Shark Night (2011) Review in 2025
Shark Night is a 2011 American horror film about a group of college students who are stalked and killed by sharks while on a lake house vacation.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for young children due to graphic violence and gore.
CineReview Recommendation
Shark Night is a decent horror film, but it's not a must-see. If you're a fan of the genre, you might enjoy it, but it's not worth watching if you're looking for something original.
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The movie starts with a group of college students, including Sara (Sara Paxton), Agnes (Alyssa Diaz), and Nick (Chris Carmack), who are on a lake house vacation. They soon discover that the lake is infested with aggressive sharks, and they must fight for survival. As the body count rises, the group realizes that the sharks are not just ordinary predators, but are being manipulated by a mysterious force. The group must work together to uncover the truth behind the shark attacks and escape the lake alive.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and suspenseful, but it's not particularly original. The plot twists are predictable, and the ending feels rushed.
acting6.00/10
The acting is decent, but it's not memorable. The cast delivers their lines convincingly, but they don't bring much depth to their characters.
characters6.00/10
The characters are likable, but they're not well-developed. The acting is decent, but it's not memorable.
direction7.00/10
The direction is solid, but it's not exceptional. The pacing is well-balanced, but the camera work is sometimes shaky.
cinematography6.00/10
The cinematography is decent, but it's not particularly impressive. The lake house setting is beautiful, but the shark attacks are sometimes hard to believe.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The movie has a suspenseful atmosphere, and the shark attacks are sometimes intense. The cast is likable, and the lake house setting is beautiful.
Cons
The story is predictable, and the characters are not well-developed. The acting is decent, but it's not memorable.
Notable Quotes
"'Get out of the water!'"
