Jurassic World: Rebirth – Roars Everything, Pays Little Mind
Directed by Gareth Edwards with script by original writer David Koepp, Rebirth shifts dinosaurs to a remote equatorial island and introduces a pharmaceutical-led dino DNA mission to cure heart disease
Visuals and thrills: Critics praise stunning jungle-to-sea visuals and intense T‑Rex chase sequences—arguably the franchise’s best blockbuster moments since Spielberg
Weak links: Human characters feel shallow and underused; experimental dinos like “Distortus rex” register as gimmicks not game-changers
Standout charm: Jonathan Bailey’s lovable paleontologist with quirky glasses wins hearts—bringing welcome levity and representation as the franchise’s first openly gay lead
Overall verdict: A visually dazzling, nostalgia-fueled popcorn ride—fun, if formulaic. Best for blockbuster thrills; less so for plot depth. Mixed reviews around 50% on Rotten Tomatoes