The ocean, a vast and enigmatic expanse of water, has long served as a fertile ground for cinematic terror. From the iconic dread of Jaws to the visceral intensity of The Shallows, the deep blue offers a unique brand of primal fear with what lurks above and below. Set against the backdrop of Australia’s Gold Coast, Dangerous Animals isn’t just another tale of human versus beast, it promises a gripping fight for survival – in cinemas from 13 June.

Prepare to plunge into the chilling depths with this psychological horror thriller, which is poised to redefine our understanding of deep sea peril, propelled by a compelling narrative and sharp performances from Hassie Harrison and Jai Courtney. There are touches of Split and Wolf Creek in this brutal, blood-soaked and unhinged thriller as a shark-obsessed madman abducts, isolates and terrorises his prey.

Harrison, familiar to audiences from her standout performances in shows like Yellowstone and Twisted Metal, brings a captivating blend of vulnerability and resilience to her roles. In Dangerous Animals, Harrison portrays solitary surfer, Zephyr, who must confront external threats and her own inner demons as she battles for survival against the odds.

Jai Courtney takes on a significant role in Dangerous Animals, portraying Tucker, a shark-obsessed serial killer who uses his cage-diving business as a front for his murderous activities. Courtney’s performance has been highlighted as a standout, bringing a charismatic yet deeply unhinged quality to the character, even leading a threatening singalong of “Baby Shark” and barking at a dog.

Coming in the same month that Jaws celebrates its 50th anniversary, Dangerous Animals is poised to be a standout in the survival horror genre. With Hassie Harrison at its emotional core and Jai Courtney bringing twisted psychological terror, this film promises to be a visceral and thought-provoking plunge into the deep end of fear. Prepare to hold your breath, because this ride into the ocean’s depths might just leave you breathless in more ways than one.