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Sharkwater

2006 · Movie · PG · 89 min · ★ 7.6 · 69% critics

Documentary

Driven by a lifelong fascination with sharks, Rob Stewart challenges old stereotypes and media portrayals of sharks as monsters. The film shows sharks as essential to the evolution of the seas, emphasizing their real role in ocean life.

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Details
Years
2006
Release date
2006-09-11
Language
English
Rated
PG
Runtime
89 min
Critic score
69/100
TMDB rating
7.6/10 (65 votes)
About

If you enjoy marine-focused documentaries that challenge misconceptions, Sharkwater may be for you; Not for you if you prefer fictional thrillers or want a narrative plot like Deep Blue or The Deepest Breath.

Pros: enlightening animal perspective; passionate storytelling; ocean-focused scope | Cons: niche subject matter; relies on documentary tone

Themes

  • underwater
  • shark

Awards & recognition

  • Genesis Award

Cast & crew

Directed by Rob Stewart