Jaws 2 (1978) — Screenplay
Police chief Brody fights to safeguard Amity Island when a new great white shark threatens its waters and its people.
- Written by
- Carl Gottlieb, Howard Sackler
- Genre
- Horror, Adventure, Thriller
- Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Length
- 109 pages
This sequel offers a case study in escalating stakes while maintaining character continuity, as Brody’s arc from skeptic to haunted protector deepens. The screenplay’s efficient use of set-pieces and dialogue to build tension—without overexplaining the shark—demonstrates how to sustain suspense across a longer narrative.
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