Jurassic Park
John Hammond has discovered a way of recreating the dinosaurs. Using the blood extracted from mosquitoes trapped in amber from the Jurassic Era, he uses the DNA to bring the dinosaurs back to life. He buys an island off of Costa Rica with the intention of creating a park for all dinosaur enthusiasts to visit. He gathers together Dr. Alan Grant, a paleontologist, and Dr. Ellie Sattler, a phlebotomist, whom he has been funding, and offers them $120,000 to come and see the island for the weekend. Ian Malcolm, a mathematician, who supports the Chaos Theory, is convinced that this project is "a disaster waiting to happen." Hammond has also invited his grandchildren, Tim and Lex Murphy, to the island for a little adventure. Together they tour they hop into two Landcruiser and begin touring the park. But Dennis Nedry shuts down the energy grid while stealing 15 different embryos for another company. The large T-Rex breaks out and pursues Grant and the two
However, with a touch of bittersweet irony, Hammond is attacked by a group of Compys, his own creations, as punishment for his attempt at playing God. When Hammond realizes that his creation has gotten out of hand, he doesn't hesitate to abandon his dream in the interest of public safety. He plays the hand of God, without concern for his creations. In Crichton's portrayal, Hammond cares not about the safety of his visitors, but merely the profit potential. Hammond merely hopes to increase consumer appeal with little care for the well-being of his visitors or his animals. Hammond wishes only to amuse and entertain, not merely to make money. It is only once it becomes threatening to his own life, that Hammond decides to abandon his creation. The differences between the two versions of Hammond are a result of Spielberg's intent to portray a positive family message. And only Grant and the children know that there are raptors on a boat heading toward the mainland, and they are running out of time to report it. Hammond opens Pandora's Box on the world without any regret until it affects him. Hammond realizes the absurdity of his work, and realizes he must abandon his dream in order to protect the world from his doings. Hammond cares not about the profit potential; he wants everyone to enjoy the experience of Jurassic Park, not solely the rich and famous.
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