Which death disturbed you the most?
I saw JAWS on its initial run back in the summer of 1975. I was only ten, but it was an event to remember. Seeing JAWS now, all these years later, is a very different experience, but still powerful - and disturbing.
Here’s the question: Which one of the on-screen deaths disturbed you the most? I have two answers, as one is seen through a child’s eyes, and the other through adult eyes.
Most disturbing death as a kid: Alex Kintner. Alex and I were the same age, same dark hair, same skinny build, and we both liked being in the water. I could completely feel his fear and pain as he was attacked. (As an adult I can relate to his mother calling out for her child.)
Most disturbing death as an adult: The estuary victim. There’s something so random, so quick, so visceral about this attack. Hearing that man’s terrified screams as he realizes what’s happening is not only horrific, but heartbreaking.
It’s not shown on-screen, but I’d wager if there was a shot of Pipit being pulled under many people would say it’s the most disturbing.