurassic World. This movie was fun, funny, suspenseful, and emotional. That Brontosaurus scene, it was a little bit of a tear jerker, no lie. The end of this movie game the Jurassic World title its trueThis was an excellent sequel to Jurassic World. This movie was fun, funny, suspenseful, and emotional. That Brontosaurus scene, it was a little bit of a tear jerker, no lie. The end of this movie game the Jurassic World title its true meaning. I cant wait for the next one!… Expand

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Caldan58Apr 6, 2019

8.6/10
This movie is a great follow up to Jurassic World but the comedy is horrible and I hate the new dude

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starflixJul 18, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Join this video https://youtu.be/8axpqYPFxSs
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John_TJul 20, 2018

Very entertaining movie. Sets up an intriguing sequel. The action and set pieces really stood out to me.

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KaydenRJul 21, 2018

Really enjoyed Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. The effects and visuals were great. Overall it was entertaining and fun. Moves the series in a new direction.

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Jess_KJul 21, 2018

I don't understand some of the negativity people have with this film. Its not perfect but its definitely not terrible. I really liked it and was entertained. The volcano sequence was really good and I loved the horror like elements to the film.

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AlyssaKJul 21, 2018

Very enjoyable and a fun ride. I really liked Chris Pratt and Blue. The visuals were amazing.

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ElodinJul 22, 2018

I can't understand the whole point of the bad critics. The movie is what it is and I believe everything was on point. If you're going to the cinema to watch a dinosaur movie you can't expect anything else but what you saw. And there was veryI can't understand the whole point of the bad critics. The movie is what it is and I believe everything was on point. If you're going to the cinema to watch a dinosaur movie you can't expect anything else but what you saw. And there was very good shooting in some points. The scene where a dino dies in the erupted island as the main cast leaves is very touching. If you wanna see a movie with dinos and action, go ahead!… Expand

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AmylynnJul 23, 2018

Great action and dino thrills. Really liked Owen and Claire in this movie as well as new additions Maisie and Zia. The Indoraptor was great. The movie moved the franchise in a new direction. Can't wait for the next one!

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BrainL87Jul 23, 2018

Great film overall. Visuals were top-notch and the action was awesome. Loved the use of animatronics to bring the dinos to life. Really liked the lead characters as well.

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HenndersonJul 23, 2018

Pretty good movie. Fun summer blockbuster with awesome dinosaur action. The opening and volcano eruption sequences were amazing in this movie. The characters were good for the most part and the I really liked the horror vibe that the moviePretty good movie. Fun summer blockbuster with awesome dinosaur action. The opening and volcano eruption sequences were amazing in this movie. The characters were good for the most part and the I really liked the horror vibe that the movie had fir the second half.… Expand

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GavinHJul 25, 2018

Absolutely loved this movie. It was very entertaining and the dinosaurs were awesome. The action and characters were cool too. I really enjoyed the second half with its more horror like feel. Overall it moves the series in a new direction.

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JteeganJul 31, 2018

Was very entertaining and fun. Loved blue and the indoraptor. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard have really good chemistry together. The action was good and the set-pieces were amazing. I really enjoyed the ending am an interested to seeWas very entertaining and fun. Loved blue and the indoraptor. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard have really good chemistry together. The action was good and the set-pieces were amazing. I really enjoyed the ending am an interested to see where they take the next one.… Expand

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Todd_DJul 31, 2018

This movie was great. The effects were amazing and I loved the use of animatronics. Whatever problem people have with the plot at least it moved the franchise in a new direction. I personally loved the opening sequence and the sequence withThis movie was great. The effects were amazing and I loved the use of animatronics. Whatever problem people have with the plot at least it moved the franchise in a new direction. I personally loved the opening sequence and the sequence with the characters in dinosaurs running from the volcano. The second half had a really cool horror-like vibe that I really enjoyed. Overall its a fun movie that deserves a higher rating.… Expand

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JanessaAug 1, 2018

Very good movie. The dinosaurs were top-notch and the set-pieces were great. The plot was pretty good and it moved the franchise in a new direction. The Indoraptor was awesome and Blue is great.

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meydianarizki21Nov 20, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you asked me to describe any of the characters in the original Jurassic World beyond their one-note personality quirks, I'd come up completely blank. If you were to ask me to describe the characters in Fallen Kingdom, however, I could go on forever. Claire Dearing is the Dr. Frankenstein of the film; passionate, proactive and blinded by her own ambitions, hubris and sense of righteousness. Her entire reputation, everything she's grown into since the events of Jurassic World, any chance she has at personal redemption for the lives lost on Isla Nublar 3 years ago, hinges on her saving the animals she once viewed as nothing more than corporate assets. She is driven by her emotions (Particularly her deep seated personal guilty), passions and code of ethics rather than merely plot convenience or cold, unconditional logic as was the case in the original Jurassic World. This makes her character far more relatable and human and her errors in decision making a lot more forgivable and understandable. Her arc from self-tortured and arrogant martyr to willing and humble hero is handled with a surprising degree of subtlety that not many critics have given her credit for. Owen Grady also benefits from a stronger characterization in Fallen Kingdom, we get to see more of his relationship with Blue and understand why and how he formed such a strong relationship with her. Fallen Kingdom does an excellent job establishing Owen as a man outside of and uncomfortable with the civilized world, exhausted with the pretensions and self righteousness of his fellow human beings. The honesty, trust and unconditional love he's shared with Blue since birth means the world to him and his love for her is the one thing he has left that's truly worth fighting for. Because the cast is playing actual characters this time around rather than merely hollow archetypes, the performances improve tenfold. Bryce Dallas Howard is allowed to be confident, fervent and passionate in her vocal delivery. Chris Pratt is allowed to be emotionally vulnerable and nuanced in his facial acting.

