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Summary: A walk in the park? Ya better run...
Review: Spielberg has again created one of the most entertaining popcorn flicks with Jurassic Park. Strangely adapted from Michael Crichton's novel of the same name, the plot has holes large enough to fit a Veggie-saurous through. But still, Spielbergs master manipulation of time and tension make this film a great one in its own right. The supporting cast are rightfully second to the dinosaurs, incredibly depicted in live-action by Stan Winston and in CGI by Industrial Light & Magic. Followed up by at least one inferior sequel. As of this writing, a third Jurassic Park is about to open in theatres.
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Summary: Good film, but not great.
Review: Steven Spielberg's 1993 mega-smash 'Jurassic Park' is a film about - you guessed it - dinosaurs. The film is based on Michael Crichton's #1 1990 bestselling novel. While I feel that the film does the book no justice (too many changes, especially in character personalities, etc.) Spielberg's version takes a new route, and instead of going down the path of science and explanation, it goes down the path of non-stop thrills n' spills. Which version is better? The book, by far. The film is more entertaining, however. Rent it.
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Summary: The Raptors are the stars
Review: I never saw this in 1993, in fact, I saw The Lost World first. I was littler then, and the special effects astounded me. The rest was so-so. My dad bought this DVD and I watched it alone when they were gone. WOW! This was fantastic! The movie is wonderful. Everything about it is top-notch (Diretor, Soundtrack, Actors, Special Effects, etc)! My favorite are the Raptors. They're intelligent, fast, killing machines. The T-Rex was great too, don't get me wrong, but it never matched up to the cold and savage Raptors. ...
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Summary: Buy this NOW!!!
Review: In my opinion, this is the coolest movie of all time. This was the first film ever to bring dinosaurs to life and thrill dino nuts all over the world. The character's are great, the soundtrack is huantingly beautiful, and the dinosaurs are amazing. This film has some stunning scenes that can only be appreciated in the full format (so get the wide screen edition) This is just an awsome movie. My only gripe is that I wish it was more like the book, but the movie was so well done that I don't really mind
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Summary: Great movie, but DVD falls short of expectations
Review: When a rich entrapreneur finances a bold experiment, and succeeds in the cloning of Dinosaurs, he needs the authorization of a few experts and critics to ok his new attraction after a fatal accident occurs. However, during the tour, a Tropical Storm hits the secluded island of Isla Nublar, and all hell breaks loose....and that pretty much sums up one of the greatest movies ever to grace the silver screen. It was only a matter of time before the release of the Special Edition DVD.Usually when you see the words 'Special Edition' you can look forward to Deleted Scenes, Outtakes and behind the scenes documentaries. Well, unfortunately, there really isn't much anything 'special' about this. Don't get me wrong, the quality of the movie is outstanding. I have never seen the movie in such great sound and picture quality before. There are a few 'making of' documentaries and other related things. There are also a few trailers. However, there is some footage that is still missing from the movie, footage that was NOT cut in the theatrical release, but was cut in the transition to home video. Now on DVD you would expect some of these scenes back. That is not the case. There really isnt much making the DVD 'special' other than its incredibly high quality and behind the scenes documentaries. There are also some fun facts about the Dinosaurs on the island, but it still feels like there could have been more. All in all, a very good DVD, a must own for fans of the movie.
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Summary: The Experience of the Jurassic
Review: One of the best films of 1993 and based on the best-seller by Michael C., Jurassic Park tells the story of a multi-millionaire who tries to create the ultimate theme park: man and dinosaur get to meet for the first time in person due to advances in fossilized DNA. John Hammond, the owner of Jurassic Park, gets a group of scientific experts, including Dr. Alan Grant, a professional expert on dinosaurs, particularly deadly T-Rexes and cunning Velociraptors to explore and approve the island. A greedy businessman shuts down the park's security leading to attacks by meat eating dinosaurs. It's up to Alan Grant and his companions to try to survive in a world filled with dangerous beasts that were extinct for 65 million years. Jurassic Park is a pretty good movie. The visual effects such as the giant Brachiosaurus encounter to the Galliminus chase scene are spectacular. The attack scenes such as the breakout of the T-Rex and the Raptor attack in the visitor's center will keep your mind in suspense and maybe even fear. Jurassic Park is one of the best movies of the 1990s. Don't miss the opportunity to have the experience of the dinosaur encounter.
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Summary: Lost movie magic
Review: Since the release of this film there have been none that have managed to take you to that fantasy realm in your mind. For any fan that thought the latest "Star Wars" installment would take you away, here is a movie that delivers. With the added special effects featurette this is a must have for your video collection. From the first shot panning across the fields with numberous herds of dinosaurs you are taken away. It seems to me this is the first movie since Spielberg's "Jaws" that also displays his talent for creating a tense, horrific feel. Yet at the same time this movie keeps its majestic apeal for those who always dreamed of what it would be like to live among dinosaurs.
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Summary: A one trick movie
Review: Despite the crass commercialism, Jurassic Park is the most important FX film since Star Wars, as it unleashed the digital revolution that has transformed much of big budget film making (for worse, I think). Yep, the Dinosaurs are awesome. But that's where the praise ends. The movie itself is but a pale reflection of Michael Crichton's neo-Luddite novel. Take away the Dinosaurs and there is no single reason to see this movie. The same cannot be said of Jaws. Jaws is basically an updating of Melville's Moby Dick. It's also a masterful depiction of character archetypes as well as a film that taps into a universal fear and awe of the sea (though it certainly didn't help the shark population). Jurassic Park winds up as brainless and single-minded as the animals it depicts.
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Summary: JURASSIC PARK is one of SPIELBERG's best films!
Review: JURASSIC PARK is the story of four adults and two children who embark on an unforgettable adventure, by taking a tour through John Hammond's (Richard Attenborough) mysterious park- JURASSIC PARK featuring real life dinosaurs! But after a scientist in the control room of JURASSIC PARK shuts down all the systems, and is killed, JURASSIC PARK is unable to get back online- meaning all the dinosaurs are free to come and go as they please! After the people are caught in a big storm, and the cars stop rolling, the dinosaurs start hunting! Watch out for one of the biggest blockbusters that took imagination further than ever- JURASSIC PARK! MY REVIEW: "An instant Spielberg classic, siding with E.T., JAWS, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE 3RD KIND, SCHINDLER'S LIST and SAVING PRIVATE RYAN. JURASSIC PARK is one of the greatest movies ever made! The dinosaurs are so real in this film! The acting is perfect, the story couldn't be better, the directing is superb- the movie is just a major classic that will live on forever! It surprises me that anyone hasn't seen this movie yet, but if you haven't, you are really missing out on an amazing movie! Pick up the DVD today! (Thank God for a FULL SCREEN version!) Jurassic Park rocks!"- MJV & the Movies
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Summary: The man is good
Review: What can I say.. if you don't have this in your dvd collection.. you are not a true movie buff... a great family movie with horror comedy action and suspense. the excellent transfer of video and earth shattering audio.. GET THIS DVD!
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