LEGO – Jaws Review: A Brick Recreation of One of Cinema’s Greatest Moments

LEGO - Jaws Review: A Brick Recreation of One of Cinema's Greatest Moments

As a seasoned gamer and LEGO enthusiast who has spent countless hours constructing intricate models and reenacting iconic movie scenes, I must admit that the new LEGO Jaws set is an absolute gem. The meticulous attention to detail and the clever incorporation of elements from the original film have made this build a joyous trip down memory lane.


The recently launched LEGO Jaws model skillfully blends traditional building creativity with numerous tributes to the iconic Steven Spielberg film. Debuted at the start of this month, it marks the latest addition to the LEGO Ideas series, and was initially conceptualized by avid Jaws fan, Jonny Campbell. The set replicates the climactic showdown between Quint, Hooper, Chief Brody, and the notorious movie shark. Although the set is relatively smaller for a LEGO Ideas project, boasting approximately 1,500 pieces, it remains an enjoyable construction experience, particularly when assembling the diorama section that depicts the shark rising from the water amidst turbulent waves.

The Jaws set is divided into three main components: the replica of the fishing boat from the film, the shark model, and a display stand called a diorama. The fishing boat, much like its on-screen counterpart, is filled with elements reminiscent of the movie, including a map of Amity Island and barrels placed dangerously at the stern. Building the Orca isn’t overly challenging, although it was tricky to get the right tension in the string used for the rigging without potentially damaging or bending the mast. Compared to other recent LEGO builds I’ve done, the Orca wasn’t incredibly difficult, but I appreciated the careful detailing to match the original film’s boat and how surprisingly authentic it felt compared to the movie version.

LEGO - Jaws Review: A Brick Recreation of One of Cinema's Greatest Moments

1. The shark construction can be done either independently or as a removable component for the final scene setup. What I enjoyed the most about the building process was creating the diorama, which was supported by three large, flat bases. The white and blue pieces were used to depict turbulent waters. I appreciated how the shark seemed to organically emerge from the water in the diorama, surrounded by floating barrels and an Orca securely held in its jaws. The diorama element of the set truly elevates it from “interesting” to “amazing,” as it effectively recreates one of the most memorable scenes in cinematic history and does so in a captivating manner.

In essence, the recently proposed LEGO Idea for Jaws is both straightforward and refined, much like the film it emulates. Unlike other sets that might rely heavily on nostalgia, this one strives to capture the movie’s striking cinematography and visuals instead of relying on excessive complexity. Even for those who aren’t die-hard Jaws fans, the diorama makes this set stand out as one of the most visually stunning LEGO creations in recent times, focusing on iconic film moments rather than simple nostalgia.

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2024-08-14 20:10