We walked into ‘Jurassic World’ filled with giddy excitement; eager to recapture the wide-eyed innocence and joy that Steven Spielberg’s 1993 original gave an entire generation of moviegoers. Two hours later, we emerged a tad miffed. This belated sequel isn’t a write-off, by any means – it passes the time perfectly well. But it’s not a patch on ‘Jurassic Park’. Here’s why…
2. Colin Trevorrow is no Steven Spielberg
3. There’s no sense of grandeur
4. There’s not enough tension
5. Joss Whedon was right
6. Chris Pratt is a walking smarm factory
7. The obligatory kids don’t cut it
8. Most of the sidekicks are forgettable
9. The special effects just aren’t that special
10. We can’t help wondering if it’s all about the money
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