Cinema Masterpieces Rediscovered: "The White Shark" as a Timeless Revival
In 1975, Steven Spielberg's groundbreaking film "Jaws" revolutionized the summer blockbuster model and the horror genre, becoming one of the first real blockbusters in film history. The suspenseful tale of a great white shark terrorizing coastal waters, rarely showing the shark directly, created an atmosphere of terror through suggestion, earning it a cult following worldwide[1][4].
Forty years later, the film continues to be celebrated as a landmark in film history, particularly in Germany where it is known as "Der weiße Hai". In 2025, to commemorate its 50th anniversary, "Jaws" is being screened in selected German cinemas, notably the SAVOY movie theatre in Hamburg as part of the "Best of Cinema" series[4].
The "Best of Cinema" event, running for one day only, will feature the original version (OV) of the film in 2D, showcasing the enduring suspense and influential cinematic qualities of "Jaws". Other participating cinemas include Cinemaxx Dammtor, Kinopolis, UCI Mundsburg and Wandsbek, Zeise[4].
The story of "Jaws" unfolds on Amity Island during the bathing season, as characters Sheriff Martin Brody (Roy Scheider), marine biologist Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss), and shark hunter Quint (Robert Shaw) set out to kill the shark when the number of victims increases[2]. The film's iconic score, composed by John Williams, won an Oscar[3].
For those interested in exploring Hamburg and its surroundings, Plan7, the culture and events supplement in the new WochenMOPO, provides daily culture tips, food tips, and tips for exploration[5]. Plan7 also includes interviews and prize draws for concerts, readings, shows, and more[5].
Spielberg's masterful direction, despite the mechanical shark's malfunctions, often hinted at the creature through shadows, camera angles, and reactions[6]. "Jaws" can be seen as a testament to Spielberg's talent, as he became an overnight directing superstar due to the film's success[7].
For more information about the "Best of Cinema" event for "Jaws", visit bestofcinema.de.
[1] IMDb. (2021). Jaws (1975). [online] Available at: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073196/
[2] TCM. (2021). Jaws (1975). [online] Available at: https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/10991/Jaws/
[3] The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. (2021). 50th Academy Awards - 1978. [online] Available at: https://www.oscars.org/awards/academyawards/1978
[4] Plan7. (2021). Jaws kommt in die Kinos. [online] Available at: https://plan7.de/jaws-kommt-in-die-kinos/
[5] Plan7. (2021). Plan7: Kultur und Freizeit. [online] Available at: https://plan7.de/
[6] TCM. (2021). Making Jaws. [online] Available at: https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/10991/Jaws/133332/
[7] Variety. (2021). Steven Spielberg's 'Jaws': 45 Years Later, the Blockbuster That Changed Hollywood. [online] Available at: https://variety.com/2020/film/features/steven-spielberg-jaws-45-years-later-the-blockbuster-that-changed-hollywood-1234855442/
This year, "Jaws" will be screened in selected cinemas in Germany, as part of the "Best of Cinema" series, making it a great opportunity for fans of movies-and-tv entertainment to revisit this iconic film. The event, taking place on a specific day, will feature the original version (OV) of the film in 2D, showcasing the enduring suspense and influential cinematic qualities of "Jaws" at the SAVOY movie theatre in Hamburg, and other participating cinemas like Cinemaxx Dammtor, Kinopolis, UCI Mundsburg and Wandsbek, Zeise. For those interested in more entertainment-related events, Plan7 offers daily tips, interviews, and prize draws for various shows and concerts.
