New Jurassic World Rebirth Trailer Teases Scene Cut From Original Jurassic Park

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The latest promotional video for “Jurassic World: Rebirth” this summer gives a sneak peek of a sequence that didn’t make it into the original “Jurassic Park.” Using quotes from actors and crew members, the main purpose of this video is to show how “Rebirth” connects to the groundbreaking 1993 movie, combining elements of wonder with a heart-stopping survival tale. Approximately halfway through the video, screenwriter David Koepp, who’s back for this sequel after writing the first two films, shared insights about a river raft scene, explaining how it references the “Jurassic Park” book by Michael Crichton.

In the original novel, the scene involving the raft was included, as stated by Koepp. One of the initial discussions between Koepp and executive producer Steven Spielberg was centered around ensuring that the raft sequence found its place somewhere. The interview excerpt is accompanied by footage showing characters desperately paddling in a raft (as shown in the video above).

In the book “Jurassic Park,” there’s a part where Dr. Alan Grant, Lex, and Tim flee from a T-rex on a raft. This scene was planned for the movie, but it wasn’t fully shot during production. If it had been, it would have been an impressive action sequence, depicting the T-rex pursuing its prey across the water, enhancing the blockbuster’s thrill.

As a dedicated fan, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the raft sequence in “Jurassic World: Dominion” since February, when producer Frank Marshall announced its inclusion. It’s one of many nods to the original “Jurassic Park” that we can expect from this film. Not only is director Gareth Edwards aiming to bring the series back to its roots in terms of tone, but the main setting for “Dominion” is where the original Jurassic Park laboratory was situated.

One significant scene from the book that truly shines is the raft sequence, yet it’s understandable why it was omitted from the film. When Steven Spielberg was directing the original Jurassic Park, computer-generated imagery (CGI) was still in its early stages. The special effects team had to work tirelessly to create the dinosaur sequences that eventually made it into the movie. Given the technological constraints of the time, filming the raft scene would have been extremely challenging, if not impossible, even for Spielberg. Since the raft sequence is such a pivotal and terrifying part of the novel, it would have been a letdown if the filmmakers hadn’t managed to recreate it effectively on the big screen. It’s fortunate that Spielberg & Co. decided to wait before including it in a Jurassic Park movie until now, as they can now utilize cutting-edge technology to make sure the scene is portrayed convincingly and satisfyingly.

With “Jurassic World Dominion” set to hit theaters in July, it will be intriguing to observe if the raft scene takes a more prominent role in the marketing campaign. Given that studios often structure trailers and advertisements around grand-scale spectacle, it wouldn’t come as a shock if the raft sequence becomes a focal point of promotion, showcasing the film’s thrills and scale in a single, impactful scene. However, keeping some elements under wraps until audiences experience “Jurassic World Dominion” in cinemas might be advantageous. This moment could prove to be a memorable one for the franchise, and delaying its reveal for a few more months could yield significant rewards.

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2025-04-17 19:44