Shark: The Beginning
Shark: The Beginning

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Shark: The Beginning

2021
Movie
108 min
Korean

A bullied teenager who is locked up at a juvenile detention center due to an unexpected accident, meets a mixed martial arts champion to break through his own limits.

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IMDb3.6/10
Director: Mikel CeeveeGenres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near future where marine life is endangered, a scientist invents a revolutionary method to save marine species. However, her creation goes awry when genetically modified sharks escape the lab and embark on a terrifying rampage. As the city descends into chaos, a small group of survivors must band together to fight for their lives against the predatory creatures.

Critical Reception

Shark: The Beginning received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired visual effects. While some viewers appreciated the attempt at a creature feature with a sci-fi twist, it largely failed to impress, becoming another entry in the long line of low-budget shark attack films.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable and formulaic shark attack movie.

  • Lacks compelling characters and engaging plot development.

  • Visual effects are unconvincing and detract from the overall experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Shark: The Beginning are scarce and generally unenthusiastic. Those who have commented often point to the film's low production value and derivative nature as major drawbacks, with little praise offered.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Mikel Ceevee, also wrote the screenplay, marking his directorial debut in feature films.

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