Overview
- In a new Empire interview, Cameron recounts calling to buy Michael Crichton’s novel only to learn Steven Spielberg had already secured it.
- Cameron says his take would have been “Aliens with dinosaurs,” emphasizing a darker, R-rated tone he believes would have been too terrifying.
- He praises Spielberg for delivering the version that would resonate with children, calling that the movie that should have been made.
- Cameron recalls a specific scene in the book with children trapped in a flipped Jeep and a T. rex at the window as the moment he decided to pursue the rights.
- Multiple outlets note he has shared this story before, with the latest remarks reiterating the long-standing account rather than signaling any change to the franchise.