Dinoshark

Trace is a former seafaring captain who returns to Puerto Vallarta seeking fortune after a checkered past. He’s quick-witted and impulsive, often bending rules in the heat of the moment. His knowledge of boats and the sea makes him a crucial player as the dinoshark terror unfolds, and he forms a shaky alliance with Carol.

Carol is a Princeton-educated biologist and the resort’s social director. She’s pragmatic, resourceful, and drives the plan to study and stop the creature while looking out for others. Her leadership steadies Trace and the group as danger escalates.

Rita is a diver linked to the local social circle and a figure from Trace’s past. She embodies the peril of the sea as the dinoshark claims her life, underscoring the stakes of exploration and risk in the waters.

Dr. Reeves is a scientist who studies ancient carnivorous species and analyzes a beacon to identify the shark’s genetic profile. He provides the technical framing for understanding the threat and the potential weaknesses to exploit.

Calderón is the local authority overseeing security and rescue operations. He’s cautious, stern, and quick to suspect Trace, reflecting the tension between local governance and outsiders during a crisis.

Victor is a friend of Trace who introduces him to locals and gossip around the resort. He serves as a bridge to the social circle Trace navigates after returning home.

Jade is a young rower and member of the group that people pool together for activities. She represents the everyday people who become part of the danger and the effort to escape or survive.

Luis is the barman who helps keep the community together amid chaos. He’s practical, loyal, and provides street-level insight as the situation unfolds.

Eddie is a young boy who witnesses the danger up close as the creature terrorizes tourists and property. His survival instincts and curiosity add emotional weight to the crisis.

Eddie’s father is a family man whose world shifts when the shark attack threatens his loved ones. He embodies civilian resilience and the impact of danger on ordinary families.

Eddie’s mother is a caring figure who navigates the crisis while keeping her family safe. She supports quick decisions under pressure and shows the human costs of the ordeal.

Lois is a resort guest who meets a tragic end when the dinoshark drags her into the water. Her fate underscores the indiscriminate danger the creature poses to visitors.

Stacy is a TV news anchor who breaks the news on disappearances and the monster. Her reporting frames public perception and heightens the urgency of the search.

Mike is a member of the local MSAR team involved in rescue and, at times, conflict with Trace over procedures. He embodies the clash between professional protocols and personal action during a crisis.