Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story

A warm, nostalgic look behind the scenes of a classic, full of lively anecdotes and archival footage that celebrates filmmaking and shark conservation.

Directed by

Laurent Bouzereau

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Steven Spielberg, Cameron Crowe, Jordan Peele

Tagline

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

Overview

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.

How it feels

Warm, earnest and uplifting. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Art, ambition, nature, survival

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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