Brief Summary
This video provides a comprehensive, humorous, and critical review of all the Jurassic Park/World movies, from the original Jurassic Park to Dominion. It highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each film, discussing plot, characters, special effects, and overall impact on the franchise.
- The original Jurassic Park is lauded as a perfect film.
- The Lost World is seen as a decent sequel with a flawed story.
- Jurassic Park III is criticized for its strange choices and lack of a strong narrative.
- Jurassic World is considered a step up but still falls short of the original.
- Fallen Kingdom is heavily criticized for its nonsensical plot and character decisions.
- Dominion is described as a complete failure, derailing the franchise with its absurd storylines and character choices.
Intro
The video introduces a guided tour of the Jurassic Park movies, promising a nostalgic look at the earlier films and a critical examination of the later ones. The host humorously warns viewers about the declining quality of the franchise, particularly the last two movies.
Jurassic Park
The original Jurassic Park is described as a perfect movie, praising its captivating concept, excellent character choices, groundbreaking CGI and practical effects, and unique story. The opening scene is analyzed for its eerie tone and effective foreshadowing. The introduction of key characters like Robert Muldoon, Alan Grant, and Ellie Sattler is discussed, highlighting their roles and the actors' performances. The arrival of John Hammond and the setup for the park's inspection are detailed, along with Dennis Nedry's shady deal to smuggle dinosaur DNA. The introduction of Ian Malcolm and the iconic arrival at Jurassic Park are celebrated for their impact and suspense. The presentation of dinosaur creation and the characters' reactions are described, emphasizing the shift from wonder to concern. The T-Rex attack is analyzed in detail, praising the animatronics and suspenseful moments. The aftermath of the attack and the characters' struggle for survival are recounted, including Nedry's death and the group's efforts to restore power. The kitchen scene with the Velociraptors is highlighted for its tension and choreography. The film's climax, with the T-Rex saving the day, and the emotional departure from the island are discussed, concluding with high praise for the movie's overall impact.
The Lost World
The Lost World is critiqued for its weaker story compared to the original, particularly in the second half, but is still considered enjoyable. The opening scene and transition to Ian Malcolm's life post-Jurassic Park are described. The meeting with John Hammond and Peter Ludlow, along with the cameo from the Jurassic Park kids, is discussed. Ian's mission to the island and the introduction of new characters like Vince Vaughn's character and Eddie Carr are detailed. The arrival on Isla Sorna and the encounter with Stegosaurus are recounted, along with the introduction of Roland Tembo and his hunting team. Ludlow's live-streamed pitch for a new Jurassic Park and the sabotage by Sarah and Nick are described. The high-hide scene and the trailer attack by the T-Rexes are highlighted for their suspense and special effects. Eddie's death and the arrival of Roland's crew are recounted, leading to the group's journey to the Communication Center. The compy attack and the T-Rex pursuit are described, along with the long grass scene and the Velociraptor attack. The arrival at the Communication Center and the subsequent Raptor attack are detailed, including Kelly's gymnastics scene. The capture of the T-Rex and the events in San Diego are recounted, including the T-Rex rampage and the resolution with Ian and Sarah. The film concludes with Hammond's speech about leaving the dinosaurs alone.
Jurassic Park III
Jurassic Park III is described as an okay movie with a few good moments but overall strange choices. The opening parasailing scene and the introduction of Alan Grant and Ellie Sattler's changed relationship are discussed. Alan's seminar and the arrival of Paul and Amanda Kirby are recounted, leading to the ill-fated flight over Isla Sorna. The plane crash and the Spinosaurus attack are described, along with the T-Rex fight and the revelation of the Kirbys' true motives. The discovery of Eric and his survival skills are highlighted, along with the Pteranodon nest scene and the river journey. The Spinosaurus pursuit and the phone call to Ellie are recounted, leading to the arrival of the Navy and the rescue. The film concludes with the characters flying home and the overall assessment of the movie's flaws.
Jurassic World
Jurassic World is seen as a small ember of hope in the franchise, with a functioning theme park and a new dinosaur. The opening title sequence and the family's arrival at the park are described. The introduction of Claire Dearing and the creation of the Indominus Rex are discussed, along with the arrival of Owen Grady. The Raptor training scene and the concerns about the Indominus's security are highlighted. The Indominus's escape and the subsequent chaos are recounted, along with the search for the missing nephews. The discovery of the old visitor center and the decision to use the Raptors to track the Indominus are described. The Raptor's betrayal and the ensuing battle are highlighted, along with the release of the T-Rex and the final showdown with the Indominus. The film concludes with the family's reunion and Rexy's triumphant roar.
Fallen Kingdom
Fallen Kingdom is heavily criticized for its nonsensical plot and character decisions. The opening scene with the Mosasaur and the T-Rex is described, along with the news reports about the impending doom of the dinosaurs. The introduction of Claire's dinosaur protection charity and the invitation to Lockwood's mansion are recounted. The mission to rescue Blue and the arrival on Isla Nublar are highlighted, along with the capture of Blue and the betrayal. The volcano eruption and the dinosaur stampede are described, along with the journey to Lockwood's estate. The auction of the dinosaurs and the introduction of the Indoraptor are recounted, along with the escape and the confrontation in Maisy's bedroom. The film concludes with the release of the dinosaurs into the wild and the overall assessment of the movie's flaws.
Battle at Big Rock
Battle at Big Rock is praised as a legitimately good short film, showing a family's near-death experience with dinosaurs. The scene is set in a campsite where a family encounters a Nasutoceratops and an Allosaurus. The family's reactions are realistic, and the tension is well-executed. The short film is seen as a taster for what the final movie could have been.
Dominion
Dominion is described as a complete failure, derailing the franchise with its absurd storylines and character choices. The movie opens with an epilogue showing what life was like when the dinosaurs first roam the Earth. The helicopter chasing Rexy through a forest where it ends up finding a driving Cinema. The movie then cuts to a random ass Farm who are these kids and what the hell is that oh it's a swarm of giant locusts. Ellie and Alan's reunion is okay it's nice seeing them back together again and it's here we learn that Ellie has split from her partner now so she can hook up with her old flame again at the end of the movie. The movie ends with a speech from me and Malcolm explaining that we never seem to learn our lesson.
