Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story

Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story

2025 · 88 min · EN · NR · 7.5 (65 votes)
Dir. Laurent Bouzereau · Starring Steven Spielberg, Cameron Crowe, Jordan Peele, Steven Soderbergh, Carl Gottlieb, J.J. Abrams · Music Blake Neely

“The movie you know. The story you don’t.”

Documentary

The authorized documentary celebrating the film that redefined Hollywood, 50 years after its premiere. Featuring rare archival footage and interviews with acclaimed Hollywood directors alongside Steven Spielberg, top shark scientists, and conservationists, the film uncovers the behind-the-scenes chaos and how the film launched the summer blockbuster, inspired a new wave of filmmakers, and paved the way for shark conservation that continues today.

VIBE

This documentary feels like a vibrant journey through cinematic history, celebrating a legendary film's tumultuous birth and enduring impact. It's an insightful, often chaotic, yet ultimately inspiring look at creative perseverance, packed with nostalgic revelations and a deep appreciation for the art of filmmaking and its lasting cultural ripple effect.

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