IMDb5.2/10
Google Users58%
Director: Xavier Gens•Genres: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi
In the summer of 2024, Paris is finally ready to host its historic World Cup of swimming on the Seine. However, Sophia, a brilliant scientist, discovers that the river is teeming with a large shark. To prevent a bloodbath, she must fight against time and the inexplicable madness of the river's predator.
Under Paris received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who generally found the premise intriguing but the execution to be lacking in originality and logical consistency. While some appreciated the attempt at a modern Jaws-like thriller set in Paris, many felt the film relied too heavily on predictable jump scares and a flimsy plot. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some enjoying the creature feature aspect and the novelty of the setting, while others criticized the underdeveloped characters and a perceived lack of genuine tension.
The film attempts a fresh take on the shark attack genre with its unique Parisian setting.
Many critics found the plot implausible and the shark's motivations unclear.
While visually striking at times, the film struggles with pacing and suspense.
Google audience: Google users had mixed feelings about "Under Paris." Many enjoyed the unique concept of a shark in the Seine and found it to be a fun, albeit somewhat silly, creature feature. However, a significant portion of viewers criticized the film for its predictable plot, questionable scientific logic, and a general lack of real scares or suspense.
The film was shot on location in Paris, with extensive use of special effects to create the underwater scenes and the aggressive shark.
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