Something in the Water
Movie Trailer
Release Date
June 21, 2024
Genre
Survival Thriller
Cast & Crew
- Hiftu Quasem as Meg
- Natalie Mitson as Kayla
- Nicole Rietsu Setsuko as Cam
- Lauren Lyle as Lizzie
- Ellouise Shakespeare-Hart as Ruth
- Gabriel Prevost-Takahashi as Dominic
Director
Hayley Easton Street
Producer
Julie Baines
Writer
Cat Clarke
Production Company
Dan Films
Distributed By
StudioCanal UK
Running Time
86 minutes
Languages
English
Maturity Rating
Not Rated
Content Advisory
- Intense violence
- Shark attacks
- Themes of survival
Movie Story
“Something in the Water” is a tense survival thriller set against the backdrop of a beautiful but deadly Caribbean sea. The film follows Meg (Hiftu Quasem) as she reunites with her friends Lizzie (Lauren Lyle), Cam (Nicole Rietsu Setsuko), and Ruth (Ellouise Shakespeare-Hart) to celebrate Lizzie’s wedding on a remote island. However, the atmosphere is thick with unresolved tension, particularly between Meg and her former partner, Kayla (Natalie Mitson), who she hasn’t seen since a brutal attack left her traumatized a year earlier.
The day before the wedding, the group embarks on what they expect to be a fun and relaxing boat trip to a secluded island. After some time on the island, where Meg and Kayla attempt to resolve their differences, the group is suddenly thrust into a nightmare when their old and poorly maintained hire boat springs a leak and sinks in the open sea. Stranded miles from shore, the group struggles to stay afloat as the presence of blood in the water attracts a massive shark, turning their battle for survival into a terrifying ordeal.
As the situation becomes increasingly dire, the group faces harrowing decisions. Ruth is the first to succumb to her injuries from a shark bite, leaving the others to cope with her loss and the grim reality of their circumstances. In a desperate attempt to find help, Kayla sets off on a perilous swim, while the remaining friends cling to the hope of rescue. However, the relentless predator in the water, coupled with their exhaustion and dwindling morale, leads to further tragedy as Cam is taken by the shark.
The film reaches its emotional peak as Lizzie sacrifices herself to give Meg a better chance of survival. Alone and terrified, Meg is forced to confront her fears and traumas while fending off the circling sharks. Just when all hope seems lost, Kayla miraculously returns with a rescue boat, saving Meg in the nick of time. The two women, now bonded by their shared trauma, decide to return home together, forever changed by the ordeal they have endured.
Special Effects
“Something in the Water” uses a combination of practical effects and CGI to create realistic and terrifying shark attacks. The film’s cinematography by Niels Reedtz Johansen captures the stark contrast between the beautiful Caribbean setting and the deadly danger lurking beneath the surface. The film’s tense atmosphere is further enhanced by the chilling musical score composed by Nainita Desai and Harry Peat.
Filming Locations
- The Dominican Republic
Notable Quotes
- “The ocean doesn’t care who you are. Out here, it’s survival of the fittest.” – Cam
- “Sometimes, facing the past is the only way to survive the present.” – Meg
Behind-the-Scenes
“Something in the Water” was filmed on location in the Dominican Republic, with Hayley Easton Street making her directorial debut. The film features an intense and gripping narrative, brought to life by a talented cast led by Hiftu Quasem and Natalie Mitson. The production team worked hard to ensure the authenticity of the survival scenes, using a mix of practical effects and CGI to create the film’s terrifying shark encounters.
Final Verdict
“Something in the Water” is a gripping and suspenseful survival thriller that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. With strong performances, particularly from Hiftu Quasem and Natalie Mitson, and a story that combines emotional depth with intense action, the film is a standout entry in the survival genre.
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