Let's Jaws For a Minute

In the first proper episode of 2022, Sarah and MJ are joined by Tim Hopkin (in a recording session that took place on his birthday!) to discuss the small montage scene where our three heroes chase down the shark to shoot new barrels into its back. They talk about the reuse of footage, the modes of montage in Soviet film theory, and the perils of Quint removing his tooth on the pulpit of The Orca a...

In this very special episode(tm) of LJFAM, MJ sits down with AJ Gregory, the lead singer of the Northern California based sludge metal band Squalus, to talk about what it's like being in a band whose songs center around one central theme: JAWS!

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Tom Butler to talk about the scene where Quint destroys The Orca's communication device with a baseball bat. They discuss the symbolism of the radio and the bat, the graceful movements of Robert Shaw, an incredible line delivery from Richard Dreyfuss and the Hitchcock influence that permeates the beginning of the scene

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the scene in which Hooper and Quint are fixing the boat following the damage the shark caused in the middle of the night. They talk about Brody's increased confidence, the convincing nature of the shark effects, why people who try to copy Spielberg just can't compete, and go very, very deep into a reading of JAWS as an allegory for the Vietnam war.

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the aftermath of the blackout on the Orca. They talk at length about Quint, PTSD, and the reading of JAWS as a revenge movie, as well as how Brody reacts to the chaos by retreating into fear and the (in)famous Spielberg trademark of shooting stars.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Megan Doe. They talk about the scene following the shark ramming the boat and the moment where he "eats the light." They discuss Hooper's athletic prowess, Quint's penchant for hoarding, Brody's ability to overcome his fear, and the group dynamics that led them to this moment of performing. Also, they talk about the logistics of the shark ramming the boat repe...

This week Sarah and MJ are joined by Blake Collier to talk about the iconic "Show Me the Way to Go Home" scene. They discuss the power of the moment following the Indianapolis speech, what it means for the camraderie of the men, how Quint gets to start but not finish a healing journey, and there is also lots and lots of chaos as well as the discovery of your new favorite band.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Shaurya Chawla to round out the Indianapolis speech proper. They talk about the way the speech builds to a graphic finale, what it means for the group, the power of art to stay in your brain. Also, it gets a little heavy in the middle, but there's still plenty of chaos to be had.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Sarah's husband, Martin BUDDERY to continue Indianapolis Month! They talk about their wedding (in lieu of the JAWS question) and then segue into the second section of the monologue and runt he gamut talking about everything from a JAWS prequel to the iconic "doll's eyes" line.

Indianapolis Month begins as Sarah and MJ are joined by Rachel Pearson to talk about the beginning of the most famous movie monologue of all time. They talk about the sign of respect Quint shows his fallen brothers, what the costuming and lighting mean for the characters, how this moment changes the group dynamic, and whether or not Quint's missing tooth is still missing.

Today is a milestone episode for LJFAM as it is the last episode we recorded before Sarah got married AND it is the last episode before we start Indianapolis Month here on the show. In this scene, Quint and Brody finish comparing scars and Quint takes a somber tone when Brody asks about his tattoo. Sarah and MJ try to solve The Mystery of Quint's Unbuttoned Pants, find one of Hooper's coping mecha...

This week, MJ and Sarah discuss the scene in which Quint and Hooper compare scars and eventually find common ground. They talk about how fans cherish props from films, the excellent lighting and blocking of the scene, some religious undertones that they have not previously considered, develop a theory about Brody's scar, and then things take a turn for the weird when they tease a question about ne...

This week, Sarah and MJ talk about an expansive scene that features many great shots, and what is arguably most fan's favorite shot (including MJ's) in the whole film. They talk about Brody finally being tasked with something meaningful, the geography and energy of the scene, and the incredibly editing that keeps things exciting without being confusing. Also, they profess their love for a recent f...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Katie Doe to talk about the scene where Quint prepares for battle, Brody acts scared and confused, and Hooper attempts to get his own "shot" of the shark. Katie hails from New England and brings some local trivia to the table, they talk about how funny the scene is, and secrets abound!

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Rob Daniel to talk about the scene where shark big. They also discuss the mythic nature of Brody as a hero as well as the mythic nature of the (big) shark. There's talk about Spielberg pulling off genre defining films in two different generations; one where shark big and the other where dino big, and tradition of Universal monster movies that influenced Spielb...

This week, we celebrate one year of LJFAM with a super-sized episode! Sarah and MJ are joined by their first returning guest, Harley Mumford to discuss the scene which features the most iconic line in not only the film, but arguably all of cinema history. They also talk about the three men and their separate roles in this scene, how Brody has progressed through his sailing anxiety, variations on t...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Callum Jackson to talk about the finale and aftermath of the crew's first encounter with the shark (or is it?) at the end of the fishing line. They discuss the slapstick elements of the scene, the parent/child dynamics at play between the trio, Hooper's best line in the film, and Quint's fish-jabbing strategies. Also, Callum asks some questions of the hosts th...

This week, Sarah and MJ are flying solo as they talk about the back half of the scene where the shark(?) is at the end of Quint's reel. They go deep on the group dynamics at play in the scene, why Hooper is fading into the background a bit, a little more of the spicy conversation from the end of episode 48, and discuss their hot takes about the Indiana Jones franchise.

This week, MJ and Sarah are joined by Cameron Harrison to discuss the scene in which Brody learns how to tie a knot and Quint's first showdown with the shark begins. They talk about seeing the film on the big screen in these unprecedented times, speculate about what Hooper is doing with a SCUBA regulator and a magazine with a parrot, and what Quint is munching on before he faces down with the shar...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Nick Mear to talk about the first scene on the open ocean. Brody's cabin boy duties, Hooper's fancy fish-lo-k-tor device, how at home Quint feels on the open ocean, and the excellent foreshadowing all frame a conversation about the can crush showdown between Quint and Hooper, featuring a history lesson about 'Gansett beer and the birth of the #CrushItLikeQuint...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Cordelia Keston to talk about the scene where Ellen sends Brody off on the Orca with Quint and Hooper, as well as one of the most well known shots in the film, the Orca framed in the jaw bones of a shark Quint has killed in a past excursion. This super-sized episode runs the gamut of fashion icon Ellen Brody, the crass (but very funny) lines Quint is screaming...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Darren Wadsworth to discuss the scene where Quint and Hooper load their gear on the boat. They talk about how the blocking of the scene underscores the themes of the film and produces some excellent foreshadowing, the difference in the list of gear the two men bring, what it would be like if there was a sea shanty battle, and make a shocking discovery about th...

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the second half of the scene in Quint's shack. They find perfect symmetry in the scene, talk about the power dynamics between the trio, how the blocking of the scene flips the traditional cinematic power stances on their head, Quint's predator/prey dynamic with Hooper, and MJ has a major revelation about the line "Along comes Mr. Whitey..."

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the first scene where the three main characters meet for the first time. They talk about the wonderful set design in Quint's shack, the appeal of a character like Quint, how the film begins to explore its different masculinities, and the perils of making moonshine and boiling shark bones in close proximity to each other.

Sarah and MJ are back and recording from new locations! This week, they talk about the scene in the hospital where Brody and Ellen accept Amity as their home, Brody's turn into the hero of the film, and Larry's final scene in the film and interaction with Brody.