A master filmmaker made himself known in 1975 through a film that discouraged people from going to the beach. A film that created the concept of summer film, a film that gave Spielberg a career and a film that people still talk about to this day as one of the scariest films ever made.

Thirty years later, Darin Beckstead, a Spielberg follower and a filmmaker is bringing the story of the Great White (aka Jaws) to the big screen. Is it the true story? No but it was inspired by Jaws and is presented in a way that only a true Spielberg fan can do.

The story follows a young Spielberg's struggle to finish his Shark Movie (aka Jaws) with the help of his friend and conscience George Lucas. Todd Wall who plays Steven does a remarkable job in the role. He gives a performance of a typical inexperienced and stressed out filmmaker who knows what he wants but doesn't know how to convince his producers. The producers portrayed in the film serve as the story's protagonist and a source of conflict as they threaten to pull the projects plug.

Although every shot and scene in this film is carefully and smartly executed, for me, the opening scene stands out the most. The film opens with sounds of the beach and Steven calling Cut. For the next 1 min and half, Darin sets up the scene with his unique style and homage to Spielberg movies.

Like E.T. and many other films by the master, where we only see adults framed from below their wastes, Darin gives us the exact same view of Steven before revealing him. Then there is the cleverly written conversation between Steven and George with references to Spielberg's first film Duel and it's hilarioius comparison to Jaws. Last but not least, is the line where Steven says I can do anything. I am the director. A good line is not a good line if not said properly. The expression delivered by Todd Wall is outstanding. This is one of those moments that if it were in a Spielberg film would stand out as an unforgettable scene.

The well executed opening leads us into a series of credits accompanied by an amazing musical score similar to the adventurous works of Spielberg collaborator and composer John Williams.

The story unravels with a tragic accident involving the mechanical shark. The mishap leads Steven to panic and eventual guidance from George. What I love about this film the most is the subtle references in dialogues and props to majority of Spielberg films, not to mention the very subtle reference to Spielberg's wife Kate Capshaw.

On a whole, the performances in this film were very good. Kahil Dotay who plays Ricky (Richard Dreyfuss) was fabulous. Aaron Fiore (George) is also good, talking slowly and humbly as the imaginary artist. Bill Allison and Tony Larimer play the producers like Hollywood Mafia as decided by Darin. Isn't there a myth that most producers have connection to Mafia? They play an integral part as a source of friction and play their roles well.

Last but not least is the amazing Todd Wall who plays Steven. Its one thing to look like him but to portray him in such a way that his performance stands out unique yet conveys the viewer that its Spielberg. This kid has a bright future ahead of him. He was very true to the character, full of energy and charisma and as a director myself wouldn't have anyone else doing this role.

Overall, this film is excellent. Darin Beckstead has done something which very few people have the ability to do. That's to take a box office hit and making a comedy from it that is more inspirational than a parody.

In the end it will be Darin's courage not stupidity that will land him a studio deal and a feature film on his hand. This will happen. Mark my words

You can catch the first eight minutes on iFilm or pick up the DVD at official site by clicking on the links below!