JURASSIC PARK

Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Richard Attenborough

Universal Pictures; Directed by Steven Spielberg

Rated PG-13; 127 minutes; 1993

, VHS

Combining the latest in special effects with masterful storytelling, an age-old fantasy becomes a reality as dinosaurs are genetically re-created for the ultimate theme park in this adaptation of Michael Crichton’s best-selling novel, Jurassic Park. The adventure begins in wonder and excitement for the park’s first visitors, but soon takes a suspenseful turn as the dinosaurs break out of their carefully constructed environment and begin to wreak havoc.

REVIEWS

"JURASSIC PARK is a true movie milestone, presenting awe–inspiring sights never before seen on the screen."

- Janet Maslin, NEW YORK TIMES

"JURASSIC PARK is everything it’s cracked up to be! A visual triumph, a tower of eyefuls. Steven Spielberg has directed with his unexcelled combination of suspense, humor and excitement and knuckle–chewing tension."

- Gene Shalit, THE TODAY SHOW

"A monster hit!"

- William Arnold, SEATTLE POST–INTELLIGENCER

"Wondrous. JURASSIC PARK is Steven Spielberg’s must–see."

- Mike Clark, USA TODAY

"You won’t believe your eyes. JURASSIC PARK is colossal entertainment—an eye–popping, mind–bending, kick–out–the–jams thrill ride."

- Peter Travers, ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE

"JURASSIC PARK is a fun–house ride with humor, thrills, and heart. It has the spine-tingly magic of Steven Spielberg's best work. Go, tremble and enjoy."

- David Ansen, NEWSWEEK MAGAZINE

"JURASSIC PARK is amazing."

- Richard Corliss, TIME MAGAZINE