Quite Good...

Rating: 7/10 (17 April 2005)

"Jurassic Park" is an entertaining and occasionally inspired movie directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the novel by Michael Crichton.
To my mind this is a very good popcorn flick, with occasional flashes of inspiration. The CGI work, which still holds up decently today, is stunning and groundbreaking stuff for the early 90's. Spielberg directs with a deft hand, and the action never lets up.
If I had any complaint, it would be that the acting (except for Goldblum and Attenborough) is merely average -- in particular, the usual weaknesses involved with child actors applies here. Also, the movie is long on popcorn action and relatively short on brains... the subjects of cloning, ecology and paleontology are lightly and briefly touched upon but that's it (if you want more in this area I'd suggest reading Crichton's book, which is quite good).
Overall this movie is worthwhile, and easily one of Spielberg's stronger films. Recommended for rental or purchase, kids will love it.