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Boston Globe
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
The filming of Jaws: behind the scenes photo gallery
Advertisement .image { margin-top: 100px; } .image figcaption { display: block; max-width: 750px; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; font-size: 18px; caption-side: bottom; line-height: 1.5; } Steven Spielberg gave direction to actor Roy Scheider (Police Chief Martin Brody) in the production office in Edgartown on May 6, 1974. "Jaws" was Spielberg's fourth feature film as director and third for Universal. Paul Connell/Globe Staff Steven Spielberg during the filming of "Jaws" on May 6, 1974 in Edgartown. The director was 27 years old at the time of filming. Paul Connell/Globe Staff Beachgoers run from the water in a scene from the 1975 release of "Jaws." Jay Mello (center) awaits filming during production of "Jaws" on the island of Martha's Vineyard on July 15, 1974. He played the character of Sean Brody, son of Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider). WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images Actor/stuntperson Susan Backlinie screams as she is attacked by a giant Great White shark in a still from "Jaws."Susan Backlinie awaited filming during production of "Jaws" on the island of Martha's Vineyard on July 15, 1974. Her character was the first to die in the film. WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images Director Steven Spielberg on the set of his movie "Jaws." Producer Richard D. Zanuck, in the background, was instrumental in launching Spielberg's filmmaking career. Sunset Boulevard/Corbis via Getty Images "Jaws" co-producers Richard D. Zanuck and David Brown rode on a boat off of Martha's Vineyard on a cold day on May 6, 1974. Zanuck went on to produce six films with Tim Burton while Brown produced hits such as "Driving Miss Daisy." Paul Connell/Globe Staff Actors Richard Dreyfuss (Matt Hooper) and Robert Shaw (Quint) leaned off the back of their boat, holding ropes as they watched the giant shark emerge from the water in a still from the film "Jaws." Universal Pictures A crew member examined the mechanical shark (nicknamed Bruce) on the set of" Jaws." Edith Blake/Martha's Vineyard Museum Actor Richard Dreyfuss stepped off a boat after a day of filming "Jaws" in Edgartown on May 6, 1974. Paul Connell/Globe Staff Director Steven Spielberg and other production members scarf down a meal during the filming of "Jaws" in Edgartown on May 6, 1974. Paul Connell/Globe Staff A man stood across the street from the "Jaws" production office in Edgartown on May 6, 1974. The office also was used as the location of Police Chief Martin Brody's office in the film. Paul Connell/Globe Staff A crew member works on a lighting rig outside of the production office on May 6, 1974. Paul Connell/Globe Staff Director Steven Spielberg drove a boat while a crew member looks to tie it up during the filming of "Jaws" on May 6, 1974, off the coast of Martha's Vineyard. Paul Connell/Globe Staff The scene on the island of Martha's Vineyard during the filming of "Jaws." Paul Connell/Globe Staff The shark for the movie "Jaws II" arrived on Martha's Vineyard. Molded after Bruce, the mechanical shark from the first film, it was one of three props used in the filming of the sequel. Dominc Carcia, Globe photo/The Boston Globe Colby Cotter can be reached at
RTÉ News
a day ago
- Business
- RTÉ News
29% of adults in Ireland couldn't go a full hour without internet
A new survey reveals that 29% of adults in Ireland said they could not last a full hour without the internet. The annual Connected Lives survey from broadband and telecoms provider Pure Telecom also reveals that 40% of people would turn down €5m in cash if it meant they could never use the internet again. The survey was conducted by Censuswide on behalf of Pure Telecom. Pure Telecom said the survey's findings also show a trend among the general adult population that relationships conducted online are becoming as valuable as in-person ones. 48% of people feel that their online interactions feel just as meaningful as in-person conversations, while 61% credit the internet for improving their relationships with friends and family. The survey also shows that thrifty consumers are seeking cost value. 74% of broadband account holders said they shop around before their broadband deal ends to ensure that they are getting the best deal, while 67% contact their broadband provider to negotiate pricing with them once their contract ends. Paul Connell, CEO of Pure Telecom, said it is only when we stop to think that we realise just how much we rely on the internet for our everyday lives and human connections. "We are sending instant messages to friends, tracking workouts and watching TV - all online - so in that context, an hour can feel like a long time. In fact, our research found that one-in-10 adults – more than 400,000 of us – couldn't even make it beyond 15 minutes," he said. He also said the majority of the survey respondents (74%) believe that broadband should be classed as a public utility. "We take our responsibility in delivering that service seriously, both in terms of quality and value, and encourage consumers that if they are unhappy with the cost, they should shop around," he added.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
Revealed: the percentage of young adults who would turn down €5m to go without the internet
Close to a third (29pc) of adults of all ages in the country couldn't last a full hour without the internet when it comes to their personal lives, the poll also showed. These figures are even higher for young adults aged between 18 and 24, as this age group in particular struggles to spend much time away from the internet and devices. And nearly two in five (38pc) people in this age group said they couldn't cope with a full hour without internet. Meanwhile, almost half (48pc) of this cohort said they would reject €5m in exchange for being cut off from the internet for ever. The study also showed how the internet has changed human connections, how adults perceive relationships conducted online as valuable as in-person, and the central role the internet now plays in people's lives. It comes as nearly half (48pc) of adults think that their online interactions feel just as meaningful as in-person ones. Meanwhile, more than three in five (61pc) credit the internet for improving their relationships with friends and family. The annual Connected Lives survey, which studied the value of the internet on people's lives, was conducted by Censuswide on behalf of the Irish-owned broadband and telecoms provider Pure Telecom. The study surveyed 1,001 adults in the Republic of Ireland aged 18 and over. Pure Telecom CEO Paul Connell said: 'It's only when we stop to think that we realise just how much we rely on the internet for our everyday lives and human connections. 'We are sending instant messages to friends, tracking workouts and watching TV – all online – so in that context, an hour can feel like a long time. In fact, our research found that one in 10 adults – more than 400,000 of us – couldn't even make it beyond 15 minutes.' The survey also showed how 74pc of broadband account holders shop around as the end of their contract approaches, while the same number believe annual broadband price increases by many providers should stop. 'The majority of our survey respondents (74pc) believe that broadband should be classed as a public utility,' Mr Connell said.
