Available from June 5th on Netflix, Under the Seine it did not meet with the success hoped for in France. Directed by Xavier Gens, this second-rate horror film tells the story of a shark that terrorizes Paris by entering the Seine.
The film introduces Sophia (Bérénice Bejo) who must once again face this predator who also discovers himself decimated his team. Together with Adil (Nassim Lyes), commander of the river police, he tries to stop the threat. But the appearance of the shark also attracts attention young environmental activists determined to protect the animal…
The heir to Jaws?
In France the critics had no mercy on Xavier Gens’ delirium. First describes the film as “Amazing Z series “, While Simple information talk about a “complete shipwreck” with a scenario that it considers comparable “wastewater from Paris”. For The Parisian besides, the movie is “a complete waste of time”as noted The Huffington Post.
Yet, abroad, we hear a completely different story. The American media welcomed it Under the Seine with surprising enthusiasm. Variety he even called the film “ worthy heir to Jaws " and of “intelligent blockbuster” which deserved a theatrical release. You Caretaker he is equally enthusiastic and believes the film is “one of the best shark movies ever made”.
These positive reactions could help Under the Seine find its international audience, although success in France remains mixed. As noted Booska-pThe movie is same number one in more than 85 countriesof which United Kingdom, Germany and United States
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