Deep Blue Sea 1999
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What is Deep Blue Sea?
"Deep Blue Sea" is a 1999 film directed by Renny Harlin. The movie takes place at the undersea lab Aquatica, where researchers conduct experiments.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 28, 1999
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Australia, United States of America
- Studios
- Riche-Ludwig Productions, Village Roadshow Pictures, Groucho III Film Partnership
- Budget
- $60,000,000
- Revenue
- $164,648,231
- Genres
- Action, Horror, Science Fiction
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Overview
"Deep Blue Sea" is a 1999 film directed by Renny Harlin. The movie takes place at the undersea lab Aquatica, where researchers conduct experiments. The researchers have genetically altered the brains of captive sharks in an attempt to develop a cure for a specific disease. However, this alteration has an unexpected outcome, affecting the sharks' behavior. A severe storm damages the remote research facility, forcing the researchers to take action. They must now fight for their lives as a result of the altered sharks' increased intelligence, speed, and aggression.
Should you watch it?
“Genetically enhanced sharks turn a research lab into a deadly underwater nightmare.”
- Exciting blend of action and horror
- Creative sci‑fi premise with genetically altered sharks
- Heavy emphasis on shark attacks over character depth
Watch it if you enjoy fast‑paced underwater action with sci‑fi horror twists.
The film features graphic shark violence and intense suspense, suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the premise of Deep Blue Sea?
Scientists genetically enhance sharks in an underwater lab to find a cure for Alzheimer's, but the sharks become smarter and dangerous.
What type of creatures pose the threat?
The threat comes from the genetically altered sharks.
What genres does the film combine?
It mixes action, horror, and science‑fiction elements.
What is the runtime of the film?
The movie runs approximately one hour and forty‑five minutes.
When was Deep Blue Sea released in the United States?
It was released on July 28, 1999 in the US.