David Koepp on Why It Took Him Almost 30 Years to Return to the 'Jurassic Park' Franchise He Helped Create
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David Koepp has largely stayed away from dinosaurs since co-writing 'Jurassic Park' and its sequel. His return to the series comes with 'Jurassic World: Rebirth', which is not a reboot but a continuation. The film introduces new characters and storylines while keeping previous events canon. In this installment, a pharmaceutical executive, Martin Krebs, aims to exploit dinosaurs for their potential in curing heart disease, resulting in perilous missions where humans risk becoming dinosaur prey.
After nearly three decades, David Koepp returns to the world of dinosaurs, prompted by Steven Spielberg's call to reset the franchise with new characters and story.
In 'Jurassic World: Rebirth,' a pharmaceutical executive seeks dinosaurs to find cures for heart disease, leading to dangerous encounters as humans face the risks.
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