Jurassic World: Rebirth Director Teases the Start of a New Trilogy (And Delivering Spielberg’s “Greatest Hits”)

As a movie reviewer who grew up enthralled by the original Jurassic Park, I must say that the news about Jurassic World: Rebirth has me positively thrilled! Having watched the franchise evolve over the years, I’ve seen its highs and lows, but Gareth Edwards’ promises of a back-to-basics approach and a nod to Steven Spielberg’s earlier works have me hopeful that we might just be in for a return to form.

As a film enthusiast eagerly awaiting “Jurassic World: Rebirth,” I’m thrilled at director Gareth Edwards’ ambitious plans for the Jurassic Park franchise. In a recent chat with Entertainment Weekly, he shared his vision for a fresh take on the series, aiming to deliver a more traditional approach that could potentially kickstart a new trilogy of dinosaur-centric films.

He stated that while he can’t comment on Universal’s plans, the film “Rebirth” seemed like the start of a fresh trilogy to him. He wasn’t sure about their future strategies, but it appeared as if a new era was beginning for this series. The movie is set to be released in theaters on July 2, 2025. Edwards reflects on both the past and future, expressing his belief that this film will resonate with audiences by drawing inspiration from the original franchise director.

As a devoted cinephile, I can’t help but see this film as an emotional tribute to the legendary Steven Spielberg and his timeless classics. There are scenes that evoke memories of Jaws, transporting me back to those moments filled with suspense and wonder. It’s like a compilation of all the elements from his movies that stirred my heart as a child. Essentially, it’s an exhilarating journey across this island, a tale of survival, at its core.

The narrative unfolds five years following the events of “Jurassic World: Dominion,” with dinosaur clones that have broken free continuing their existence amidst Earth’s contemporary environment. Finding the most favorable habitat, they’ve established a settlement on an equatorial chain of islands, which serves as our setting. Researchers hypothesize that the DNA of three particular dinosaurs could revolutionize pharmaceuticals; however, a daring group of explorers is required to venture in and retrieve it.

The team consists of seasoned covert ops operator Zora Bennet (Scarlett Johansson), team leader Duncan Kincaid (Mahershala Ali), and paleontologist Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey). A representative from a pharmaceutical company, Martin Krebs (Rupert Friend), accompanies them. As they journey, they unexpectedly come across survivors of a shipwreck too.

The upcoming film, Jurassic World: Dominion, carries a significant responsibility as it continues one of cinema’s most cherished blockbuster series. Simultaneously, it must regain the momentum lost by the preceding trilogy. Compared to its predecessor, Jurassic World, Jurassic World: Dominion earned roughly half as much and received less favorable reviews. However, director Colin Trevorrow remains optimistic about the franchise’s potential, expressing unwavering faith in its success.

He remarked, “Although Jurassic Park pioneered computer graphics, it seems we veered off course in the pursuit of grand spectacle. In truth, Jurassic had only a handful of visual effects shots and yet remains an incredibly impactful film. I wanted to revisit those techniques and concepts that build anticipation and tension, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats. The feeling I experienced as a child, marveling at these wonders, is what I aimed to recreate.

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2024-12-18 23:40