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I’m not going to sit here and pretend I’m not exactly the target audience for “The End of Oak Street.” This new dinosaur movie is essentially a love letter to Spielberg’s classic movies, and as a huge lover of anything sci-fi, this is exactly the kind of film that appealed to me. The obvious comparison is to “Jurassic Park” with a more suburban spin, but since those iconic dinosaur movies mean a great deal to me, I’m absolutely okay with “The End of Oak Street” wearing its influences so proudly.Tom's Guide Verdict: 'The End of Oak Street'Rating: 4/5 starsVerdict: “The End of Oak Street” is a silly, chaotic dinosaur adventure that knows exactly how to have fun. Its fractured logic and questionable time-travel rules hold it back, but the Spielbergian nostalgia, great dinosaurs and carnage make this an easy summer blockbuster to enjoy.Where to watch: "The End of Oak Street" is now in theatersDirected by David Robert Mitchell, best known for the horror “It Follows,” this new sci-fi adventure follows the Platt family after a mysterious cosmic event transports their suburban neighborhood to an unfamiliar prehistoric world, forcing them to band together as they come face-to-face with some very hungry dinosaurs. It’s certainly a compelling premise, and one you have to give Mitchell credit for making feel original. Plus, J.J. Abrams’ involvement as a producer is another incentive to watch, particularly given the film’s heavy sci-fi influences.“The End of Oak Street” was one of my most anticipated films of the summer, and after attending an early screening, I have no defense for how much I enjoyed it. But even though this dinosaur movie has plenty to roar about given its fun premise and talented cast, there are a few bones to pick with it, and they might determine whether you see this on the big screen.I’m tired of pretending silly dinosaur movies aren’t fun
