TLDR;
This video explores the absence of the Spinosaurus in "The Lost World: Jurassic Park," despite its prominent role in "Jurassic Park III," both set on Isla Sorna. It addresses conflicting landscapes, the Spinosaurus's power, and timeline discrepancies. The video uses in-universe explanations, like different island locations, and dives into the timeline of the Spinosaurus's creation, using information from Masrani Global's website to conclude the Spinosaurus wasn't present during the events of "The Lost World" because it hadn't been cloned yet.
- The Spinosaurus was not present on Isla Sorna during the events of "The Lost World: Jurassic Park" in 1997.
- The Spinosaurus was not created until at least 1998, after Masrani Global purchased Ingen and initiated illegal experiments.
- The different landscapes and biomes between "The Lost World" and "Jurassic Park III" are addressed, though the primary reason for the Spinosaurus's absence is its later creation.
Introduction: The Spinosaurus Question [0:00]
The video addresses the question of why the Spinosaurus, a significant dinosaur in "Jurassic Park III," is absent from "The Lost World: Jurassic Park," despite both films being set on Isla Sorna. The differences in landscapes and the Spinosaurus's notable power raise questions about the timeline and locations of the films. The video aims to clarify whether the Spinosaurus was present on Isla Sorna during the events of "The Lost World" in 1997.
Addressing Common Theories [0:50]
One common explanation suggests that the movies are set in different parts of the massive Isla Sorna, accounting for the varying biomes and the Spinosaurus's absence. "The Lost World" showcases Redwood forests in the northeastern part of the island, while "Jurassic Park III" features lush green jungles in the southwestern part. However, the video questions how the biomes could be so different and why the Spinosaurus isn't seen roaming the island in search of prey, especially with Tyrannosaurus presence in the southern part of the island.
The Hybrid Theory and Henry Wu's Involvement [2:15]
The video explores the theory that the Spinosaurus was the first hybrid dinosaur, referencing Henry Wu's activities on Isla Sorna. The Spinosaurus's aggressive behavior towards other apex predators leads to the question of why it wasn't seen tracking down the T-Rex family in "The Lost World." Despite the Spinosaurus's absence from the film, the video argues that simply ignoring its presence in "Jurassic Park III," set on the same island, is illogical.
Timeline Analysis and Masrani Global's Role [3:25]
The video examines the age of the Spinosaurus and its potential presence on Isla Sorna in 1997. Research into Masrani Global's records reveals that Masrani Global purchased Ingen in 1998, and shortly after, a group of scientists began conducting illegal experiments on the island, including cloning a Spinosaurus. This indicates that the Spinosaurus was not cloned until at least 1998, one year after the events of "The Lost World."
Shooting Script Evidence and Location Consistency [4:17]
Evidence from the shooting script of "Jurassic Park III" suggests that the film was initially intended to be set in the same location as "The Lost World." The script mentions Alan Grant passing a destroyed vehicle from "The Lost World" in the embryonics lab, indicating that the Spinosaurus and Tyrannosaurus territories were not separate. This supports the conclusion that the Spinosaurus was not present on the island during "The Lost World" due to its later creation.
Project Regenesis and Conclusion [5:22]
The video concludes that the Spinosaurus was not on Isla Sorna during the events of "The Lost World: Jurassic Park" because it was not created until 1998 as part of Project Regenesis. This information is sourced from Masrani Global's website. The video also mentions subtle hints, such as a deleted scene in "Jurassic Park III" referencing events from "The Lost World," which would have been interesting additions. The real-world reason for the Spinosaurus's absence is that it was conceived later as a new antagonist. The video ends by posing the question of the Spinosaurus's whereabouts after 2022, directing viewers to other videos on the channel for more information.