Homonym: JAWS (Shark)
"JAWS" is a 1975 thriller film directed by Steven Spielberg. It is based on the novel by Peter Benchley and tells the story of a great white shark that terrorizes a small beach town called Amity Island. The film follows police chief Martin Brody, marine biologist Matt Hooper, and professional shark hunter Quint as they attempt to capture the deadly creature.
The film is notable for its suspenseful music score, composed by John Williams, which has become iconic in cinema history. "JAWS" was a major box office success and is often credited with creating the summer blockbuster trend, influencing many future films in the horror and adventure genres.