In this special bonus episode of the Book Club Podcast, Carly, joined by Andrene and Joel from the Rewind Rewatch Podcast, delves into Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park. They explore themes of genetic engineering, human arrogance, and scientific discovery, discussing character developments such as Hammond's moral irresponsibility, Nedry's sabotage, and Malcolm's philosophical insights. The episode examines the narrative role of Lex and Tim, the depiction of female characters, and the contrast between the book and the movie. The hosts reflect on the story's relevance to contemporary issues like technological progress and environmental exploitation. They also highlight the 1993 film's enduring visual impact and influence on millennials, wrapping up with recommendations for Crichton's sequel, The Lost World.

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00:00 Life Finds a Way

00:13 Welcome to the Book Club Podcast

00:31 First Impressions of Jurassic Park

03:02 Diving into the Plot

10:07 Hammond's Delusions and Grandchildren

14:23 Character Dynamics and Development

25:58 The Arrogance of Humans

39:59 Living Systems and Chaos Theory

41:32 Automation and Nedry's Role

43:08 Nedry's Betrayal and Consequences

47:40 Hammond's Hubris and Park's Flaws

50:33 Children in Jurassic Park

53:39 Millennial Nostalgia and Connection

57:35 Female Characters in Jurassic Park

01:02:42 Modern Reflections and Genetic Power

01:08:39 Impact of the Movie on Millennials

01:14:33 Final Thoughts on Jurassic Park