Ep. 18: Steven Spielberg's "Jaws" (1975) Part 1

Screams & Streams

Get ready to dive into the chills, thrills, and spills of the classic horror film 'Jaws' as we, your hosts Chad Campbell and Mike Carron, along with special guest TJ Herd, dissect the enduring influence of Steven Spielberg's masterpiece. We promise to provide a thorough dissection of the iconic movie, bringing out a renewed fear of the open water that you may have thought was long buried. Our discussion takes you down memory lane, as we narrate our first brushes with the film and its impact on our childhood fears.
Prepare to analyze the film's iconic scenes, dialogue, and characters like never before! We discuss Brody's fear of water, the mayor's greed, and Quint's sexist rants, all while drawing interesting parallels to current events. We then switch gears and scrutinize the effects and acting of the movie, revealing how they have withstood the test of time. The conversation takes a darker turn as we explore how the film instilled a fear of sharks, influencing their widespread killing.
Finally, brace yourself for a grand finale of our discussion as we dissect the most iconic scenes in the movie and their impact on the horror genre. Be it Chrissy's death scene, the chaotic stampede out of the water, or the flaws in the party scene, we have it all covered. Join us for a thrilling exploration of tension, chaos, and the undying impact of 'Jaws' on the horror genre. Don't miss out on this journey as we unravel the fear and fascination of 'Jaws'!

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Chapters

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Film Intro & Plot Summary (00:00:56)

3. First Impressions (00:01:11)

4. Tropes Hall of Shame (00:05:36)

5. One Liners (00:08:56)

6. What Doesn't Hold Up (00:21:49)

7. Most Gratuitous Scene (00:29:45)

8. Stood the Test of Time (00:33:22)

9. Outro (00:40:11)