The highly anticipated 'Jurassic World' is coming out this weekend and those who need a refresher of the first film, 'Jurassic Park,' will be happy to know that a playful recap has been created: 8-Bit Jurassic Park. More of a tribute than a summary of the crucial events that transpired in the original film, this animated short combines two beloved franchises for pop culture geeks everywhere.
The 8-Bit Jurassic Park animated short was created by Cinefix. It includes "three whole minutes of pixelated Sam Neill, Laura Dern and dinosaur-based adventure," reports Hypebeast. Entertaining on a few levels, this 8-Bit Jurassic Park animated short might very well inspire a mobile game, which would be in line with marketing strategies today. After all, people need to pass the time somehow.
Dinosaur Movie Tributes
The 8-Bit Jurassic Park Short is a Much-Watch Before Jurassic World
Trend Themes
1. Jurassic Park Nostalgia - There is an opportunity for businesses in entertainment and marketing to capitalize on the nostalgia for the original Jurassic Park movie with creative spinoff ideas.
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3. Combining Franchises - There is an opportunity for creative businesses to generate interest and excitement by combining franchises, like in the case of 8-Bit Jurassic Park.
Industry Implications
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