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Gizmodo
17 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
First Reactions to ‘Jurassic World Rebirth' Are Chaotically All Over the Place
Universal Pictures' Jurassic World Rebirth has finally screened for critics and pop culture commentators, and the first reactions are in. The Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey-starring franchise installment aims to revitalize the series since the release of Jurassic World: Dominion in 2022. Director Gareth Edwards teams up with original Jurassic Park scribe David Koepp for Jurassic World Rebirth. The film serves as a departure from the main ensemble of the Jurassic World films as a side story centering on a secret mission to utilize dino-DNA for a life-saving cure. So naturally, things go awry because the secluded island they have to go to ends up being filed with failed mutated dinosaur rejects like some island of misfit InGen toys. Here is a social media round-up of what critics and film content creators thought of the film and well… the results are decidedly mixed. Welp…#JurassicWorldRebirth is a movie. It has that going for it. — Clayton Davis (@ByClaytonDavis) June 18, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth hits every note you'd want a Jurassic film to hit, with engaging characters, a great score, great cinematography direction and incredible VFX work by @ILMVFX . Hats off #GarethEdwards @LeDoctor I already want to see it again. — Mark Newbold (@Prefect_Timing) June 20, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth is everything you want. The plot can be silly but who cares. The film is gorgeous, the dinosaurs are AWESOME, and Jonathan Bailey may be one of my new favorite actors. My heart was racing and there was a moment where I was so happy I wanted to cheer. 🥲 — TheConnorWebb (@TheConnorWeb) June 19, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth had a solid concept—mutated dinosaurs on a new island. I was intrigued. But the movie just feels blah. It's a string of forgettable scenes that go nowhere. One river sequence stood out, but the rest blurs together. The characters are dull, there's zero… — John Flickinger (@theFLICKpick) June 19, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth is a winner! Gareth Edwards knew just how to bring a Jurassic story to screen. I adore the practical movie magic of the original film. Over the years, the franchise has embraced more CGI. Rebirth is indeed loaded with effects-heavy set pieces, but those… — Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) June 19, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth is a shallow and an unnecessary entry in the Jurassic Park universe. The action and the cool cinematic shots doesn't help the film overcome the GLARING flaws within its characters and the bland narrative that will leave audiences feeling empty in the end. — Bill 🙂 (@BilliamSan) June 19, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth is a roaring triumph and perfect entry into the franchise. Loved all the new dinosaurs and boy, are some scary. Get ready to fall in love with Dolores. Loved it and what a beautiful homage to the original. — Jazz Tangcay (@jazzt) June 18, 2025 Saw #JurassicWorldRebirth last night – a bit intense for the little but otherwise a good dinner action thriller @JurassicWorld #dinosaurs 🦖🦕 — Washington Gardener (@WDCGardener) June 19, 2025 Jurassic World Rebirth opens July 2.
Geek Tyrant
31 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Scarlett Johansson Says Jurassic World Rebirth Is a 'Love Letter' to Spielberg: 'Fans Will Feel the DNA of the Original' — GeekTyrant
At the world premiere of Jurassic World: Rebirth in London's Leicester Square, Scarlett Johansson took a moment to speak directly to fans of the original Jurassic Park , promising the latest chapter captures the soul of what made Spielberg's 1993 classic so iconic. 'So I think it really is a love letter to Steven's work. Fans of the Jurassic universe can expect to really feel the DNA of the original Jurassic Park in this film.' As a huige fan of the original film, that's great to hear! The film is directed by Rogue One 's Gareth Edwards, who Johansson described as an 'enormous fan' of Spielberg, and it's also written by David Koepp, the screenwriter who helped launch the franchise with Jurassic Park . This connection to the original creative team is what's giving fans hope that Rebirth is more than just another sequel, it's a return to form. Jonathan Bailey, also in attendance, described the experience as surreal. 'It's beyond a dream. Jurassic Park was the first film I saw with my family when I was five years old, and they're all inside so we're going to sit and watch it today.' Bailey revealed he also contributed musically, performing on the soundtrack with a full 105-piece orchestra. 'Going to Abbey Road… playing the John Williams score but also Alexandre Desplat's score was incredible, it was completely out of body.' Meanwhile, Edwards recalled how the project came to him not through industry buzz but via a text from his girlfriend. 'She sent me a text which was a news article about Universal looking for a director for Jurassic and as I carried on the call I just copied and pasted it and sent it to my agent and wrote 'Is this stupid?' And we're going to find out the answer tonight.' Set five years after the events of Jurassic World: Dominion , Rebirth explores a planet still adjusting to the aftermath of dinosaurs re-entering the ecosystem. With most of the surviving creatures isolated in tropical zones, the plot follows a breakthrough involving three genetically unique dinosaurs whose DNA might be the key to a world-changing cure. With the creative team leaning hard into Spielberg-era nostalgia, Jurassic World: Rebirth looks ready to claw its way back into the hearts of fans. The film hits theaters July 2.
