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Steven Spielberg 'Collapsed' on Jaws Set - Shaking and Gasping for Air

  • Steven Spielberg directed the film Jaws, which debuted on June 20, 1975, in New York City during the start of the summer movie season.
  • Spielberg faced major setbacks including a malfunctioning mechanical shark, over 100 days behind schedule, and a budget that doubled to $8–9 million.
  • During production, Spielberg endured immense pressure and trauma, experiencing a panic attack upon wrap and persistent nightmares for years afterward.
  • Jaws became a box office and cultural phenomenon, earning $260.7 million initially, pioneering summer blockbusters and reshaping film marketing and merchandising strategies.
  • The film launched Spielberg's career but nearly broke him personally, with him calling the making of Jaws a seminal experience even fifty years later.
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Entertainment Weekly broke the news in United States on Friday, June 20, 2025.
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