8 Movie Franchises That Desperately Need Saving (And How To Save Them)

3. Don't Skimp Out On The Nerd Factor - Jurassic Park

jurassic park Given how long the Jurassic Park franchise has been down and out, it's difficult to imagine the best way to re-introduce it to society after all this time. Do we go back to Isla Nublar? Do we get back some of the popular characters, like Dr. Alan Grant or Dr. Malcolm? Though I'd guess that Isla Nublar is probably this franchise's best shot (though I think new characters are necessary), the filmmakers would be wrong to presume we just want a "monster movie." The best thing about the original Jurassic Park isn't necessarily the dinosaurs, but the way that the "science" gets us to believe they exist. If Jurassic Park had failed to explain reasonably as to how cloning had been made possible, the dinosaurs wouldn't have been nearly as effective - it's the details, the scientific explanations, and the - let's face it - nerdy characters that make Jurassic Park work. I seriously hope the next movie doesn't end up being about a super-powered marine unit instead of a group of timid researchers. Don't hold back on the nerd stuff!
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