Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), PG‑13, 2 h 26 min

Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), PG‑13, 2 h 26 min

 — the sixth entry in the Jurassic Park / World franchise:
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Franchise #6 – Jurassic Park Series
Tagline: “The epic conclusion to the Jurassic era.”
Trailer link: 
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Cast List

Chris Pratt as Owen Grady

Bryce Dallas Howard as Claire Dearing

Sam Neill as Dr. Alan Grant

Laura Dern as Dr. Ellie Sattler

Jeff Goldblum as Dr. Ian Malcolm

DeWanda Wise as Kayla Watts

Mamoudou Athie as Ramsay Cole

Isabella Sermon as Maisie Lockwood

Campbell Scott as Lewis Dodgson

B.D. Wong as Dr. Henry Wu

Justice Smith as Franklin Webb

Daniella Pineda as Dr. Zia Rodriguez

Omar Sy as Barry Sembène

Dichen Lachman as Soyona Santos

Kristoffer Polaha as Wyatt Huntley

Scott Haze as Rainn Delacourt
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Reviews

My Rating 6/10
Dove Foundation Not rated dove.org (no review)
IMDb ~5.9 / 10  (approx.)
Metacritic ~38 / 100 

Critics generally considered Dominion the weakest in the franchise, calling its dialogue flat and narrative overstuffed. However, audience reactions were more positive, praising the visual effects and return of legacy characters. 
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Plot Summary

Set four years after the fall of Isla Nublar, dinosaurs now roam freely across the globe. As humanity grapples with living alongside these resurrected creatures, Owen and Claire team up with the original trio—Grant, Sattler, and Malcolm—to take on Biosyn Genetics, now trafficking dinosaurs for dangerous use. The convergence of old and new heroes leads to a globe-spanning showdown for the future of both species. ([turn0search0]turn0search5turn0search7)
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Overview

Dominion reunites original Jurassic Park stars in the franchise's first global-scale adventure, blending nostalgia with modern blockbuster spectacle. It marks a tonal shift to environmental allegory and geopolitical stakes. While fans appreciated the legacy cast reunion and ambitious scope, many critics saw it as creatively tired—citing weak character arcs and uneven pacing. The film still earned over $1 billion worldwide, making it a financial success despite the mixed reviews. ([turn0news12]turn0news13turn0search19)
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Family Friendliness & Christian Perspective

Rated PG‑13 for frequent dinosaur violence, blood, peril of children and adults, and some mild strong language. Best suited for viewers age 12 and above.

From a Christian perspective, the film raises ethical themes about humanity’s role as creators and stewards. It questions the consequences of playing God, respects the value of life in all forms, and challenges viewers to consider humility, redemption, and moral responsibility—even in the face of chaos.
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Notable Scenes

Grand dinosaurs roaming major landmarks: Dinosaurs moving freely in open terrain and cities.

Rooftop chase in Malta: Owen pursues Soyona through street chaos.

Kayla’s pilot escape: DeWanda Wise shines in an action‑packed sequence over dinosaur-filled terrain.

High-altitude rescue: Aircraft helicopter sequences highlight suspense and teamwork.

Epic final confrontation: Humanity and dinosaurs clash in Biosyn complex as legacy and new protagonists unite.

Emotional troupe reunion: Grant, Sattler, and Malcolm share brief but heartfelt screen moments marking the series’ closure.

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