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Jaws! They don't make em' like they used to
An undeniable classic. Very rarely does a movie stand the test of time, let alone over 30 years. There's something special about the movies made in the 70's that you don't see too often today. Jaws is one of the biggest examples of that. With Steven Spielberg's flawless direction we are taken to another world with characters who remind us of the people in our lives (well, maybe not Quint). I guess I would label this as a horror movie, but it's a subtle one. Spielberg is reminiscent of Hitchcock in that he doesn't give too much away and the fear becomes a psychological one. I mean, so many people were afraid to go back in the water after seeing this film! Something about the summertime makes me want to watch this film over and over again lately. From the first time I saw it until the last time this is one film that will remain one of my favorites. If you haven't see it, see it now. Check it out on AMC tonight, and watch me on Cinemania!
I think Jaws is the greatest example of a perfect accident. I love that the only reason the boat is chased by three barrels is because they couldn't get the mechanical shark to work. You're totally right in that with horror especially, less is more and what you don't show is just as horrifying, if not more so, than what you do. The mind is a powerful tool. I know I still won't go in the ocean deeper than I can stand...
i love jaws