Farewell and adieu you ladies of Spain

Rating: 10/10 (6 December 2006)

I remember seeing Jaws in the summer of 1975,I thought it was amazing then and 31 years on it's still as just as good. Every time I see this film is like seeing it for the first time again.I don't know how many times I've seen Jaws,but,I'm guessing it must be in excess of 20 and I never seem to tire of it. This is one of the only film's I have ever watched were you know what's going to happen next and you don't want to fast forward or skip to the next scene.
Dreyfuss,Shaw and Scheider are brilliant together. The film is witty & frightening, with a perfect balance struck between these two elements throughout. A case in point is Robert Shaws recounting of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis and the shark attacks on the survivors which is immediately followed by the trio singing a jovial version of "Show me the way to go home". Robert Shaws performance as a "on the edge" character is truly memorable and his rendition of "Ladies of Spain" (I don't know the real name of the song, so this description will have to do)sticks in your head for days after the film.
Finally,The movies score is terrific and atmospheric and keeps you on the edge of your seat during the attack scenes.A classic movie score that will live forever.
One of my all time favorites,so 10/10 for Jaws (the original), Brilliant.