As far as sequels go, pretty good

Rating: Null/10 (6 April 2003)

I don't understand the animosity towards this movie. Yes, it has its fair share of plot holes and other goofs. But those kinds of things don't matter as much in a movie like "The Lost World."
Like the first "Jurassic Park," this movie is basically just an excuse to see people being chased by dinosaurs. And it excels at that. The special effects, the real reason to see the movie, are just as good as the first one, sometimes even better. There's a tense scene in which a trailer is dangling over a cliff, with our heroes trapped inside. It's ridiculous, yes, but tons of fun nonetheless. Then there's the even more over-the-top ending in which a T-Rex is set loose in San Diego. How could you possibly hate this scene? If the perfect treat for your inner-child to see that T-Rex side-swiping a bus, roaring a skyline, and other goodies.
In conclusion, "The Lost WOrld" won't be winning any awards. Spielberg does truly seem to be on autopilot this time. But none of that matters. It's a roller-coaster ride with some of the most impressive dinosaurs ever put onscreen, and that's all I'd expect from a film like this. If that's all you're looking for, you won't be disappointed.