Newsweek
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Jurassic World: Rebirth' Early Reactions Are Very Telling
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors The new entry in the "Jurassic World" franchise has brought in some heavy hitters. On top of A-list talent leading the cast like Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali, the new franchise chapter, also boasts action director Gareth Edwards. More news: 'King of the Hill' Revival First Clip Confirms Another Original Character's Return The film takes a dramatic turn into showcasing an island where more experimental dinosaurs live. The initial trailers not only showcased these new dinosaurs, but the internet was set ablaze by a giant T Rex that looked like it had been mashed together with a Xenomorph from the "Aliens" franchise. Either way, the new film is set for a theatrical release on July 2, and the early reviews are starting to pour in. #JurassicWorldRebirth hits every note you'd want a Jurassic film to hit, with engaging characters, a great score, great cinematography direction and incredible VFX work by @ILMVFX . Hats off #GarethEdwards @LeDoctor I already want to see it again. — Mark Newbold (@Prefect_Timing) June 20, 2025 Mark Newbold states: "#JurassicWorldRebirthhits every note you'd want a Jurassic film to hit, with engaging characters, a great score, great cinematography direction and incredible VFX work by @ILMVFX. Hats off #GarethEdwards @LeDoctor I already want to see it again." #JurassicWorldRebirth had a solid concept—mutated dinosaurs on a new island. I was intrigued. But the movie just feels blah. It's a string of forgettable scenes that go nowhere. One river sequence stood out, but the rest blurs together. The characters are dull, there's zero… — John Flickinger (@theFLICKpick) June 19, 2025 John Flickinger says: "#JurassicWorldRebirth had a solid concept—mutated dinosaurs on a new island. I was intrigued. But the movie just feels blah. It's a string of forgettable scenes that go nowhere. One river sequence stood out, but the rest blurs together. The characters are dull, there's zero chemistry, and I found myself rooting for the dinosaurs just to feel something. The story plays out like a studio checklist—nothing gets explored, and there's no heart in it. Some of the dino designs bring back that old monster-movie vibe, but the film barely uses them. It just ends, with no momentum, no setup, and no excitement for where this franchise is headed. It's not as awful as the last few, but still feels empty." #JurassicWorldRebirth throws so much at you as you enter the Dino-riddled seas & lands that the tension sits with you throughout. Although a few too many moments were predictable, and others either cute or cringe, it's a fun time loaded with nostalgia & jumps #JurassicWorld — Maude Garrett (@maudegarrett) June 19, 2025 Maude Garrett writes: "#JurassicWorldRebirth throws so much at you as you enter the Dino-riddled seas & lands that the tension sits with you throughout. Although a few too many moments were predictable, and others either cute or cringe, it's a fun time loaded with nostalgia & jumps #JurassicWorld." #JurassicWorldRebirth is a winner! Gareth Edwards knew just how to bring a Jurassic story to screen. I adore the practical movie magic of the original film. Over the years, the franchise has embraced more CGI. Rebirth is indeed loaded with effects-heavy set pieces, but those… — Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) June 19, 2025 Perri Nemiroff echoes the excitement of others with: "#JurassicWorldRebirth is a winner! Gareth Edwards knew just how to bring a Jurassic story to screen. I adore the practical movie magic of the original film. Over the years, the franchise has embraced more CGI. Rebirth is indeed loaded with effects-heavy set pieces, but those digital elements work especially well here because Edwards knew exactly how to ensure the film still had that reach-out-and-touch-it texture — particularly by choosing to film in real locations and shoot the movie on film." I've just watched Jurassic World Rebirth, and I have 2 things to say: 1) It's not good 2) Scarlett Johansson has never looked better — Seth (@sethsfilmreview) June 19, 2025 Seth has a far simpler review: "I've just watched Jurassic World Rebirth, and I have 2 things to say: 1) It's not good 2) Scarlett Johansson has never looked better." #JurassicWorldRebirth is a fantastic addition to the franchise, delivering everything you want and MORE! From the action to the cinematography, Gareth Edwards knows how to craft a great dinosaur movie. This one captures the spirit of the originals and pulls you right back in. — Draven (@DravenReacts) June 19, 2025 Draven Reacts says: "#JurassicWorldRebirth is a fantastic addition to the franchise, delivering everything you want and MORE! From the action to the cinematography, Gareth Edwards knows how to craft a great dinosaur movie. This one captures the spirit of the originals and pulls you right back in." One thing is certain from the early reviews, they all seem to be down the middle in terms of showcasing critics that absolutely loved the entry, or those who simply did not care for it. "Jurassic World: Rebirth" being made was not a shock at all, considering the last three entries made well over $3 billion at the box office collectively. However, time will tell if the franchise will continue. More entertainment: Smash Hit Series 'The Pitt' Gets Major Season 2 Update For more movie news, head to Newsweek.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Jurassic World Rebirth' First Reactions Range From a ‘Roaring Triumph' to ‘Blah': Is It a ‘Winner' or a ‘String of Forgettable Scenes'?
