Jaws

Jaws (1975)

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Year Released
Directed by
MPAA Rating
PG
Runtime
124 mins.
Release date
June 20, 1975
Budget (In USD)
$7,000,000
Revenue (In USD)
$476,512,065
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Movie Overview | Jaws (1975)

Tagline: Don't go in the water

Synopsis
Jaws, directed by Academy Award® winner Steven Spielberg, revolutionized the film business with its edge-of-your-seat tension. The town’s chief of police (Roy Scheider), a young marine biologist (Richard Dreyfuss), and a seasoned shark hunter (Robert Shaw) race to stop a dangerous great white shark from attacking Amity. Jaws is one of the most iconic films of all time, with a terrifying score.

Writer
Peter Benchley (based on the novel)

Screenplay
Peter Benchley,
Carl Gottlieb

Producer
David Brown,
Richard D. Zanuck

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Overall rating
 
4.6
Entertainment Factor
 
5.0(2)
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4.5(2)
Actors Performance
 
4.5(2)
Cinematography
 
4.5(2)
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Don't Go In The Water
(Updated: January 04, 2025)
Overall rating
 
5.0
Entertainment Factor
 
5.0
Story
 
5.0
Actors Performance
 
5.0
Cinematography
 
5.0
Sound Track
 
5.0
Every summer I look forward to the repeated showings of Jaws on TV.  Some days they have a Jaws marathon, showing the original and all the 4 Jaws movies back to back and this is my day off, spending a lazy day in my pajamas and watching the movies al day, doing nothing else but getting involved with the Jaws characters and the final Jaws Revenge.   The original Jaws, though, is my favorite.  A blockbuster created by Steven Spielberg in 1975, this movie keeps you in suspense until the end.  From the very beginning one gets caught up in the story of a small beach town of Amity is suddenly being preyed upon by a great white.  A great white that has a mind of his own and deliberately sets out to get the residents.  The music is absolutely terrific and, along with the terrifying huge shark, the two notes that adds to the suspense and tells us of the shark's presence, even when you don't see the shark itself, warns us of the haunting presence of danger.  The story is based around the characters of Chief Brody, played by Roy Schneider, young marine biologist Matt Hooper, played by Richard Dreyfuss, and the rough and seasoned shark hunter Quint, played by Robert Shaw, who, in a gruesome but gripping attack, is slowly and painfully eaten by Jaws, while a horrified Brody watches.  Jaws is a gripping, suspenseful movie that will not disappoint.  Too violent for children, though.  
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Jaws: The Quintessential Thriller That Defined a Genre
(Updated: January 04, 2025)
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4.2
Entertainment Factor
 
5.0
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4.0
Actors Performance
 
4.0
Cinematography
 
4.0
Sound Track
 
4.0
Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975) remains a masterclass in cinematic suspense, and it’s no exaggeration to say it defined the summer blockbuster. From the very first frame, the film immerses viewers in a world where the ordinary is disrupted by the extraordinary—specifically, a colossal great white shark that preys upon the unsuspecting residents of Amity Island.

What sets Jaws apart is its meticulous blend of character development and tension. The film doesn’t just rely on the visceral thrill of a shark attack; it builds a gripping narrative around the characters of Chief Brody (Roy Scheider), marine biologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss), and the grizzled shark hunter Quint (Robert Shaw). Each character is brought to life with exceptional depth, making their individual struggles and interactions as compelling as the menacing presence of the shark itself.

Spielberg’s direction is both assured and innovative. The use of John Williams’ iconic score—a hauntingly simple two-note motif—is a stroke of genius that has since become synonymous with suspense. The shark may not always be visible, but its omnipresent threat is felt in every scene, thanks to Spielberg’s careful pacing and the film’s strategic use of sound and suspense.

Despite some initial issues with the shark’s mechanical malfunction, the film’s clever techniques—like the camera’s underwater perspective and the strategic use of the shark’s fin—create a relentless sense of danger that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.

Jaws is not just a film; it’s a cultural touchstone that continues to influence and inspire filmmakers. Its success was not merely about being a commercial hit; it set a new standard for how to craft a thrilling, unforgettable cinematic experience. It remains a testament to Spielberg’s genius and the power of storytelling that blends fear with fascination, making Jaws an indelible classic in the annals of film history.
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