It is STILL an amazing feast for the eyes.

Rating: 8/10 (21 May 2000)

Writing now, in May of 2000, I think it worth noting that this movie's visual effects are still amazing. Combining the visual impressions with the sound AND music really creates a powerful piece of entertainment that I feel has kept its strength. One surprise scene in particular continues to surprise and entertain me because it was so well done. The sprinkling of humor helps to make it a richer story, too, even though it's basically an action/scifi work. I think this surpasses the second Jurassic Park movie and makes the fourth Star Wars look lame and fake.