‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ Suspends Production After Positive COVID-19 Tests

Los Angeles: Production on “Jurassic World: Dominion” has been halted for two weeks after multiple people involved with the production team tested positive for the coronavirus. The development came one day after Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment pushed the release of the movie back by a year to June 10, 2022, because of uncertainties surrounding the theatrical calendar due to the pandemic.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, a Universal spokesperson said owing to the “small amount of positive tests for COVID-19”, the filming has been temporarily paused. “Late last night, we were informed that the ‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ production experienced a small amount of positive tests for COVID-19. “Even though subsequent tests proved negative this morning, due to our rigid protocols and to ensure that the safety and well-being of our entire cast and crew is paramount at all times, those who initially tested positive are currently self-isolating, as are those who they have come into contact with. As a result filming has been temporarily paused and will resume in accordance with established safety guidelines,” the spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.