What Bad Physics and Laws Are Broken in Jurassic Park III?

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Start date Dec 2, 2007

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Jurassic Park III has been criticized for its portrayal of physics, particularly regarding the behavior of dinosaurs and their interactions with the environment. Key points of contention include the unrealistic depiction of dinosaur speed and agility, which defies known biological limits. Additionally, the film breaks laws of physics concerning gravity and momentum, especially in action sequences involving large creatures. The discussion suggests using resources like intuitor.com for a deeper analysis of movie physics. Overall, the film's scientific inaccuracies contribute to its reputation for poor physics representation.

Dec 2, 2007

zeyad

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i am trying to find some bad physics in this movie and i can't seem to find any

Why is this considered to be poor physics

what law did it break

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