Let's Jaws For a Minute

In this episode, Sarah and MJ discuss the aftermath of the shark's final attack before the adventure on The Orca begins. They talk about Brody's excellent parkour skills, the very American solution presented about how to deal with the shark, Michael Brody's trauma helping Martin realize that he must confront his biggest fear, and offers an idea about how to make the film even better.

In this episode, Sarah and MJ are joined by Sarah Cook to discuss the final shark attack on a (relatively) unknown citizen of Amity. They talk about the way the film ratchets up the gore, the realism of the severed leg, who the victim is, how the horror works best when it goes unexplained, and exactly just what happens between Michael Brody and the shark.

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss the aftermath of the previous scene's montage as well as the way the film does not let the audience catch its breath before showing the shark swimming into the pond. They discuss the masterful pacing and tension captured within the scene, the most 1970's art teacher lady, the brilliance of the one guy who has to ruin it all, and then they take a detour to Washington...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Sam Clements to talk about a truly bizarre section of the film. They discuss the exploitation influence on the montage, the brutal depths at which humanity will go to in the name of self-preservation, and ruminate on what social media apps the shark would use to become a #finfluencer.

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Chandru Ravindran to discuss a fully loaded scene full of tension, timeless cinematic techniques, a potential return of the shark suffering from decision anxiety, and a throwaway line that reveals a lot about Bad Hat Harry.

In this episode, Sarah and MJ analyze the scene where the citizens of Amity work up the courage to brave the waters of the ocean. They also get all soapbox-y about the current state of the world, discuss the uneases associated with the things that are meant to keep us safe, and come up with a great new name for their loyal fanbase. Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the show! Merch! Buy us a coffee t...

In this week's episode, Sarah and MJ take a look at the "calm before the storm" wherein Mayor Vaughn makes his way through the crowd of people and singles out a family to be the first to dip their toes in the water. They discuss the visual and auditory storytelling in the scene, what exactly, Mayor Vaughn mouths to himself (as well as what the look on his face) at the beginning of the scene, and J...

This week, Sarah and MJ talk about the moments before people enter the water at the 4th of July celebration on the beaches of Amity. They discuss the excellent production design of the scene and its ubiquitous use of yellow and umbrellas that look like shark fins as well as Peter Benchley's wonderful cameo as the most 1970's reporter on celluloid this side of Anchorman Follow the show! Follow Sara...

This week Sarah and MJ go deep into the woods of the montage featuring the toursists arriving in Amity for the Fourth of July festivites. They talk about the chaos unfolding at Brody's house, the consequences of Larry's poor decision making, and just what Steven Spielberg wants to convey about America and its citizens through this montage. Also, MJ goofed up so this episode features special guest...

In this episode whose title sounds like an early 2000's emo song, Sarah and MJ take a look at the scene where Hooper attempts to appeal to Larry Vaughn's higher sense of logic and reasoning and it does not go well. They discuss the power dynamics of the scene, Richard Dreyfuss' truly incredible performance, a bit of visual storytelling that brings a lot of things full circle, and take a rabbit tra...

