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The original Jurassic Park (1993) revolutionized cinema with its groundbreaking CGI and animatronics. Since then, the franchise has struggled to recapture that magic creatively, even as the box office returns remained strong. Unfortunately, Jurassic World: Rebirth may mark a new low point—an installment that feels more extinct than evolved.

Script Analysis: A Chaotic and Lifeless Journey

Written by David Koepp, the original franchise writer, Rebirth should have been a return to form. Instead, it’s a script riddled with flaws. The plot lacks direction, the characters feel underdeveloped or outright dull, and the social commentary feels forced and disconnected.

Rather than bringing fresh ideas, Koepp seems to lean too heavily on the original Michael Crichton book without capturing its spirit. Characters exist more as placeholders than actual people, and with too many protagonists spread across two main groups, there’s no emotional core to connect with.

What’s worse is the abandonment of what made Jurassic Park iconic—dinosaurs. In Rebirth, the creatures take a backseat in favor of generic monster tropes, draining the franchise of its identity. There are too many underdeveloped themes, forgotten injuries, and meaningless events that never connect, making the story feel hollow.

Performances: Talent Wasted on Weak Material

Scarlett Johansson leads the cast with confidence and presence, giving a grounded performance despite being held back by a shallow script. Mahershala Ali also commits fully, but the writing never gives him the material to shine.

Rupert Friend embraces his villain role with cartoonish flair, making him more laughable than threatening. Meanwhile, Jonathan Bailey tries hard, but his role lacks impact. Manuel Garcia-Rulfo and his on-screen family seem like last-minute additions, contributing little to the story and feeling unjustified in the plot.

Direction & Visuals: A Pale Shadow of Its Predecessors

Director Gareth Edwards, known for visually striking monster films, disappoints with Rebirth. Instead of creating something fresh, the film is loaded with nostalgic nods that smother its identity. There’s little passion behind the camera, and it shows.

The visuals are shockingly subpar. Despite a massive $180 million budget, the CGI dinosaurs look outdated and weightless. Compared to Edwards’ previous work The Creator, which looked better on a smaller budget, Rebirth feels visually careless and unconvincing.

Final Verdict: Let the Dinosaurs Rest

Jurassic World: Rebirth is a letdown across the board—a creatively bankrupt installment that fails to engage, excite, or even entertain. Strong performances from Johansson and Ali can’t salvage the film from its incoherent script and bland execution. Perhaps it’s time to give this franchise a break and let the dinosaurs rest in peace.