Jurassic World takes place twenty-two years after the incident of Jurassic Park, and it’s been precisely twenty-two years since we have had a good dinosaur movie to compare the 1993 classic with. The highly anticipated movie is just a bit better than Jurassic Park III, but the plot is of the same mediocre quality.
Jurassic World gives a clear answer to Owen Grady’s thoughts, where dinosaur is at the top of the food chain. No, it is not the new genetically modified hybrid, Indominus Rex. Nor is it the famous Tyrannosaurus Rex; but eventually, it is the Mosasaurus that saves the day. The movie does give the audience what they want, but it is quite predictable. The park’s operating manager, and aunt to the kids, Claire Dearing lures the T-Rex to the scene for a small confrontation between the latter and the I-Rex, but the veteran dinosaur is no match to the Indominus, until a Velociraptor comes to her aid, evening out the odds.
A lot of attention is given to the raptors, so much so that raptor training has been justified and possible. Dr Alan Grant, in Jurassic Park says, "Dinosaurs and man, two species separated by 65 million years of evolution, have just been suddenly thrown back into the mix together. How can we possibly have the slightest idea what to expect?’. But it is fine in the 2015 movie, because Chris Pratt is the Raptor’s trainer and he would not take part in the movie if it were not for this incentive.
The new park is wonderfully designed, having marvellous attractions and facilities. Despite not what John Hammond had initially thought of, it does give an opportunity to people to see the extinct. Though Hammond never cared about the profit, the new park’s team definitely is interested in the income. I’m sure that a ticket to the park is expensive, the suite shown in the movie is luxurious, and the rides that are offered, such as a petting zoo and Triceratops rides will only be available for an additional fee.
Jurassic World also makes particular references to Jurassic Park, which was great to see and be reminded of the incident in 1993. Approaching the T-Rex with a flare in hand, a dinosaur car chase, and Zach and Gray in the old park centre makes it very special for the fans.
The last scene shows the T-Rex on the helipad, roaring out towards the park. Now, I do get it. Jurassic World is part of the Jurassic Park saga, and the T-Rex is a fan favourite. But this particular scene reminded me of Disney’s Tarzan.
Unfortunately, we have moved from a Horror-Thriller genre to an Action-Comedy genre, which is not what the audience wants. Where have the action scenes, swear words, and man-eating dinosaur incidents disappeared? It’s what Jurassic Park films are all about. In the fourth Jurassic Park film, we have also witnessed the first romantic kiss between the two protagonists.
What further worries me is that there is the potential for a sequel, as Dr Wu, who has suddenly become the new Dennis Nedry, goes off in a helicopter with the dinosaur embryos, which may be used by Ingen.
Overall, the best feature of Jurassic World is its soundtrack, being a development of John Williams’ old soundtrack. I was the only one who sat through the credits, just to listen to the magnificent piece of music.