Maneater
Thrilling hunt of a man-eating beast
About Maneater
Released: 2022
Platform: Hulu
Rating: R
Run time: 2h 55m
Cast
Nicky Whelan, Trace Adkins, Shane West, Jeff Fahey, Branscombe Richmond
About Maneater
"Maneater" (2022) is a pulse-pounding thriller that brings audiences face-to-face with one of nature's most terrifying creatures. The film follows Jessie, a young woman vacationing with friends on an idyllic island, only to have their vacation turn into a gruesome nightmare when they become the targets of an unrelenting great white shark. In a desperate bid to survive, Jessie teams up with a rugged sea captain, formulating a daring plan to outmanoeuvre the vicious maneater before it strikes again. With its hard-hitting action, relentless suspense, and grim outlook, “Maneater” fits right into its R rating.
Making / Production
The production presented various challenges including shooting at sea locations and handling live-action sequences involving the great white shark. The team used a blend of practical and digital effects to create the menacing shark, striking a careful balance between real-world believability and cinematic suspense.
Actors
- Actor 1: Plays Jessie, a resilient survivor who faces off against the shark. Displays a compelling range of emotions, from joy and camaraderie to sheer terror and unyielding determination.
- Actor 2: Plays the sea captain, an initially gruff character who forms an unexpected bond with Jessie. His harrowing performance heightens the tension and uncertainty in their dire situation.
- Actor 3: Plays one of Jessie’s friends, who is tragically targeted by the shark. Their performance contributes to the movie's chilling atmosphere and tragic undertones.
Trivia / Interesting Facts about it
- Fact 1: The lead actress did her own stunts during some of the film's most intense sequences.
- Fact 2: The film crew used several drones to capture extensive aerial shots of the picturesque island.
- Fact 3: The full-scale shark model used in the film weighed over 500 pounds.
Quotes
- "We're not just fighting a shark, we're fighting for our lives."
- "Once it tastes blood, there's no stopping it. It's a maneater."
Music, Soundtrack
- Track 1: An eerie track that perfectly captures the white-knuckle suspense.
- Track 2: A heroic theme that accompanies Jessie's journey from terror to determination.
- Track 3: A haunting tune that underscores the tragic loss of Jessie's friends.
About Maneater
Maneater is a gripping horror film where a group of friends become the hunted as they encounter a predatory beast.