Brief Summary
This video is a spoiler review of "Jurassic World Rebirth," discussing both the positive and negative aspects of the film. The reviewer highlights the impressive opening sequence, the natural integration of dinosaurs into the modern world, and the introduction of new species. Criticisms include certain retcons, underutilized creatures, and missed opportunities for character development. Overall, the reviewer gives the movie a 6-7 out of 10 rating, noting its potential and the anticipation for future sequels to expand upon the established elements.
- The opening sequence set in 2011 with the D-Rex is a standout, reminiscent of "Final Destination" and highlighting chaos theory.
- The movie successfully integrates dinosaurs into the modern world, with characters treating their presence as normal.
- The introduction of new species, like the Dunliosus, without prior marketing is a welcome surprise.
- Retcons, such as the identity of the Mosasaurus, and underutilized creatures, like the Mutadon and Spinosaurus, are significant drawbacks.
- The characters' natural chemistry and platonic relationships are a refreshing change from typical franchise tropes.
Intro
The video is a spoiler-filled review of "Jurassic World Rebirth," released worldwide tomorrow. The reviewer urges viewers to watch the movie in cinemas for the best experience. This video will discuss specific moments and nitpicks, both good and bad, unlike the previous non-spoiler review which focused on overall impressions. Viewers are encouraged to watch the movie and then return to compare opinions.
The Good
The opening sequence, set in 2011 with the D-Rex, is a highlight, comparable to "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom's" opening. A Snickers bar causing a malfunction that leads to the D-Rex's escape is a memorable, "Final Destination"-like moment that exemplifies chaos theory. In the modern-day setting of 2028, the presence of an Apatosaurus is treated as normal, indicating dinosaurs have integrated into the world. This connects to "Jurassic World: Chaos Theory," where dinosaurs live on the mainland and people have adapted. "Jurassic World Rebirth" introduces new species, such as the Dunliosus, without prior marketing, a welcome change from "Jurassic World Dominion." The deaths in the movie are generally enjoyable to watch, with Martin Kreb's death being a standout, reminiscent of "The Lost World." The T-Rex's limited screen time is a positive, as it prevents the dinosaur from feeling forced. The characters' chemistry feels natural, particularly the platonic relationship between Zora and Duncan, which is a refreshing contrast to the often forced or toxic relationships in the franchise. The ending is reminiscent of the first Jurassic Park movie.
The Bad
One of the biggest issues is the retcon that the Mosasaurus in "Jurassic World Rebirth" is the same one from the "Jurassic World" trilogy, despite their differing appearances. This was a missed opportunity to introduce a new, more paleo-accurate Mosasaurus. The quetzalcoatlus fossil in the museum matching the design of those seen later in the movie is another missed opportunity to showcase the Biosyn quetzalcoatlus and highlight paleontological discoveries. The cost of the hybrid experiments, stated as $76 million, contradicts the concern over the Indominus Rex's $26 million cost in the previous films. The deaths of Bobby and Nina felt too quick, especially since Bobby was a likable character with potential for a more significant role. The Mutadon was underutilized and lacked impact. Obtaining DNA sequences felt too easy for the characters. The Spinosauruses were heavily marketed but underused in the film, with a missed opportunity to showcase them as a threat on land.
Overall
Overall, "Jurassic World Rebirth" is enjoyable but has untapped potential. It may require multiple viewings to fully appreciate and will likely be enhanced by future sequels. The reviewer gives the movie a 6-7 out of 10 rating, citing the mix of enjoyable moments and significant issues. The reviewer encourages viewers to share their own thoughts on the movie in the comments.
