Netflix fans say new film is one of the 'most terrifying shark movies' (2024)

Netflix viewers have hailed a newly released movie as one of the 'most terrifying shark movies ever made,' and fans have urged horror fans to watch it.

The film follows scientist Sophia, played by actress Berenice Bejo, who discovers that a massive shark is swimming in the Seine river - the day before the city's popular triathlon is set to start.

Despite Sophia's efforts to sound the alarms to politicians that the city's swimmers will be under attack, her important message is ignored, and the competition becomes a bloodbath.

Fans have flocked to social media to share their excitement for the thriller film, which has gotten 100 per cent ratings on the Tomatometer onRotten Tomatoes, and one person wrote: 'I just finished watching this movie. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time.'

In the trailer for Xavier Gens's movie Under Paris, Sophia looks at a map that shows the shark's route in bright yellow, and her thoughts are narrated: 'We've got a signal. It's not possible.'

Netflix viewers have hailed a newly released movie as one of the 'most terrifying shark movies ever made,' and fans have urged horror fans to watch it

The film follows scientist Sophia, played by Berenice Bejo, who discovers that a massive shark is swimming in the Seine river - the day before the city's popular triathlon is set to start

Despite Sophia's efforts to sound the alarms to politicians that the city's swimmers will be under attack, her important message is ignored, and the competition becomes a bloodbath

The scene switches to a French politician who decided to go through with the city's triathlon despite Sophia's warning, and she is seen in disbelief saying: 'A shark in the Seine?'

Next, a confused officer is seen asking Sophia: 'Why would it come to Paris?'

Sophia warned: 'You never inquired about the orca or the beluga. If we don't do anything, your PR operation could turn into a total bloodbath. It will be carnage.'

The persistent scientist is shown diving in the dark-colored river, and then suddenly, viewers are shocked by the appearance of a massive shark.

Officers are seen firing gun shots at the shark in the river, and in another scene, swimmers are seen frantically scrambling for their lives.

The concluding scene in the trailer features Sophia diving and coming face-to-face with the great white shark, and rhetorically asking herself: 'Is it over?'

Most fans flocked to the comments to show their support for the new thriller flick.

Fans have flocked to social media to share their excitement for the thriller film, which has gotten 100 per cent ratings on the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes

One person wrote: 'I just finished watching this movie. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time'

Pictured is a shark getting shot at under water by policemen

The city's triathlon (pictured in the film) goes ahead despite Sophia's warning

Pictured are onlookers watching the swimmers get attacked by the huge shark

One of the scenes shows a woman with blood running down her face in the water

Pictured is Sophia diving alone in the water right across from the huge shark

The concluding scene in the trailer features Sophia diving while being face-to-face with a gigantic great white shark, and rhetorically asking herself: 'Is it over'

One person humorously wrote: 'Sharc De Triomphe.'

A second person added: 'Xavier Gens' Under Paris is one of the most brutally nihilistic, engrossing, and genuinely terrifying shark movies made in the last few years.

'The B**** Gens had to go for a third act, and an ending like that, is nothing short of awe-inspiring - just so grim, yet captivating.'

A third person commented: 'Joining the chorus to say Xavier Gens' shark movie, Under Paris, is a blast.

'Great set pieces, environmental issues, and smart Jaws homages. A definite good [review] for her movie.'

A fourth person wrote: 'There's nothing that excites me quite like a new shark attack horror movie that actually looks...good!

'This one's titled Under Paris, and it's from accomplished director Xavier Gens (Frontiers, Cold Skin). Coming to Netflix June fifth - just in time for the Summer Olympics.'

A fifth person added: 'Xavier Gens' new shark film, UNDER PARIS, looks to be a classic thriller at heart, but I love that he hasn't forgotten his love for action.

One person commented: 'Xavier Gens' Under Paris is one of the most brutally nihilistic, engrossing, and genuinely terrifying shark movies made in the last few years' (stock image)

Another person commented: 'Joining the chorus to say Xavier Gens' shark movie, Under Paris, is a blast. Great set pieces, environmental issues, and smart Jaws homages'

'You can tell there's going to be plenty on display from this trailer. It looks pretty unique as far as shark flicks go.'

A sixth person commented: 'Let me watch this movie - I see it's highly recommended. And I like shark movies.'

One person wrote: '"There's a little stupid gem that steals my heart every year, and this year, UNDER PARIS could well be that gem." My five star review of #UnderParis on @letterboxd.'

Another person added: '"CITY OF SHARKS," lol alright, now announce the sequel.'

'Have you watched this movie #UnderParis on @NetflixSA? If noooooo, what a hectic movie, I tell you - very recommended,' one person commented.

Other viewers weren't sold on the film.

One person wrote: 'Just finished watching the Under Paris movie and... what a waste of an hour.'

Other viewers weren't sold on the film. One person wrote: 'Just finished watching the Under Paris movie and...what a waste of an hour'

A second person commented: 'Thought it was awful.'

A third person added: 'Wasted my one hour on this - the ending [is] zero out of 10.'

One person wrote: 'Watching Under Paris right now. The movie where the only likeable character is the shark.

'The remaining characters are just bunch of climate-loving, woke and twat personality [and] expendable meat. We're gapping for an overfed shark at the end. Go Lilith (the shark).'

Netflix fans say new film is one of the 'most terrifying shark movies' (2024)

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