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THE FISH THAT SMACKED OF EVIL: A Short History of Sharksploitation.

Authors :
MOYLE, JOHN W.
Source :
Arena Quarterly; Spring2024, Issue 19, p73-77, 5p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on the evolution and characteristics of the sharksploitation genre, which has transformed the shark from a natural predator into a multifaceted monster, appearing in a variety of outlandish and horror-infused scenarios. It traces the genre's origins from the classic Jaws, exploring how the shark has been portrayed as everything from a zombie and extraterrestrial being to a reanimated creature, reflecting a blend of horror and comedy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
26524775
Issue :
19
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Arena Quarterly
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
180792504