Academy Museum features the first ever 'Jaws' exhibition to celebrate its 50th anniversary

In the United States, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles launched an extensive exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic film 'Jaws.' The exhibit is set to run from September 14, 2025, through July 26, 2026, and marks the museum's first exhibition dedicated entirely to a single film. The display features over 200 objects from the renowned movie, including props, scripts, and mechanical sharks from the production, which significantly impacted cinema and audiences' perceptions of sharks. Steven Spielberg, the film's director, attended the event and expressed his pride in the work done at the museum. The showcasing of 'Jaws' aligns with a theatrical re-release of the film, sparking renewed interest and celebration of its enduring legacy. The exhibition offers interactive experiences, behind-the-scenes stories, and a thorough exploration of how the film created a lasting fear of sharks worldwide, showcasing memorabilia such as the original Jaws clapperboard and models of mechanical sharks. The event underscores the historical significance of 'Jaws' not only as a cinematic milestone but also as a cultural phenomenon with lasting effects that continue to resonate in contemporary discussions about sharks.