BootDigest Such a frustrating disappointment

Exoticalot People are voting emotionally.

Deanna There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

Raymond Sierra The film may be flawed, but its message is not.

y-36857 Everything about this movie is perfect. The directing by Steven Spielberg is phenomenal. The acting is incredible and the score by John Williams is nothing less than legendary. I have seen this movie at least 30 times and it never gets old. Every scene has a purpose and the film keeps building up and up with terror and suspense. Everything that is great about film can be seen in Jaws. Definitely my favorite movie of all time.

kyleinnabi EXTREMELY ENTERTAINING , ARGUABLY STEVEN SPIELBERG'S BEST WORK

parkerrodney I remember very clearly seeing the movie Jaws when it was released in the summer of 1975. I was 15 years of age and had read the book and gave a verbal report on it in the 10th grade. Having seen the movie dozens of times since, as it is permanently recorded on my DVR, it is hard to be critical of a movie and performances that I love, but in the case of Jaws, because we love it so, we must accept so of its shortfalls, and give significant deference to Peter Benchley's book Jaws, which is an entirely different animal. So, I struggle with whether it is fair to review of movie juxtaposition to the book. Moreover, I question the fairness of reviewing movies some 40 some odd years later. The answer to that question I believe is a definite yes, because often movie goers who have read the book say that the book is better. Moreover, movies and books reflect sociological issues between and within groups and are studied in colleges and universities in various curriculum. Also, readers and movie goers often look to see how closely the movie follows the book. In the case of Jaws, if you are really into writing, screenplay development, reading books and how social issues get lost in movie translation, I suggest that you first read the book. Study it actually. The clear references to class, economics, politics, race, sex and fear clearly were intentional by the writer, who knows the purpose of his metaphors, and yet whose social commentary does not make it to the big screen with the same passion or clarity. Jaws the movie is great entertainment and absolutely incredible cinematography, acting and directing. However, the movie lacks the social commentary thrust intended by the book. If you really are a fan of this movie, read the book, the cliff notes and other critical analysis of the book. Then you will be a true Jaws fan appreciating the brilliance of both the book and the movie. Books are not just books, and movies are not just movies. Both frequently contain messages and commentary. Movies that water down books by omitting, softening and re-scripting events may still be good, but a significant message gets lost, and can only lead to inaccurate reviews and assessments.

flamesreborn This film is a masterclass in how to shoot, edit, score, write, act, and direct a thriller. The characters are endearing, the comedy hits on all notes, the tension is carefully built up, the movie is tightly edited (unlike Close Encounters, which could have been saved by this film's editing choices), and the soundtrack is perfection. All the stars aligned on this one. The Quint monologue is still bone-chilling. The father-son mimic moment is still sweet. And even though the film is terrifying at times, there's an optimistic and bouncy joy to it. Many call Jaws a horror film, and while the first half of the movie certainly uses many horror film tactics, the second half is a pure seafaring adventure film, and actually feels even more captivating than the build-up. This is a near perfect film, and is absolutely one of Spielberg's all-time greats. Gets better every viewing.