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1975 · 124 min · PG

Jaws

Directed by Steven Spielberg · Horror, Thriller, Adventure

Jaws (1975) is a Horror film, directed by Steven Spielberg set in New York City during the 1970s, in summer. It runs 124 minutes and is rated PG.

A survival, with a tense tone. Themes of survival, power & corruption, and obsession run throughout.

Composer
John Williams
Cinematography
Bill Butler
Cast
Roy ScheiderRobert ShawRichard DreyfussLorraine GaryMurray HamiltonCarl GottliebJeffrey KramerSusan Backlinie

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Coastal SeaIsland
When
1970s
Season
Summer

Premise & themes

Premise
Survival
Themes
SurvivalPower & CorruptionObsession
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
Ensemble
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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