Steven Spielberg‘s groundbreaking masterpiece, “Jurassic Park,” unleashed a tidal wave of awe and excitement upon its release in 1993, forever altering the cinematic landscape. At the heart of its revolutionary impact was the seamless integration of cutting-edge CGI technology, deftly employed by the visionary team at Industrial Light & Magic to breathe life into the awe-inspiring dinosaurs that roamed across the screen. Yet, amidst the acclaim for its visual marvels, a lesser-known but equally crucial element of the film’s success lay in its audio craftsmanship.

In a fascinating revelation shared by Spielberg during a recent interview with THR, it came to light that the maestro himself, George Lucas, played an unexpected role in shaping the auditory experience of “Jurassic Park.” Faced with the daunting task of balancing his commitments between completing the sound mixing for the film and embarking on the production of “Schindler’s List” in Europe, Spielberg turned to his esteemed colleague for assistance.

“I called George,” Spielberg recounted, “I said, ‘George, I’m in trouble. The studio’s really upset with me that I’m going to not mix Jurassic Park and go off to Europe and make Schindler’s List. Would you mix Jurassic Park?’”

In a gesture of unwavering camaraderie, Lucas readily accepted the challenge, stepping in to oversee the intricate process of sound mixing alongside the esteemed Kathleen Kennedy. With Lucas’ expertise at the helm, complemented by Kennedy’s invaluable contributions, the sonic tapestry of “Jurassic Park” was meticulously woven to perfection.

“I already had his mixers working on the film, so George said he’d take over. And he and Kathy Kennedy mixed the film,” Spielberg elaborated, shedding light on the collaborative effort that ensued.

The result of this serendipitous collaboration transcended expectations, culminating in “Jurassic Park” clinching the prestigious accolade for Best Sound Mixing at the Academy Awards. Indeed, behind the thunderous roars of T-Rex and the haunting calls of Velociraptors lay the meticulous craftsmanship of George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy, further cementing the film’s status as a timeless cinematic marvel.