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  1. Great White sharks do inhabit off the coast of Massachusetts.
    The idea of a Great White shark being found in the waters off of the east coast near Massachusetts is not far fetched at all.  Great Whites are often found off of the coast of Cape Cod, not far from the filming location of Jaws at the island of Martha’s Vineyard.  However they are not there for those enjoying the waves, they are there for the increased seal population.  What people don’t realize is Great Whites are not the only species of shark that live in the Atlantic waters off the coast.  These waters are also home to blues, makos, and blacktips.
  2. Humans cannot out swim sharks.

    In Deep Blue Sea it is stated humans cannot out swim sharks, especially the bigger breeds.  This is absolutely true.  Even the fastest human swimmer can only swim up to five miles per hour without assistance from fins or gadgets, while a shark can swim 22-46 miles per hour.  Bot to mention they can quickly burst after prey.  They only chance you have of out swimming a shark is if the shark doesn’t want to catch you.
  3. Most shark attacks do occur in 5 feet of water or less.

    In Jaws Brody asks Hooper “Is it true most shark attacks occur in less than three feet of water?” and Hooper confirms it is indeed true.  This is the truth in real life.  Most shark attacks on people occur where the most concentration of people are, which is in the shallows.  It’s a numbers game, the more humans gathered in one area creating behaviors that resemble a shark’s prey will increase the chance of someone being attacked.
  4. Sharks can smell blood in water.

    In Deep Blue Sea actress Saffron Burrows distracts a shark by cutting her hand and wafting the blood in the water to attract the shark by luring it with the scent in the water.  Sharks have a very sensitive olfactory system and can indeed smell blood in water, but detecting one drop of blood in the entire ocean is a gross exaggeration.  However, they can detect small amounts of blood in the ocean up to 3 miles away!  This statistic makes Burrow’s live bait distraction very plausible.
  5. Great White Sharks are indeed big.

    Great White sharks are huge, maybe not 25 feet like the shark in Jaws, but still impressively massive.  The largest White recorded in history was captured in 1988 off of the coast of Prince Edward Island measuring just 5 feet short at 20 feet long!  Recently the shark in the picture above was caught on camera in Guadalupe, and is estimated to be over 20 feet long!
  6. White sharks are ambush predators.

    Poor little Alex Kintner never saw the Great White coming in Jaws as he was paddling out into the ocean on his raft.  This is because sharks are ambush predators.  Whites attack from beneath with an upward surge of power and speed, and have uncanny accuracy when grabbing their prey on the water’s surface from bellow.  Even if they don’t catch their prey in their jaws the powerful hit will stun whatever it is they’re aiming for, rendering it weak and easier to catch.  Not only seals and fish are prey to this tactic, but birds swimming on the surface as well!
  7. Watching their prey.

    While sharks ambush their prey, they are also the only species of shark to “spy hop,” which is when they raise their head above the water’s surface to look above the surface.  You may remember one of the most infamous scenes in Jaws where Chief Brody is chumming the water off of the stern of the Orca and the monster of the movie raises his head above the water, making a startling first appearance.  This wasn’t an attack, it was him looking up at the source of the chum and the occupants on the boat he could only see from beneath the water.

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

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The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

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The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

David Dastmalchian in Late Night with the Devil

The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

Rotten Tomatoes score as of 3/28/2024

Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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