The Bottom Line
The thrill of seeing real sharks has to substitute for plot, character, and real drama.
Pros
- Chris Kentis and Laura Lau's independently produced debut features real sharks
- Documentary freel enhances the scariness
Cons
- Handheld camera and low-end production values
- Not much of a plot
Description
- USA, 2004. 79 mins.
- Commentary by cast, director and producer.
- Interviews with cast and crew.
- Behind the scenes making of documentary.
- 'On the High Seas' documentary.
- Deleted scenes.
- Shark and diving safety facts.
Guide Review - Open Water DVD
A couple of years ago, a spooky little movie, shot on location with handheld cameras and unknown actors for hardly any money at all, became a high-grossing independent sensation,riding on intense wave of hype. If you substitute the Pennsylvania woods with the Caribbean and sharks for an unseen murderer, the "Blair Witch" formula becomes "Open Water."
