‘Twister’ (1996) spins perfect funnel of absurdity
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): “Twister” has a reputation as a dumb movie. But if so, this is glorious, spectacular, thrilling dumbness.
Michael Crichton
‘Twister’ (1996) spins perfect funnel of absurdity
‘Pirate Latitudes’ (2009) an adventurous slice of history
Throwback Thursday (Book review): This book pulled from Michael Crichton’s archives is an adventurous way to learn about 17th century pirating.
‘Dragon Teeth’ (2017) unearths early Crichton adventure
Throwback Thursday (Book review): “Dragon Teeth” isn’t really a dinosaur story, although marketers wouldn’t mind if you confused it with “Jurassic Park.”
6 things we’ll likely see in ‘Jurassic World 3’
Movie commentary: In the wake of “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,” here are some thoughts on what we’ll see in the next “Jurassic Park” film.
‘Fallen Kingdom’ finds a way to be best ‘Jurassic Park’ sequel
Movie review: Director J.A. Bayona blends Gothic horror, epic action and top-shelf dinosaur effects in this fifth “JP” film.
All 18 ‘Jurassic Park’ stories, ranked from tame to tops
Story rankings: Here’s a ranking of every “Jurassic Park” story, from the worst comic books to the best of Steven Spielberg and Michael Crichton.
Crichton’s ‘Westworld’ (1973) dated but still smart
Movie review: As “Westworld” nears its return to TV, here’s a look back at the Michael Crichton film that launched the franchise.
‘The 13th Warrior’ reviews
John’s “The 13th Warrior” review, NDSU Spectrum, August 1999 John’s “The 13th Warrior” flashback review, June 28, 2021
‘Sphere’ reviews
John’s “Sphere” review, NDSU Spectrum, February 1998 John’s “Sphere” flashback review, May 10, 2021
‘Jurassic Park III’ reviews and commentary
John’s “Jurassic Park III” flashback review, johnvhansen.com, Jan. 29, 2015 “Jurassic Park III” — Director Joe Johnston cuts out the fat and gets right to the meat, giving ample screen time to up-and-coming stars Spinosaurus […]