Jurassic World Dominion is a science fiction action film directed by Colin Trevorrow. It serves as the sequel to Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) and the sixth installment in the Jurassic Park franchise. Here are key details about the film:
Plot
The story of Jurassic World Dominion takes place four years after the events of Fallen Kingdom, where dinosaurs are now living and hunting alongside humans all over the world. This leads to a new era where both humans and dinosaurs must learn to coexist. The plot follows Owen Grady and Claire Dearing, along with Maisie Lockwood, as they work to protect Maisie from a biotech company that seeks to exploit her unique genetic makeup. Meanwhile, Dr. Alan Grant, Dr. Ellie Sattler, and Dr. Ian Malcolm reunite to investigate a global threat posed by genetically modified locusts, which are causing havoc on the world's food supply.
Production
- Development: The film was announced shortly after the release of Fallen Kingdom, with Colin Trevorrow returning to direct and co-write the script with Emily Carmichael.
- Filming: Principal photography began in February 2020 in Canada and England, but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Filming resumed in July 2020 and concluded in November 2020.
- Special Effects: The film utilized a combination of practical effects, CGI, and animatronics, continuing the franchise's tradition of mixing technology with live-action filming.
Cast
- Chris Pratt as Owen Grady
- Bryce Dallas Howard as Claire Dearing
- Sam Neill as Dr. Alan Grant
- Laura Dern as Dr. Ellie Sattler
- Jeff Goldblum as Dr. Ian Malcolm
- Isabella Sermon as Maisie Lockwood
- DeWanda Wise as Kayla Watts
- Justice Smith as Franklin Webb
- Daniella Pineda as Zia Rodriguez
Release
Jurassic World Dominion was released on June 10, 2022, in the United States. It was initially set for release in June 2021 but was delayed due to the global health crisis.
Reception
- Box Office: The film was a commercial success, grossing over $1 billion worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 2022.
- Critical Reception: Critics had mixed reactions, with praise for the visual effects, action sequences, and the return of the original cast, but some criticism regarding the plot and character development.
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