Until recently, I had been actively avoiding Jurassic World Rebirth. After the disaster that was Jurassic World Dominion, which I genuinely consider one of the worst films I’ve ever seen, my expectations were close to zero. But surprisingly, Jurassic World Rebirth (directed by Gareth Edwards) turned out to be a pretty decent watch. It all depends on how you approach it.

A Franchise with a Near-Sacred Status

The Jurassic Park franchise holds an almost sacred place in my life, something I might dive into more deeply another time. That’s exactly why it’s been so disappointing to see the series struggle in recent years. Many of the latest entries have felt creatively bankrupt.

Because of that, I skipped Rebirth in cinemas, and in hindsight, I regret that a little.

A Surprisingly Solid Blockbuster

Because here’s the thing: Jurassic World Rebirth is actually a more than competent blockbuster, and it even shows signs of maturity. The novelty of giant, genetically enhanced dinosaurs has worn off a bit, which allows the film to lean more into being a straightforward, entertaining ride.

This time, the story isn’t paper-thin, and the characters have at least some level of depth. Not groundbreaking, but enough to rise slightly above the average blockbuster standard. It doesn’t completely redefine the franchise, but it doesn’t need to.

Pure Dumb Fun, and That’s Okay

Let’s be honest, though. At its core, Rebirth is still pure dumb fun, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. The plot may not be particularly memorable, and those questionable genetically modified dinosaurs are still part of the equation. But overall, it’s a highly entertaining B-level blockbuster.

And in a way, that’s where the franchise finally seems to find its footing.

A Step Toward Independence

For the first time in a while, the series feels like it’s starting to stand on its own, rather than constantly leaning on nostalgia. The new cast feels mostly fresh, even if it still lacks the depth needed to turn this into a true classic.

Still, it’s a solid foundation for future entries, something that felt almost impossible after the disastrous sixth film. In other words, this would have been a perfectly worthwhile cinema experience, but it also works just fine on a smaller screen, even on something like an airplane seat display.

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