IN the chilling depths of the ocean, a dark silhouette glides silently, its presence a harbinger of doom. Shark movies, with their perfect mix of fear and fascination, have captivated audiences for decades.
Tapping into the primal fear of these under water killing machines, shark movies have proved to be hugely popular. Here are some of the best from this very niche genre.
Jaws (1975)
The genesis of the shark movie phenomenon began with Steven Spielberg’s Jaws, which was released in 1975. Based on Peter Benchley’s novel, Jaws tells the story of a great white shark terrorising the small island community of Amity. The movie’s tagline “You’ll never go in the water again” became a chilling reality for many. Spielberg’s masterful direction, coupled with John Williams’ iconic score, created a perfect storm of suspense and horror. The mechanical shark, affectionately named “Bruce” by the crew, became an unlikely star, proving that what you don’t see can be even more terrifying than what you do.
