50th Anniversary of "JAWS" - Film screening + shark expert talk with Q&A

Come watch the blockbuster movie "JAWS" and then hear from real shark researchers what the film gets right, wrong, and terribly wrong.

This summer is the 50th anniversary of the release of the first "summer blockbuster" movie that set records, established Steven Spielberg as a top director, used captivating film technology, and scared many, many people away from beaches. To honor the iconic film ISC brings the science to "JAWS" by hosting a full-length screening along with a very special feature -- a Q&A discussion with two shark researchers who will tell you about their real-world research and answer all your questions!

You will get a new perspective on the movie from shark biologists who are big fans of the film. They will delve into the background of the book and film, fun facts and anecdotes from the making of the movie, its impacts on sharks and society (both good and bad), and the scientific accuracy of various elements of the film.

A great opportunity to let yourself get scared and then get curious to learn about shark science!

Saturday, July 19, 2025
1:30 – 5:00pm
Sulzer Public Library, 4455 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 (map)
1:30 Doors open
1:45-2:00 Pre-show talk with shark researchers
2:00-4:00 “Jaws” movie (no intermission)
4:05-4:50 Q&A with shark researchers Kevin Feldheim, PhD, Field Museum and Steve Kessel, PhD, Shedd Aquarium
FREE program but donations are appreciated.
Seating is limited.
Registration is Required at [https://JAWS.eventbrite.com](https://jaws.eventbrite.com/)

Watch the JAWS movie trailer here.
The film is rated PG.
This event is BYO Beverage, but no alcohol is allowed in the Library.