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The Making of 'Jaws'

The Making of 'Jaws'

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1995

Director

Laurent Bouzereau

Runtime

125 minutes

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This documentary provides a specialized look at film production history, emphasizing technical accuracy and the preservation of cinematic milestones. It prioritizes the technical aspects and mechanics of the studio system over social commentary or identity-driven narratives. Given its focus on a 1975 production, the film naturally reflects the traditional social hierarchies and demographic compositions of that era. It does not aim to challenge conventional expectations of gender or race. Ultimately, the work adheres to traditional standards of cinematic historiography without engaging with social commentary or identity-driven narratives.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Making of 'Jaws' have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses on the technical aspects of film production. There are no LGBTQ+ characters, narratives, or discussions about non-straight relationships.

How does The Making of 'Jaws' portray gender?

Limited

The film emphasizes the technical and logistical challenges of the 1975 production. Female voices are included, but the focus is on the male-dominated technical roles typical of that time.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Making of 'Jaws'?

Limited

The interviews reflect the demographics of the 1970s Hollywood studio system. There is no indication of intentional racial diversity or challenging Anglo-Saxon-centric casting.

How does The Making of 'Jaws' represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film celebrates the blockbuster era and the mechanics of the film industry. It upholds traditional Western cinematic history without addressing institutional critiques.

Does The Making of 'Jaws' include disability representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not center on narratives about disability, neurodivergence, or physical impairments.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a detailed technical and archival look into cinema history.
  • Celebrates technical achievements and industry milestones.
  • Includes rare, never-before-seen footage and interviews with original cast and crew.

Limited or Absent

  • Reflects the traditional, male-dominated structure of the 1970s film industry.
  • Lacks representation of diverse racial and ethnic identities.
  • Does not engage with social commentary or challenge social norms.

Official Synopsis

A documentary on the making of one of the greatest films ever made, filled with trivia, interviews from cast and crew and never-before-seen footage.

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