The first cinematic blockbuster in history and still the best

Rating: 10/10 (11 May 2000)

There's something about this film that makes it utterly compelling and terrifying, even on the hundredth viewing! This must be due to Spielberg's vision and his aim of perfection for this movie, even under the stress of an escalating budget the and time spent on creating a realistic mechanical shark. The film contains everything that makes a great movie - with incredible performances from the main three stars, a great script, and a storyline that uses its tension and excitement just like a rollercoaster. Ups and downs every five minutes in the suspense make it impossible to turn away for a second, while the film continues to build towards an incredible climax and the final showdown between man and shark. Spielberg knew exactly what he wanted - a thrilling rollercoaster ride that never ends, because, when it's over you just want to go back and see it again! The 25th Anniversary DVD will be huge, but the film deserves a worldwide cinematic re-release as well!