ConclusionQuint’s USS Indianapolis monologue in “Jaws” may remain a true ”movie moment” all these years later, but truths behind the tale continue to be explored. See “Spielberg Reveals the Definitive Word on the Jaws USS Indianapolis Speech,” which largely credits John Milius, as opposed to screenwriter Carl Gottlieb, for the lines prior to drastic cutting by Shaw himself. As to the USS Indianapolis itself, following “Jaws” the tragedy spawned decades of books, and a poorly-received Nicolas Cage feature film. In 2016, Saban Films released “USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage” to tepid reviews, according to RottenTomatoes.com, and small audiences, according to BoxOfficeMojo.com. “USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage” (2016) Saban FilmsIn recent years, online chatter has spread of further and more historically accurate projects in development based on the tragedy.

Source: Forbes June 12, 2022 21:44 UTC