50 Years Of JAWS Terrifying Everyone (1975)
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Jaws and the Evolution of Shark Perception
This chapter explores the significant cultural and political impacts of the 1975 film JAWS on public perceptions of sharks and societal fears. It examines the representation of masculinity in the film, the contrast between its themes and the original novel, and the enduring legacy of its portrayal of sharks. The chapter also discusses how attitudes towards sharks have shifted over time, influenced by media portrayals and cultural changes in tourism.
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