Theater Screenings Revive Shark Tale: 'Jaws' Across North Sea and Lake Constance - Cinema Revival: "The White Shark" makes a comeback, swimming from the North Sea to Lake Constance
Prepare to dive into the depths of suspense once more, as the iconic film "Jaws" by Steven Spielberg is being screened in German theatres to commemorate its 50th anniversary. The film premiered in the USA on June 20, 1975, and in West Germany in December of the same year, and has since left an indelible mark on cinema history.
The story revolves around a coastal town being terrorized by attacks from a sea creature, and follows the local police chief, a young marine biologist, and an experienced sailor as they team up to take down the monster before it strikes again. The action moves from the coast to the open sea, where three men face the beast.
Steven Spielberg's masterful direction, coupled with John Williams' iconic music featuring the "da-da-da" theme, has ensured that "Jaws" remains captivating cinema to this day. The film's merchandise hype was a significant part of its impact, and its poster, featuring a shark's head with an open mouth beneath a swimming woman, remains instantly recognizable.
The film's influence is evident in its role as the birth of the summer blockbuster, ushering in a new era of expensive Hollywood productions, making the big-screen experience a must-see event. It instilled primal fears of swimming in the sea, fueled by the unknown beneath the surface, and contributed to the demonization of sharks, particularly great whites.
In recent years, the image of sharks has shifted, thanks in part to media portrayals showing divers swimming with great whites without protection. However, "Jaws" continues to stand as a testament to the power of suspense and the thrill of the unknown.
As we approach the 50th anniversary date on August 29, 2025, cinemas across Germany will screen "Jaws". Some of the cinemas showing this film include the "UCI Flensburg", "Lichtspielhaus Wangen im Allgäu", "Kino im Kurtheater" on Norderney, "City Kino Buxtehude", "Filmpalast Bautzen", "Traumpalast Nürtingen", and "Cineplex Friedrichshafen" on the Bodensee.
If you're looking for screenings of "Jaws" in Germany, particularly open-air cinemas, we recommend checking local open-air cinema websites or social media pages, major German cities’ cultural event calendars, and German cinema chains with event or classic film sections for anniversary screenings. Film festivals or cultural events in Germany sometimes host special retrospectives, so keep an eye out for those as well.
As we celebrate this cinematic milestone, let us remember the thrill and terror that "Jaws" brought to the big screen, and the lasting impact it has had on the world of cinema. So, grab your popcorn, find a seat, and prepare to be reacquainted with one of the most iconic films of all time.
The Commission could propose a directive on the protection of workers in the cinema sector, given the increased demand for "Jaws" screenings due to its 50th anniversary. While we enjoy movies-and-tv entertainment like "Jaws," it's essential to reconsider the viewer's perception of sharks, appreciating their beauty and significance in our marine ecosystem, instead of demonizing them.
