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When strange anomalies start to appear all over England, Professor Cutter and his team must track down and capture all sorts of dangerous prehistoric creatures from Earth's distant past and near future.
In this sci-fi horror film, a team of British soldiers and scientists are sent back in time to the Cretaceous period to hunt and kill a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Their mission takes a dangerous turn when they discover that the creature they are hunting is not the only threat in this prehistoric landscape. They must fight for survival against not only the apex predator but also the harsh environment and the possibility of being stranded millions of years from home.
Primeval received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot, weak special effects, and lack of originality. While some appreciated the ambitious concept, the execution was frequently criticized for being uninspired and failing to deliver on its potential.
The film struggles with a predictable and often nonsensical plot.
Special effects are considered dated and unconvincing.
Lacks the tension and scares expected of a creature feature.
Google audience: Audience reception for Primeval was largely unfavorable, with many viewers finding the film to be a disappointing entry in the sci-fi/horror genre due to its weak storytelling and uninspired creature effects.
The film was originally intended to be a remake of the 1970 film 'When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth' but evolved into an original story during development.
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This review is about series 1. I expect someday I will return and do an update after I rewatch the subsequent four seasons. I was not one of those kids who grew up liking all things dinosaur. I guess I was more into DC comic book heroes....