Shark Frenzy: Hollywood's Desperation or a Cultural Imperative? The recent proliferation of shark movies is both a symptom and a reflection of our times.
We live in an era where spectacle trumps substance, and the tried and true formula of combining bloodthirsty predators with human protagonists has become a reliable cash cow for studios.
This year's releases include The Devil's Mouth and Above & Below , joining a crowded field that includes The Bay , Chum , and Deep Water .