In Spielberg's break through film Jaws, a small island town named Amity is plagued by fear of a great white shark that threatens the lively hood of the towns economic welfare and its citizens. A motley crew of three men including the towns newest police chief, a marine scientist, and a disgruntled town fisherman set out to tame the beast.
The combination of the characters of these three men, paired with the small town feel, and an aquatic setting provide for a perfect scene to tell a great story. The music really played a huge role in the feel of suspense and action in the film. Throughout the film suspense builds through the limited showing of the monster as well as the dramatic camera angles and musical scores.
There were also many instances where the camera angle or movement added to the feel of the film. In one scene, when police chief Brody was sitting on the beach, the shark began to show itself in the water and the suspense grew dramatically. Spielberg used Hitchcock's "Vertigo Effect" to dolly out and zoom in to create action in the shot. Spielberg did an exceptional job in demanding audience attention through suspense and humor, especially in a film that ran 124 minutes. This film will remain a timeless classic thanks to the great storyline, powerful production elements, and its ability to captivate and audience through suspense.
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