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Bait 2012

“A Tsunami Just Flipped The Foodchain.”

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What is Bait?

Bait is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Horror.

Type
Film
Year
2012
Status
Released
Runtime
93 minutes
Release date
Sep 5, 2012
Studios
Screen Queensland, Pictures in Paradise, Media Development Authority (MDA)
Genres
Horror
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76 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.3/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.2/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
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Overview

Bait is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Horror. Produced and broadcast by Screen Queensland, Pictures in Paradise, Media Development Authority (MDA). Current status: Released.

Should you watch it?

“A tsunami strands shoppers in a supermarket with a massive great white shark.”

Reasons to watch
  • Shark threat inside an everyday setting
  • Tight, fast-paced horror
Keep in mind
  • Limited to a single location and premise

Watch it if you enjoy fast-paced shark horror in a disaster setting.

The film features intense shark attacks and disaster peril, making it suitable for mature audiences.

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What is the basic plot of Bait?

A freak tsunami traps shoppers inside a coastal Australian supermarket where a 12‑foot great white shark appears.

What genre does Bait belong to?

It is classified as a horror film.

Where is the film set?

In a coastal supermarket in Australia.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately 1 hour 33 minutes.

Does Bait feature a shark?

Yes, a 12‑foot great white shark is central to the story.