This week, MJ and Sarah are joined by Martin White to talk about the scene in which Hooper and Brody confront Mayor Vaughn for the final time. MJ makes a tenuous Biblical connection, Sarah discovers a connection the Adam West Batman film, and Martin chooses violence. Follow Martin! The Movie Nerd Strikes Back! Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the show! Merch! Buy us a coffee! Theme song "Tiger Shar...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Kim Morrison to talk about the scene where Hooper and Brody find Ben Gardner's mangled boat (and subsequently its captain). They discuss the ominous atmosphere of the scene, the way in which the performers set the tone, one of cinema's best jump scares, and just how Hooper was able to change into his wetsuit so fast. Also, Sarah brings a mind-blowing new-to-ev...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Jakub Flasz to discuss the scene where Hooper and Brody set off to look for the actual shark who killed Alex Kitner. They discuss Roy Scheider's impeccable drunk acting, Hooper's hilarious dismissal of Brody pouring his heart and soul out, the further exploration of class in the scene, and the otherworldly aesthetic of the entire sequence. Follow Jakub! Follow...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by actual shark paleontologist Jack Cooper to discuss the scene where Hooper and Brody head down to the dock and dissect the tiger shark. They discuss how Jack got into shark science, the role JAWS played in his origin story, what the film (and this scene) get right and wrong about sharks, and Hooper's less than ideal shark dissection clothes. Follow Jack! Follow...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Gary Hewitt of the Choose Film podcast to discuss the scene where Hooper's dinner with the Brodys (Brodies?) reaches a point where Martin makes a choice to push back at the mayor on his need to destroy evidence. The team runs the gamut of analysis, discussing everything from health anxiety and foreshadowing for future events to the wonderful editing decisions...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Blaine Grimes to discuss the scene where Hooper checks on Brody after an intense day at the docks. They talk about how the scene is another example of a sneaky Spielberg one-take shot, the brilliant blocking and power dynamics of the scene, Hooper's socially awkward demeanor, and Sarah and Blaine make a connection to a scene later in the film that blows MJ's t...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Martin Carr to talk about the lovely scene Sean and Chief Brody share after Brody is confronted by Mrs. Kitner. They talk about Steven Spielberg and his masterful directing abilities, what the scene means in light of the previous scene, and how everything about it feels like a Pixar movie. Then they spend some time sharing real facts that feel like lies regard...

This week, Sarah and MJ take a look at a very intimate scene between Mrs. Kitner and Brody as she confronts him about the cover-up of Chrissie Watkins' death. They cover the power in Lee Fierro's performance, the importance of her anachronistic funeral attire, and the difference between Brody and Vaughn's reaction to the situation. Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the show! Merch! Buy us a coffee!...

This week, Sarah and MJ fly solo to talk about a scene that features the chump fishermen, Larry Vaughn, and even more excellent face acting from Roy Scheider. They also announce the winner of their latest contest! Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow The Show! Merch! Buy us a coffee! Theme song "Tiger Shark" written and performed by Kristen Falls and available for purchase on Phantom Stranger Records

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Steve Clark of A Show to Shake the Stars and Ben & Steve's Video Store to talk about a scene full of chaos, subterfuge, and the reality shattering realization that a tiger shark is, in fact, a real creature. Also, Sarah brainstorms ideas for Jaws quotes to use in her wedding vows. Follow Steve! Follow the show! Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Buy Merch! Buy us a...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Chris from Easy Riders, Raging Podcast to talk about the scene where Hooper looks over the remains of Chrissie Watkins. They discuss Roy Schedeir's fabulous face acting, the inner monologue of the medical inspector, Hooper's superior podcasting prowess, and his v. smol cup of water. Follow Easy Riders, Raging Podcast! Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the show!...

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss Hooper's introduction proper, what makes the dynamic between the leads work so well, the nature of monster movies and their structure, Hendricks's goofy wave, Roy Scheider's great natural acting, and they come up with an awesome 1960's folk band! Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the show! Merch! Buy us a coffee! Theme song by Kristen Falls and is available for purcch...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Griff from The Paul and Griff Show to talk about the introduction of everyone's favorite snarky shark researcher, Matt Hooper. They talk about their favorite harbormaster, Frank Silva, where the dynamite guy got dynamite, the masterful handling of the tone in the scene, and then MJ sends things off the rails with an insane theory about 30 Rock's Leap Day Willi...

This week, Sarah and MJ are joined by Kyle Davies to talk about a tense scene featuring Charlie, Selectman Denherder (Denholler? Denholder?), and a pot roast. They find even more yellow, discuss the film's excellent sound design, do puns, and find out the answer to the age old question: Do sharks fart? Follow Kyle! Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the Show! Buy some Merch! Buy us a coffee! Theme so...

This week, Sarah and MJ discuss an interstitial scene in the film full of dread, gross shark attack pictures, and pot roast. They also talk about Rosie, the preserved shark, and scientific experiments being conducted by Amity's favorite karate chopping nuisances. Follow Sarah! Follow MJ! Follow the Show! Buy some Merch! Buy us a coffee! Theme song written and performed by Kristen Falls . Available...