Jurassic World Rebirth Review: A Familiar Roar, But Lacking Bite

Jurassic World Rebirth, the seventh installment in the franchise, is a mid-length film that surprisingly features very few big dinosaurs — making it feel a bit empty despite its grand setup. But don’t worry about spoilers; the plot doesn’t offer much to spoil.

Once again, we find ourselves in a storyline where a pharmaceutical company hires a team to illegally create a new medicine by collecting blood samples from the largest dinosaurs of earth, water, and air — not for billions, but trillions. Big names like Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey join in, each driven by their own motives. In the middle of this chaos, an innocent family gets trapped on the island and must fight for survival.

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Let’s be honest — we watch Jurassic World films primarily for the dinosaurs. But for the past four films, the formula has been the same: fewer dinosaurs on screen, more genetically modified monsters, and the inevitable experiment gone wrong. The concept feels so repetitive that it’s as if we’ve been stuck in a time loop — from our childhood to adulthood, we’re watching the same story with slightly different packaging. It’s a major drawback that makes you question if the writers have run out of ideas for new narratives.

In Rebirth, you definitely notice the scarcity of dinosaurs. Yet, the few we do get to see still manage to create that classic thrill. The film does deliver on tension and suspense, even when you know exactly who’s going to survive. The atmosphere is commendable, filled with horror and nerve-wracking moments that keep you hooked. Director Gareth Edwards deserves praise here — despite heavy studio interference, he successfully crafts tension and understands how to manage scale and suspense.

One major gripe, though, is that it feels like Edwards simply Googled “top 10 moments in Jurassic Park movies” and reworked them with a new twist. You can clearly see classic scenes borrowed from the earlier films. In 2025, simply recycling old moments is not enough; audiences expect fresh ideas and stories.

Despite these issues, as humans, we just can’t resist dinosaurs. The iconic slow music from Jurassic Park still manages to sweep us away into that magical big-screen experience. Only Steven Spielberg can truly capture that original magic, but at least Jurassic World Rebirth doesn’t feel boring thanks to its familiar formula.

The film boasts well-developed characters and solid performances. Jonathan Bailey, in particular, stands out. However, the franchise clearly struggles with direction — it feels like the studio doesn’t quite know what to do with it anymore. While it continues to make money, it lacks compelling storytelling.

Edwards did his best under tight restrictions — a common issue when a respected director is handed a large franchise. Interestingly, he shot this movie on film, which gives it a vibrant, nostalgic visual style that stands out. This touch of old-school aesthetics was a highlight for me.

The studio needs to take more creative risks and deliver better stories. While adapting the original books fully may be challenging due to their graphic nature, fans deserve more than just rehashed plots.

As for the big highlight: the new dinosaur. Marketed as a strange, mutated, and terrifying creature, it was teased without revealing its full look. When finally revealed on screen — let’s just say it was more ugly than awe-inspiring. It didn’t leave a strong impression but did add to the tense atmosphere of the movie.

In the end, despite its flaws, Jurassic World Rebirth keeps the audience engaged. If you’re a lifelong fan of the franchise (like me, who’s been watching since childhood), it’s still worth a watch on the big screen.

BollyTrendz Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)