Shark Bait

Shark Bait

Year: 2006

Runtime: 77 mins

Language: English

Directors: Kyung Ho Lee, Howard E. Baker

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After losing everything, young fish Pi relocates to the Reef to live with his family. There he falls for a beautiful companion, only to discover she is already the object of a menacing bully shark's unwanted attention. Determined, Pi embraces his destiny, battling the shark to protect his love and restore peace to the Reef.

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Timeline & Setting – Shark Bait (2006)

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Location

Boston harbor, Caribbean reef, Flat Bottom, abandoned shipwreck

The film opens in a polluted Boston harbor where Pi lives with his parents. After their capture, Pi is relocated to a vibrant Caribbean reef, resplendent with coral and marine life but edged by danger. Key locations include Pearl's home on the reef, Nerissa's shipwrecked lair, and the forbidden Flat Bottom area outside the wildlife sanctuary, connected by currents and sea life routes.

🌊 Ocean 🏙️ City 🐟 Reef ♻️ Pollution

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Main Characters – Shark Bait (2006)

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Pi (Freddie Prinze Jr.)

A curious, brave young fish who endures loss and acts with determination to protect his friends. He grows from impulsive reactions into a strategic fighter who seeks to rescue Cordelia and uphold his sense of destiny on the reef.

🧭 Brave 🧠 Strategist 💪 Determined

Cordelia (Evan Rachel Wood)

Pi's love interest who embodies grace and courage. She communicates through action and guides Pi with insight about the dangers of Troy, while remaining committed to a future beyond the reef.

💘 Romantic 🗣️ Communicator 🕊️ Hopeful

Troy (Donal Logue)

The aggressive predator who seeks Cordelia, using power and intimidation to control the reef. His abuse drives Pi to challenge the status quo and seek justice, revealing the dangers of unchecked authority.

💢 Aggressive 🐊 Predator 🧨 Threatening

Nerissa (Rob Schneider)

A legendary turtle who trains Pi in the ways of the ocean. He guards an ancient pearl and embodies mentorship, balancing skepticism with a willingness to guide the young fish toward resilience.

🧙 Mentor 🐢 Wise 🧭 Stoic

Pearl (Fran Drescher)

Pi's aunt, a fortune-teller who sees Pi's destiny on the reef. She cares deeply for him and fears for his safety, yet she empowers him to pursue his path while keeping a protective home base.

🧙‍♀️ Mentor 🪄 Mystic 🫶 Caring

Dylan (Andy Dick)

Pi's cousin and companion who introduces Pi to reef life and helps him navigate new threats. His playful nature masks a steady, loyal ally who shares in Pi's adventures.

🤝 Friend 🐟 Companion 🗺️ Guide

Moe (Richard Epcar)

One of the elder marlins and a guide figure who embodies the reef's history. He refuses to help initially but later lends his experience when Pi proves his resolve.

🧭 Elder 🐟 Wise 🛡️ Guardian

Jack (R. Lee Ermey)

A seasoned marlin who offers a wary perspective on the reef's conflicts. He becomes part of the reef's defense when Pi's quest reaches its climax.

🗣️ Skeptic 🛡️ Defender 🐟 Wise

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Major Themes – Shark Bait (2006)

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🧭 Courage

Pi's journey from loss to action is driven by unyielding courage. He trains, faces Troy, and navigates treacherous sea paths to rescue Cordelia, showing resilience beyond his youth. The narrative frames bravery as a choice to persist in the face of danger and despair.

🤝 Friendship

Mentorship from Nerissa and support from Pearl shape Pi's growth. Dylan's camaraderie and the reef community rally around Pi as he learns to trust others and fight for what matters. Bonds become a source of strength during perilous trials.

🌊 Environment

The polluted harbor and pristine reef setting highlight an environmental contrast central to the story. The reef's threat from nets and predatory sharks mirrors human impact, while the community's fight to protect their home embodies collective stewardship.

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