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| Jurassic World: Rebirth Review – A Disappointing R.eturn with Mutant Dinosaurs and Missed Nostalgia |
Jurassic World: Rebirth tries hard to bring back the glory of the Jurassic Park franchise, but does it succeed in rekindling the magic of its legendary predecessor? Let’s dive into this dino-packed adventure and find out!
A New Plot, But Is It Still Worth Watching?
This time around, a giant pharmaceutical company named Parker Genix is chasing a groundbreaking heart medication — made from dinosaur DNA. Their ambitious project brings together company agent Martin Krebs (Rupert Friend), covert ops specialist Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson), and paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey).
Their mission? To collect blood samples from three massive dinosaurs: one from the sea (Mosasaurus), one from land (Titanosaurus), and one from the sky (Quetzalcoatalis). To reach their destination, a remote island called Ile Saint-Hubert in the Atlantic Ocean, they hire the boat and crew of Duncan Kincaid (Mahershala Ali).
But before they even arrive, they pick up a distress signal from Reuben Delgado (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), whose sailboat capsized while traveling with his daughters, Teresa (Luna Blaise) and Isabella (Audrina Miranda), plus Teresa’s spaced-out boyfriend, Xavier (David Iacono).
Jurassic Nostalgia Meets Genetic Madness
Let’s be honest — most fans still hold the original Jurassic Park (1993) close to their hearts. Directed by Steven Spielberg, that film introduced us to realistic dinosaurs in a way the world had never seen before. Though it was followed by sequels in 1997 and 2001, and then the reboot trilogy Jurassic World (2015, 2018, 2022), none of them truly captured the same awe and magic.
Jurassic World: Rebirth attempts to revive that interest. Screenwriter David Koepp, who co-wrote the original film with Michael Crichton, returns to pen this installment. The story is set 32 years after the first resurrection of dinosaurs, in a world where people have started to lose interest in these prehistoric creatures — much like some real-world fans.
It’s pretty clear the filmmakers are trying to reignite the excitement for dinosaurs, both within the story and for the audience. But does it work?
The Dinosaurs Steal the Show (As Always)
Let’s face it — nobody watches Jurassic movies for deep, emotional human drama. We’re here for the dinos! And like many entries before it, Rebirth follows a predictable pattern: big-name actors survive, lesser-known characters die (except the kids, of course), and the evil villain meets a gruesome end — although nothing beats Dennis Nedry’s death in the original film.
The most intense and thrilling scene? A T-Rex chase as Reuben and his family ride a rubber emergency raft down a raging river. It’s the kind of edge-of-your-seat action we expect from this franchise.
There’s also a touching moment when Dr. Loomis has a close encounter with peaceful Titanosaurs in a cornfield. It’s emotional, but not quite as breathtaking as the very first Brachiosaurus scene from Jurassic Park. There’s even a brief Velociraptor cameo — though it’s way too short for fans craving raptor action.
The Mutant Dinosaur Twist: Cool or Just Weird?
Now here’s where things get... messy. Instead of sticking with scientifically plausible dinosaurs, the story introduces mutant dino-creatures — the result of failed genetic experiments from the past. In the ruins of an abandoned lab, Zora, Loomis, and the team are attacked by these creepy, unnatural hybrids.
If you're a long-time fan, this part might be disappointing. One of the core reasons people love Jurassic Park is because it brings real extinct creatures back to life — not horrifying monsters that look like they belong in a horror movie.
Let’s be real: these mutants are not why we show up to watch Jurassic films. Hopefully, future movies will drop this idea entirely and return to what fans truly want — real dinosaurs, real science fiction, and real wonder.
Final Verdict: Not Terrible, But Far From Great
Jurassic World: Rebirth has its moments — some solid action, decent visual effects, and a few emotional scenes. But it also strays too far from the formula that made this franchise so beloved. The human characters lack depth, the mutant creatures are a weird misstep, and the nostalgia just doesn’t hit as hard as it should.
If you’re a die-hard dinosaur fan, this film is still worth a watch. Just manage your expectations. You won’t find another classic here, but you might enjoy the ride for what it is.
Rating: 6/10
Should You Watch It?
If you’re in the mood for a popcorn movie with giant creatures and some high-stakes adventure, Jurassic World: Rebirth will keep you entertained for a couple of hours. But if you’re hoping for something that brings back the magic of 1993, you may end up a little disappointed.
Let’s hope the next films in this new trilogy bring the heart, science, and spectacle back — and leave the mutants behind.
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