WHAT WENT WRONG Jaws (1975)
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Sep 29, 2020 The podcast discusses the iconic film Jaws, its political themes, and the challenges faced during production. They delve into Steven Spielberg's journey as a filmmaker and the behind-the-scenes process of making the movie. The speakers also explore the casting choices, the unique portrayal of Quint's voice, and the difficulties of finding and transporting a shark. They highlight the timeliness of the film and the impact of its malfunctioning shark, while promoting the Cine Nation podcast and analyzing sequel movies.
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Parental Fears of Jaws
- Chris Winterbauer's mom was terrified of Jaws after seeing it at 14 years old, becoming a non-beach person.
- Similarly, Brandon Sparks' mom feared showing him the film, worried he'd develop a fear of the water.
Jaws as the OG Blockbuster
- Jaws redefined the term "blockbuster," expanding its use beyond rare occurrences.
- It marked a shift in Hollywood, establishing a new standard for big-budget, widely-released films.
Zanuck and Brown's Journey to Jaws
- Richard D. Zanuck and David Brown, producers of Jaws, had previously worked with Richard's father, Darryl Zanuck, at 20th Century Fox.
- Darryl Zanuck fired Richard, partly due to the studio's struggles with the film Dr. Doolittle, after which the pair found success with The Sting.