Jaws: Making a Splash in Hollywood

In June 2025, the film *Jaws* by Steven Spielberg celebrates its 50th anniversary--a milestone in American cinema. This documentary explores its lasting impact. With its massive success, *Jaws* shifted Hollywood away from protest-driven films, launching the era of blockbusters filled with suspense and special effects. It also propelled the career of a young Spielberg. The film radically changed the industry, leading studios to prioritize big-budget hits as their primary business model. Through original footage and exclusive interviews with *Jaws* heirs like Lorraine Gary, Alexandre Aja, and Ian Shaw, the documentary examines the movie's significance and endurance legacy