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10 Things You Didn't Know About The Jurassic Park Movies
Calling all you Jurassic Park fans! If you're anything like us, ever since the very first trip to Isla Nublar way back in 1993 (if you're as old as us too!), you've been totally bitten by this amazing Dino world where anything can happen, and everything can, and probably will go wrong!
With even more amazing adventures being added to this now-iconic franchise with the Jurassic World movies, we couldn't resist diving back into some of our favourite classics to hunt down some perhaps little known facts you probably never knew and might find... surprising...
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Before heading off to watch the latest movies, in your latest Jurassic Park T-Shirt, check out some fun things we discovered about these totally classic movies! Enjoy
The T-Rex coming through the glass roof of the Explorer wasn't meant to happen!
Unearthing Our Latest Jurassic Park Backpacks & Bags From Loungefly! 🦴
Can you hear the persistent thud of something huge heading your way? Something that will raise your heartbeat with every moment, each snap of the branch as it grows nearer until you can almost reach out and touch it...
Well... ROAR... it's here! Our totally awesome new Jurassic Park backpacks from Loungefly have officially landed onto TruffleShuffle with a swish of their tail and a snap of their jaws.
With three new breath-taking new designs for you to get your claws into, we're so excited to bring these stunning new Loungefly bags to our ever-growing collection of official Jurassic Park merchandise... and in time for Jurassic World Dominion too! Let's dive in.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 430
Peeping its way from behind the rain clouds, the sun is finally here just in time for another movie filled weekend! Are you ready?
SATURDAY 5th June
Oliver! (1968) GREAT! movies classic 10:35am-1:30pm
An oscar-winning musical version of the stage play based on Charles Dickens' classic tale about a lonely workhouse orphan who ends up on the cold streets of London, where he falls under the wing of petty crook Fagin and his gang of young backstreet thieves. Featuring the iconic songs Food, Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, As Long as He Needs Me and You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two. Starring Ron Moody, Mark Lester, Oliver Reed, Jack Wild, Harry Secombe, Shani Wallis and Leonard Rossiter.
Charlie's Angels (2000) 5STAR 2:25pm-4:25pm
Three private investigators are recruited to rescue a computer genius from the clutches of a rival. They discover there is more at stake than they thought, as the captive genius has created a dangerous piece of software that must not fall into the wrong hands. Action-adventure, based on the TV series, starring Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu and Bill Murray.
Dante's Peak (1997) 5STAR 4:25pm-6:30pm
A vulcanologist's suspicions that a long-dormant volcano is about to erupt turn out to be true, prompting him to race against time to save the community standing in its way - and clash with local government officials weighing his predictions against the loss in tourism revenue. Disaster movie, starring Pierce Brosnan, Linda Hamilton, Elizabeth Hoffman and Charles Hallahan.
The Simpsons Movie (2007) Film4 4:30pm-6:15pm
Homer unwittingly pollutes Lake Springfield, so the US government decides to isolate the city underneath a giant dome. The Simpsons manage to escape and plan to start a new life in Alaska - but learn Springfield is about to be destroyed, and return to save their friends. With the voices of Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright and Yeardley Smith.
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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) ITV2 5:05pm-7:30pm
Three years after the destruction of Jurassic World, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing are asked to return to the theme park to save its resident dinosaurs from the island's active volcano. During their mission, they uncover a conspiracy that may affect the entire planet. Action sequel, starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rafe Spall and Toby Jones.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 428
Washing down on us like a giant rain cloud, we're totally drenched in action, story, comedy and oh so more thanks to our top movie picks heading our way this weekend!
SATURDAY 22nd May
Fallout (1998) Sony Movies 1:00pm-2:55pm
Russian crew members hijack a joint East-West space shuttle and begin making demands, so a disillusioned US astronaut leads a last-ditch rescue mission to save the world. Sci-fi adventure, starring Daniel Baldwin, John Reilly and Frank Zagarino.
It Could Happen to You (1994) Sony Movies 5:00pm-8:05pm
A cop is unable to tip a waitress but instead promises to split the proceeds with her if he wins the lottery. However, his elation when he actually bags the jackpot quickly fades when his furious wife makes it plain she does not want him to honour the pledge. A romantic comedy, starring Nicolas Cage, Bridget Fonda, Rosie Perez and Isaac Hayes.
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Top Shows and Films Coming To Netflix In May 2021!
Another month from 2021 gobbled up in no time, this can only mean one thing... a fresh month ahead and heaps of awesome new TV Shows and movies into Netflix!
We don't know about you, but the real drama in our lives right now is waiting for and seeing the launch of fresh new goodies onto Netflix. Latest pyjamas on, hot cuppa in our latest novelty mug and we're away!
To help you plan out your downtime and to let you know what's heading your way, we've picked out some of our top choices heading onto Netflix in May. Enjoy!
School of Rock (2003)
Rock horns at the ready, it's about to get wild as we dive back into class... but with a rocking twist! Featuring a whole heap of awesome music, we've loved this amazing film since it first hit our screen back in 2003! - How has it been so long? Can't wait to join Jack Black once again in this rocking tale.
Men in Black: International (2019)
One not to forget in a flash (see what we did there?), 2019 saw the release of another instalment of this now retro tale. This time, donning the dark suits are Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson as they battle to uncover a trailer working on the inside of the MIB to prevent an alien invasion. Sure
This sure packs a punch and is ideal for a movie night in.
The Weekly Retro Movie Rundown – 400
As the anticipation builds for your next delivery, any sounds of cars or footprints become 'the ones' you been waiting for. As the moment you finally have your new goodies in your hands becomes closer and the excitement builds, you simply cannot wait any longer and wonder how you ever lived without them before!
SATURDAY 17th October
Daylight (1996) 5STAR 12:05pm-2:25pm
A devastating explosion in the New Jersey Tunnel causes a horrific pile-up, trapping a group of motorists underground. A former emergency worker witnesses the blast and heads in to guide the handful of survivors to safety before the waters of the Hudson river above them break through and flood the tunnel. Disaster movie, starring Sylvester Stallone, Amy Brenneman, Viggo Mortensen, Dan Hedaya and Claire Bloom.
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie (2000) Film4 1:00pm-2:35pm
The lucky little tots embark on a trip to a French theme park - but while the rest of the gang are intent on enjoying themselves, Chuckie is distracted by his wish for a new mum. He sets his sights on the owner of the amusement park as a prospective partner for his single dad. Animated adventure, with the voices of Christine Cavanaugh, Elizabeth Daily, Cheryl Chase, Kath Soucie and Susan Sarandon.