Even the dinosaurs have more character here than they had in Jurassic World; Blue's mini-arc of feeling distrust and abandonment from Owen to repairing their broken relationship is certainly more character development than any terrible lizard of Jurassic Park movies prior and the Indoraptor has both an odd sense of tragedy and unique, slasher villain-esque aesthetic that give her a real sense of identity that the Indominus Rex lacked.

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom possesses possibly the most striking and memorable aesthetic of any Jurassic Park film to date. The tone feels deliciously Gothic horror inspired with some beautifully chilling and dark imagery that really captures the feeling of terror and majesty held in the Crichton books. In an age where so many Hollywood blockbusters are so unbearably dull in their visuals, Fallen Kingdom retaining the style of a Gothic monster movie is as refreshing as it is gorgeous to take in. Also, it's definitely worth mentioning than the effects have improved significantly from Jurassic World, in large part due to the combination of CGI and animatronics and the darker pallete.

Finally, I wish to discuss the film's ending and the character of Maisie, both of which have been under heavy scrutiny and both of which I loved. Isabella Sermon is one of the most endearing, ranged and talented child actresses I've seen since Danielle Harris and she does a phenomenal job handling her character's slow and methodical unraveling or her traumatizing origins. Maisie also brings real weight to the film's ethical question and a legitimate argument for why humanity shouldn't let the dinosaurs die. Maisie's creation as a clone was by all means unethical. However, this does not mean that killing or abandoning her would be the responsible decision to such an ethical mistake. This is why Maisie has to be the one to set them free into the world; she understands the ethical mistake behind their creation, but also that the murky ethical circumstances behind them is not necessarily their fault. She has an empathy for these creatures that none of the other humans do. The dinosaurs in Fallen Kingdom having much more in the way of characterization and personality already established the foundation for this argument and Maisie makes that argument all the more difficult to answer.

If you had told me a year ago that I would be praising a Jurassic World sequel as the 2nd best in the entire franchise, I would have called you crazy. But, lo and behold...Here we are. I love this film to the point where I could defend it for hours. I love the themes, I love the performances, I love the characters, I love the effects. I loved it. I loved it. I'll keep saying it if you want me too.… Expand

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AnnaskovSep 6, 2018

Great movie. Recommend highly to Jurassic fans. Absolutely perfect. Buy the Blu-ray.

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JoemanGSep 6, 2018

OMG I LOVE JURASSIC. GOOOOOD. This movie is absolutely amazing. I give an obvious 10/10.

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SmilingCatSep 8, 2018

This is a highly underrated movie. I don't get all the hate. People should calm down and adjust their expectations.

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GodGadamsSep 8, 2018

I just re watched the movie, and it was even better the first time I saw it. I highly recommend to anyone who is a fan of JP.

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MilkyWay1choc1Sep 8, 2018

Let me be realistic. This is the second best JP movie of all time. It is by far not oscar worthy, but it is good enough for what it is.

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RedanZHowardSep 8, 2018

This movie is fantastic. I had a great time watching this movie. I'd say its best to bring friends.

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Sheckler99Oct 8, 2018

Very entertaining movie. The volcano sequence was awesome and the dinosaurs looked amazing. Great to see Owen and Claire return.

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Ryan_MOct 8, 2018

Really enjoyed this film. The first half provided tones of action and dinosaurs while the second half was suspenseful and very atmospheric. Sets up an intriguing sequel.

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whackjackerOct 23, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just didn't get it. Why didn't Godzilla show up and fight the Jaegers? So much time was wasted on the dumb humans. I wanted to fight kaijus and not be a clone.

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SerchvazJul 2, 2019

The next chapter in the Jurassic franchise is ok, but so good as the first Jurassic film, this movie tries to take the franchise in a new way, but there is where it fails.but as a dinosaur fan, you will enjoy this movie and possibly love it.The next chapter in the Jurassic franchise is ok, but so good as the first Jurassic film, this movie tries to take the franchise in a new way, but there is where it fails.but as a dinosaur fan, you will enjoy this movie and possibly love it.
The plot is ok, it has some flaws with the human characters, the best of the plot was the volcano idea, this and the hybrid dinosaur adds something fresh and new to the franchise.… Expand

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Wavy_YeezyMay 25, 2019

Not quite as good as the first Jurassic World, when is a sequel ever better than the first? But I don't get why it has low scores it's pretty good.

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QuartzcatJan 5, 2020

Really liked the movie. Exciting. Funny. ---For reference I found the First Jurassic movie with chris pratt mediocre

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BrunoFS24Jan 19, 2020

Even if doesn't reach the heights of his predecessor, this is another welcome addition tô The franchise, with great action sequences, a little bit of humor, drama, and dino thrills!

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