'Jurassic World Rebirth' has finally been unveiled to members of the film press, and the first reactions on social media appear to be mixed positive on the return of the 32-year-old dinosaur franchise. From 'Rogue One' and 'Godzilla' director Gareth Edwards, 'Rebirth' is headlined by Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali. ''Jurassic Word Rebirth' is a roaring triumph and perfect entry into the franchise,' Variety's Jazz Tangcay wrote on X. 'Loved all the new dinosaurs and boy, are some scary. Get ready to fall in love with Dolores. Loved it and what a beautiful homage to the original.' More from Variety Scarlett Johansson Calls 'Jurassic World Rebirth' a 'Love Letter' to Steven Spielberg: Fans Will 'Feel the DNA of the Original' Scarlett Johansson Asked to Have 'Thunderbolts*' EP Credit Removed, Says Marvel Casts Get 'So Enormous' You Sometimes 'Feel Like a Device' to Move the Plot Along Scarlett Johansson's Directorial Debut 'Eleanor the Great' Lands 5-Minute Cannes Ovation as She Praises Star June Squibb as 'Truly Inspiring' #JurassicWorldRebirth is a roaring triumph and perfect entry into the franchise. Loved all the new dinosaurs and boy, are some scary. Get ready to fall in love with Dolores. Loved it and what a beautiful homage to the original. — Jazz Tangcay (@jazzt) June 18, 2025 Perri Nemiroff called 'Rebirth' a 'winner' in her reaction, adding: 'Gareth Edwards knew just how to bring a 'Jurassic' story to screen. I adore the practical movie magic of the original film. Over the years, the franchise has embraced more CGI. Rebirth is indeed loaded with effects-heavy set pieces, but those digital elements work especially well here because Edwards knew exactly how to ensure the film still had that reach-out-and-touch-it texture — particularly by choosing to film in real locations and shoot the movie on film.' #JurassicWorldRebirth is a winner! Gareth Edwards knew just how to bring a Jurassic story to screen. I adore the practical movie magic of the original film. Over the years, the franchise has embraced more CGI. Rebirth is indeed loaded with effects-heavy set pieces, but those… — Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) June 19, 2025 But YouTube's 'The Flick Pick' host John Flickinger was more negative on the film, writing that despite 'a solid concept' the movie 'just feels blah.' He added: 'It's a string of forgettable scenes that go nowhere. The characters are dull, there's zero chemistry, and I found myself rooting for the dinosaurs just to feel something. The story plays out like a studio checklist—nothing gets explored, and there's no heart in it.' #JurassicWorldRebirth had a solid concept—mutated dinosaurs on a new island. I was intrigued. But the movie just feels blah. It's a string of forgettable scenes that go nowhere. One river sequence stood out, but the rest blurs together. The characters are dull, there's zero… — John Flickinger (@theFLICKpick) June 19, 2025 Set five years after the events of 2022's 'Jurassic World Dominion,' 'Rebirth' centers on a group of mercenaries and scientists who venture to a forbidden island on a mission to retrieve dinosaur blood that could lead to the cure for heart disease. The new installment notable features a script from David Koepp, who penned Steven Spielberg's 'Jurassic Park' (1993) and 'The Lost World: Jurassic Park' (1997). Johansson said in an interview with Vanity Fair last year that she spent years chasing down a role in the 'Jurassic' franchise, explaining: 'I was really crazy about the [original] film, and I slept in a 'Jurassic Park' pup tent in my bedroom I shared with my sister for a year. Anytime the trades would report a new 'Jurassic' movie, I would forward to my agents like, 'Hey, I'm available.'' 'Jurassic World Rebirth' opens in theaters July 2 from Universal Pictures. Check out more first reactions below. Welp…#JurassicWorldRebirth is a movie. It has that going for it. — Clayton Davis (@ByClaytonDavis) June 18, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth hits every note you'd want a Jurassic film to hit, with engaging characters, a great score, great cinematography direction and incredible VFX work by @ILMVFX . Hats off #GarethEdwards @LeDoctor I already want to see it again. — Mark Newbold (@Prefect_Timing) June 20, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth throws so much at you as you enter the Dino-riddled seas & lands that the tension sits with you throughout. Although a few too many moments were predictable, and others either cute or cringe, it's a fun time loaded with nostalgia & jumps #JurassicWorld — Maude Garrett (@maudegarrett) June 19, 2025 Hugely impressed by #JurassicWorldRebirth, a film that understands dinosaurs are both incredibly majestic and utterly terrifying. The ensemble is fun, and Dolores is the GOAT (iykyk) — Barry Levitt (@blevitt93) June 17, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth is a fantastic addition to the franchise, delivering everything you want and MORE! From the action to the cinematography, Gareth Edwards knows how to craft a great dinosaur movie. This one captures the spirit of the originals and pulls you right back in. — Draven (@DravenReacts) June 19, 2025 #JurassicWorldRebirth is everything you want. The plot can be silly but who film is gorgeous, the dinosaurs are AWESOME, and Jonathan Bailey may be one of my new favorite actors. My heart was racing and there was a moment where I was so happy I wanted to cheer. 🥲 — TheConnorWebb (@TheConnorWeb) June 19, 2025 Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? 25 Hollywood Legends Who Deserve an Honorary Oscar
