Release: 2018-06-06
Runtime: 2h 09m (129 minutes)
Three years after Jurassic World was destroyed, Isla Nublar now sits abandoned. When the island's dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen and Claire mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event.
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Genres: Adventure, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Cast: Jeff Goldblum, Bryce Dallas Howard, Geraldine Chaplin, more
Jeff Goldblum
as Ian Malcolm
Bryce Dallas Howard
as Claire Dearing
Geraldine Chaplin
as Iris
Chris Pratt
as Owen Grady
Toby Jones
as Mr. Eversoll
James Cromwell
as Benjamin Lockwood
Ted Levine
as Ken Wheatley
Rafe Spall
as Eli Mills
Justice Smith
as Franklin Webb
Eric Kofi Abrefa
as Helicopter Merc
Daniella Pineda
as Zia Rodriguez
BD Wong
as Dr. Wu
Three years after Jurassic World was destroyed, Isla Nublar now sits abandoned. When the island's dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen and Claire mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event.
The park is gone.
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is a science fiction action film that made its theatrical debut on 22 June 2018. Directed by J. A. Bayona, the film is a sequel to Jurassic World (2015) and the second installment in the Jurassic World series, as well as the fifth film overall in the Jurassic Park franchise.
In this film, we follow Owen Grady, played by Chris Pratt, and Claire Dearing, portrayed by Bryce Dallas Howard, as they return to the fictional Isla Nublar. Their mission is to rescue the dinosaurs from an impending volcanic eruption. However, their adventure reveals that a mercenary team has other plans to bring these creatures to the mainland United States.
The film features a star-studded cast that includes Rafe Spall, Toby Jones, Ted Levine, BD Wong, and Jeff Goldblum, who reprise their roles from previous films.
Filming for Fallen Kingdom took place from February to July 2017 across various locations, including the United Kingdom and Hawaii. The film premiered on 21 May 2018 in Madrid and was released in the United States on 22 June 2018. With a production budget of approximately $432 million, it became the second most expensive film ever made and grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 2018.
Upon its release, the film received mixed reviews from critics. While many praised its captivating visuals, impressive cinematography, and a darker tone, others criticized the screenplay and felt the series was losing its touch. Nonetheless, Fallen Kingdom sparked significant interest and discussions about the future of the franchise, leading to a sequel titled Jurassic World Dominion, which was released in June 2022.
As the story unfolds, a mercenary team collects dinosaur DNA on Isla Nublar. After a fierce encounter with a Mosasaurus, the plot shifts three years later to a U.S. Senate hearing on the fate of the island's dinosaurs. Claire Dearing, now a dinosaur-rights activist, teams up with Owen Grady to rescue the creatures. They navigate numerous challenges, including the mercenary team's secretive agenda to sell the dinosaurs on the black market.
Throughout the film, themes of greed and the ethical dilemmas surrounding genetic engineering are prevalent. As the characters grapple with the consequences of their actions, they face thrilling encounters with various dinosaurs, including the newly introduced Indoraptor.
In conclusion, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom delves into complex themes while delivering the action and excitement that fans expect from the franchise. With a blend of nostalgia and new challenges, the film sets the stage for the future of both the characters and the dinosaurs they seek to protect.
