Great White

Great White

Year: 2021

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Martin Wilson

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A tranquil seaplane ride descends into chaos when five unsuspecting tourists find themselves marooned in the vast ocean. As their supplies dwindle and panic sets in, they must confront a more sinister threat: the lurking menace of the deep, which imperils their very survival with each passing moment.

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Timeline – Great White (2021)
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1

Setting Off to Hell's Reef

Kaz Fellows and her partner Charlie Brody embark on a seaplane adventure to the picturesque Hell's Reef. Accompanied by their passengers Joji Minase, his wife Michelle, and their cook Benny, the group is in high spirits as they set off into the azure skies.

Morning Hell's Reef
2

Discovery of the Body

During their flight, the group stumbles upon a lifeless body in the water, a victim of what appears to be a shark attack. This shocking discovery shakes them to their core, prompting them to alert the coast guard while they wrestle with the unsettling circumstances.

3

The Phone Revelation

Upon examining the deceased man's possessions, they find a picture of his girlfriend on his phone. This revelation instills a sense of urgency and concern within the group, igniting Benny and Charlie's desire to find the woman who may still be alive.

4

The Search for the Yacht

Overcoming Joji’s protests, Kaz decides to pilot the seaplane towards the yacht that the couple had been on. Their determination leads them to the capsized vessel, amplifying their fears and anxieties about what they might find.

5

A Grim Discovery

Benny dives into the water to investigate the overturned yacht, where he makes the grisly discovery of the girlfriend's corpse. This harrowing moment sends shockwaves through the group, forcing them to confront the reality of the situation.

Damaged Yacht
6

Ambushed by the Shark

As they hastily retreat to the seaplane, the group is suddenly ambushed by a ferocious great white shark. Their plan to escape quickly unravels as they realize they are in the middle of a deadly struggle for survival.

7

Adrift in the Ocean

Finding themselves adrift on a life raft with their seaplane sinking, the group is gripped by despair. Kaz, Charlie, Michelle, Joji, and Benny must band together to navigate the unforgiving sea with limited supplies.

8

The Loss of an Oar

As exhaustion sets in, Michelle unintentionally drops one of the crucial oars while dozing off. In a risky decision, Kaz jumps into the water to retrieve it, highlighting the rising tensions among the group.

9

Tragedy Strikes

Jealousy flares between Benny and Joji, leading to a tragic confrontation that culminates in Benny being killed by the great white shark. With their numbers dwindling, the group's panic intensifies.

10

Desperate Measures

With their life raft compromised and sharks circling, Kaz, Michelle, and Charlie must use their bare hands to paddle towards safety. As they struggle, Kaz is thrown overboard but miraculously manages to return safely to the raft.

Next Day
11

A Flicker of Hope

The following day brings both hope and dread as the group spots land but realizes their raft is rapidly losing air. Faced with the impending threat of sinking, they devise a desperate strategy to distract the sharks.

Daylight
12

Kaz's Brave Stand

In a fierce act of bravery, Kaz, who is pregnant, strikes a shark with a flare, providing a momentary distraction while Charlie fights to kill the creature with a knife. Their bold actions emphasize their determination to survive.

13

Charlie's Final Struggle

As Charlie reloads another flare to fend off the remaining shark, tragedy strikes when he is fatally attacked. This loss leaves Kaz and Michelle to navigate their perilous situation under immense stress and fear.

14

Rebirth and Resilience

In a climactic moment, Kaz becomes trapped in wreckage with a shark lunging at her. Just as she is about to lose consciousness, Michelle performs mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, reviving her to continue their fight for survival.

15

Escape to Shore

With a surge of adrenaline, Kaz manages to repel the shark by dislodging debris that kills it. Ultimately, Kaz and Michelle swim to shore, reflecting silently on their survival and the harrowing journey they've endured together.

Shore

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 17:52

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