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Jurassic World Rebirth embraces hardcore horror: 'I waited for studio to say no'
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Jurassic World Rebirth's director 'cranked up' the scare-factor in the new dinosaur film, bringing the franchise back to its horror roots. British filmmaker Gareth Edwards helms the latest movie in the Jurassic universe, which first hit screens in 1993 with original director Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park. The film had a huge impact on popular culture's perception of prehistoric creatures, including Velociraptor and Triceratops – as well as the big baddie, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a 40-foot-long carnivorous dinosaur. Spielberg and screenwriter David Koepp kept audiences tense and terrified with the stealth and size of the T-Rex, as well as creating classic cinematic tropes, such as water rippling in a glass as the massive beast approached for its grand onscreen reveal. Speaking at Jurassic World Rebirth's London premiere on Tuesday, 50-year-old Edwards said he wanted to make the new movie as scary as possible. 'I feel like the original Jurassic Park is really a horror movie on the witness protection programme, pretending to be a family adventure – but we all know it's a scary horror film,' he told Metro when asked about returning to the franchise's horror beginnings. 'It was just a really good excuse – especially as being an adult now, it's harder to get scared. So we just cranked that up a little bit and wanted to go as far as we could.' However, he confessed that he didn't think Universal would let him get away with as much horror content as they did. 'I kept waiting for the studio to come along and say, 'No, no, no – think of the kids, stop' – and they never did! I think they felt the same way and kids are a lot more mature than we give them credit [for and they want to be scared.' Edwards likened the thrills and scares of Jurassic World Rebirth to a theme park ride. 'It's like a roller-coaster where you're safe, a dinosaur's not going to come out and get you after you finish the film, I don't think – but you never know.' 'The movie felt like that; you want to be afraid. You want to go in and feel the tension and get the anxiety. I've probably failed at my job if not.' Edwards, who is also known for helming 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story as well as original sci-fi The Creator, was announced as director for the film in February 2024 before its cast – including self-confessed Jurassic 'total nerd' Scarlett Johansson and Wicked star Jonathan Bailey – later came onboard for a five-month shoot. Jurassic World Rebirth has teased dinosaurs such as Mosasaurus, Spinosaurus and Quetzalcoatlus, as well as, of course, the return of the T-Rex. There's also a new main antagonist, the Distortus rex, the design of which was inspired by the xenomorphs of the Alien franchise. Set 32 years after dinosaurs were brought back from extinction thanks to the events of Jurassic Park, Jurassic World Rebirth follows a top-secret expedition including Johannson's former military operative Zora Bennett, Bailey's bespectacled palaeontologist Dr Henry Loomis, Rupert Friend as pharmaceutical rep Martin Krebs and Mahershala Ali's team leader Duncan Kincaid. The group braves the forbidden isolated equatorial regions where dinosaurs still roam freely to extract DNA from three massive prehistoric creatures in the hopes of a major medical breakthrough. More Trending Jurassic World Rebirth is the seventh feature-length film in the series, which also includes sequels 1997's The Lost World and 2001's Jurassic Park III as well as a rebooted phase started with 2015's Jurassic World. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video This was followed by Jurassic Park: Fallen Kingdom (2018) and Jurassic World Dominion (2022), which brought together stars from across the years including Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern, Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. Koepp returned to pen the new film after exiting following The Lost World, while Spielberg remains on board as an executive producer. Jurassic World Rebirth is released in cinemas on Wednesday, July 2. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 'Mind-bending' horror film available to stream for free as sequel wows critics MORE: Phenomenal 28 Years Later is the first horror film to make me cry MORE: Jodie Comer talks through her character's agonising journey in unseen 28 Years Later clip
