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Dangerous Animals Scores 90% on Rotten Tomatoes Ahead of U.S. Release

Set for U.S. release on June 6, the Sean Byrne film premiered in CannesDirectors’ Fortnight.

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Overview

  • Serial killer Bruce Tucker uses sharks as instruments of terror after abducting surfer Zephyr who must battle for survival.
  • Jai Courtney delivers a committed, unhinged portrayal of the shark‐obsessed murderer while Hassie Harrison brings grit and resilience to the role of Zephyr.
  • Critics have lauded the film’s execution, awarding it a 90% score on Rotten Tomatoes based on 21 reviews.
  • Produced by IFC Films, the 98-minute R-rated thriller showcases Sean Byrne’s blend of gore, dark comedy and unexpected romantic threads.
  • Paying homage to Jaws, Dangerous Animals revitalizes sharksploitation tropes with grisly imagery and suspenseful face-offs.