After the phenomenal success of Jaws, other filmmakers smelled the blood in the water, making horror movies that essentially rip off the original film. So this week, John and I take a look at some of our favorite Jaws rip-offs! There's more sharks, killer whales, alligators & crocodiles, piranha, and even a grizzly bear! Plus we discuss how these films drew inspiration from historical events, cryptozoology, Forteana, and urban legends, like the shark attacks in Matawan Creek, New Jersey, and the alligators in the sewers of New York City! Are these rip-offs? Homages? Or simply inspired by Jaws? Let us know what you think in the comments!
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Timestamps:
3:59 -Jaws and it's Themes, Inspirations, and History
10:51 - Orca: The Killer Whale
21:47 - Jaws 2
33:03 - Piranha
42:00 - Alligator
49:55 - Lake Placid
1:00:09 - Grizzly
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