In Part One of our discussion of JAWS from the perspective of the screenplay and the development of its characters, we discussed both the external and internal arc of Chief Brody. But since JAWS has not one but three characters with external and internal arcs, it’s time to dive (see what I did there?) into to the second of the movie’s three central characters, Matt Hooper.
One of the engaging aspects of the third act is how Quint slowly comes to appreciate Hooper.
I don't have a lot to offer, except that it's a real treat to get Ben's three-part character examination from a screenwriter's perspective. Jaws happens to be one of my favorite movies (definitely Top 10) and I appreciate that MFW has hooked you into his Substack for this guest series.
I will say that I thought the screenwriting, directing, and acting really improved on the characters from the novel, and Hopper especially. It's been a while since I read the book but I recall not liking Hooper very much (the affair didn't help). I like him much better in the movie and now I get him a little better, too. Thanks!
"Hooper drives the boat."
One of the engaging aspects of the third act is how Quint slowly comes to appreciate Hooper.
I don't have a lot to offer, except that it's a real treat to get Ben's three-part character examination from a screenwriter's perspective. Jaws happens to be one of my favorite movies (definitely Top 10) and I appreciate that MFW has hooked you into his Substack for this guest series.
I will say that I thought the screenwriting, directing, and acting really improved on the characters from the novel, and Hopper especially. It's been a while since I read the book but I recall not liking Hooper very much (the affair didn't help). I like him much better in the movie and now I get him a little better, too. Thanks!
Thank you sir, appreciate your continued engagement!
Thanks! I will cover a little more of the relationship between Quint and Hooper in Part 3.