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Jurassic Park III

Jurassic Park III

Adventure · Thriller · Science Fiction · 2001

In need of funds for research, Dr. Alan Grant accepts a large sum of money to accompany Paul and Amanda Kirby on an aerial tour of the infamous Isla Sorna. It isn't long before all hell breaks loose and the stranded wayfarers must fight for survival as a host of new -- and even more deadly -- dinosaurs try to make snacks of them.

Movie details

Jurassic Park III

“This time, it's not just a walk in the park!”

2001 Adventure · Thriller · Science Fiction 1h 32m

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6.2 / 10

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In need of funds for research, Dr. Alan Grant accepts a large sum of money to accompany Paul and Amanda Kirby on an aerial tour of the infamous Isla Sorna. It isn't long before all hell breaks loose and the stranded wayfarers must fight for survival as a host of new -- and even more deadly -- dinosaurs try to make snacks of them.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Joe Johnston

Written by

Jim Taylor · Peter Buchman · Alexander Payne

Sam Neill

Sam Neill

Dr. Alan Grant

William H. Macy

William H. Macy

Paul Kirby

Téa Leoni

Téa Leoni

Amanda Kirby

Alessandro Nivola

Alessandro Nivola

Billy Brennan

Trevor Morgan

Trevor Morgan

Eric Kirby

Michael Jeter

Michael Jeter

Udesky

John Diehl

John Diehl

Cooper

Court is in session

Put Jurassic Park III on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Prestige Tourist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.