Gareth Edwards Says ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ Is A Return To Form

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As a seasoned movie-goer who’s witnessed the rise and fall of many a blockbuster franchise, I must say that the news of Gareth Edwards taking the helm for Jurassic World: Rebirth has filled me with a sense of cautious optimism. Having directed films like Godzilla, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and The Creator, Edwards seems to have the knack for merging epic action with heartfelt storytelling, a combination that could breathe new life into the Jurassic franchise.

Gareth Edwards, who’s known for movies such as “Godzilla”, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” and “The Creator”, has been chosen to direct the upcoming movie in the “Jurassic” series, titled “Jurassic World: Rebirth“. According to his statements in the next issue of Empire Magazine, he’s making an effort to deliver what fans anticipate – a product that aligns with the original film.

In addition to revisiting the storytelling style that 2015’s “Jurassic World” successfully employed, pleasing both critics and audiences, Director Edwards aims to recapture the essence of Steven Spielberg’s 1993 film, “Jurassic Park.” This movie not only kick-started the franchise, it held the record for the highest-grossing film ever at one point. Blending these two elements together is what excites Edwards the most. The director expresses this enthusiasm as follows:

The new version revisits what made the original appealing, offering a wealth of diverse action sequences and suspenseful, enjoyable moments that keep audiences on their toes. As a director, there was plenty of room for creativity and experimentation in engaging viewers.

The director hinted that some dinosaurs were so captivating that excluding them from the film would almost be criminal.

So, are we possibly receiving some Tyrannosaurus rexes or maybe the velociraptors using practical effects no more? A dinosaur like the dilophosaurus that spits slime would definitely be exciting. In any event, we’ll have to stay patient until July 2025 to discover what Edwards is hinting at.

In the movie “Jurassic World: Reborn”, we find Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Luna Blaise, David Iacono, and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, alongside some other notable actors.

Why Does the ‘Jurassic’ Franchise Need an Energy Boost?

Dominion”, was a disappointing sequel. The movie brought back beloved characters, but they were portrayed in an exaggerated manner, creating flat and uninteresting characters for viewers. This film, unfortunately, felt like a far cry from the original blockbuster, “Jurassic Park“, a film that significantly influenced the rules of modern cinema.

Dominion” tried to capitalize on nostalgia for ticket sales, but fell short and was considered uninspiring. The actors themselves appeared disinterested, which often leads to less successful movies. Unfortunately, this installment in the “Jurassic World” series, which had been struggling since “Fallen Kingdom,” didn’t help its cause. Previous inconsistencies in “Fallen Kingdom” reminded audiences of Steven Spielberg’s sequel to his original film, “The Lost World: Jurassic Park.” However, even with some questionable aspects, that movie didn’t seem as out of place within the franchise as “Dominion” did.

The Jurassic series seems due for a refresh and new direction. With Gareth Edwards taking charge for “Jurassic World: Rebirth”, there are indications of a possible overhaul in terms of characters. It appears that no characters from the previous Jurassic World films will return, and David Koepp, who penned the first two Jurassic Park movies, is returning to the writing desk. With these changes, will it be distinctive enough to revitalize the franchise and put it back on its feet again?

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2024-11-16 20:35