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New York Post
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Jaws' turns 50: How other classic movies bit off the shark's signature riff — from ‘Caddyshack' to ‘Clerks'
Like the killer great white shark, the 'Jaws' theme song took a big bite out of movie history. The terrifying two-note theme of the 1975 summer blockbuster — which turns 50 on June 20 — has been riffed on in other classic films for its cultural impact that is still striking fang-crunching fear in the masses five decades later. Composer John Williams' menacing motif has been referenced — and ripped on — in other big films that have taken it from horror to humor. 9 'Jaws' defined the summer blockbuster after its release on June 20, 1975. Courtesy Everett Collection 'I think it's a compliment when anything becomes parodied that much, like, if you work your way into a popular comedy movie or something,' film music historian Tim Greiving — who wrote the upcoming biography 'John Williams: A Composer's Life' — exclusively told The Post. ''It's, like, acknowledging that this is something that is so culturally important, or that everybody recognizes it, that you can kind of play on it. If it was a little more obscure, the reference wouldn't work. I'll take it as a compliment.' But while the theme has been spoofed, Williams — who won his first of four Oscars for Best Original Score for 'Jaws' — took it very seriously. 'I think that serious intention comes through in the music and keeps it from being campy,' said Greiving. 9 Richard Dreyfuss and Roy Scheider co-starred in 1975's 'Jaws.' Courtesy Everett Collection Still, the theme has been played for laughs in classic comedies such as 'Airplane!' and 'Caddyshack.' 'The funny thing is, John Williams has talked about [how] sometimes he plays it in concert, and people start laughing, and it's not supposed to make you laugh, although it made ['Jaws' director] Steven Spielberg laugh when he first heard it,' said Greiving. 'So it has this interesting psychological effect now.' 'But I think at its core, it still does what it was supposed to do — which is freak you out.' Here, we dive into seven films that have sunk their teeth into the 'Jaws' theme. '1941' 9 Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi co-starred in the 1979 war comedy '1941.' Courtesy Everett Collection The opening scene of Spielberg's 1979 war comedy pays homage to the 'Jaws' theme. with Susan Backlinie — who played Chrissie Watkins, the shark's first victim in 'Jaws.' 'Airplane!' 9 Julie Hagerty, Leslie Nielsen and Peter Graves took 1980's 'Airplane!' to comic heights. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Col As what appears to be a fin — but turns out to be a 747 — cuts through the clouds, the sinister riff of 'Jaws' takes this 1980 disaster comedy off in its opening credits. 'Caddyshack' 9 Ted Knight and Chevy Chase were golfing goofballs in 1980's 'Caddyshack.' ©Orion Pictures Corp/Courtesy Everett Collection When a candy bar is mistaken for a turd in a swimming pool, the 'Jaws' theme heightens the horror in the 1980 comedy starring Billy Murray and Chevy Chase. '9 1/2 Weeks' 9 Mickey Rourke and Kim Basinger steamed up the screen in 1986's '9 1/2 Weeks.' ©Orion Pictures Corp/Courtesy Everett Collection When a kid claims that his friend can fart the 'Jaws' theme in this 1986 erotic drama, Mickey Rourke mimics it. How sexy. 'Spaceballs' 9 Bill Pullman and John Candy parodied 'Stars Wars' in 1987's 'Spaceballs.' Mel Brooks' 1987 'Star Wars' parody plays off the menacing motif from 'Jaws' while chasing a rebel ship. 'Back to the Future II' 9 Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd reunited for 'Back to the Future II' in 1989. The shark tale's theme plays as Michael J. Fox's Marty McFly encounters an advertisement for 'Jaws 19' — the 18th sequel to the original — when he travels to 2015. 'Clerks' 9 Brian O'Halloran and Jeff Anderson co-starred in Kevin Smith's directorial debut 'Clerks' in 1994. Jeff Anderson's character in Kevin Smith's 1994 cult classic dips into the 'Jaws' theme as his triangular tortilla chip cuts through some 'thick & chunky' salsa.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Boil Water Advisory issued in Northwest DC
WASHINGTON () — A Boil Water Advisory was issued on Thursday, impacting several people living and working in Northwest D.C. DC Water said the advisory was issued as a precaution, due to a loss of water pressure. Nearly 5,000 customers were impacted in neighborhoods including: Chevy Chase Friendship Heights Tenleytown AU Park Spring Valley Cleveland Park Woodley Park Van Ness Glover Park Wesley Heights Cathedral Heights Summer Street Festival returning to Downtown Hagerstown Customers in the area were advised to discard any beverages and ice made after 2:27 p.m. on June 12 and to run cold water until clear before boiling. If sources of lead are present, customers should run cold water for at least two minutes before boiling. Prior to consuming or using water, customers should let it boil for at least one minute and let it cool. Then, you should store it in a clean, covered container. Cooled, boiled water or bottled water should be used for: Drinking Brushing teeth Preparing and cooking food Washing fruits and vegetables Preparing infant formula Making ice Washing dishes by hand Giving water to pets Even if you use a home filtering device, you should still first boil water. DC Water said a water pump station lost power during the afternoon on Thursday, resulting in pump failures and a loss of system pressure. Pressure has since been restored and returned to impacted customers. Due to the time during which pressure was lost, however, contaminants may have entered the distribution system, leading to the Boil Water Advisory as a precaution. For more information and updates, click . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Glasgow Times
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Hollywood legend pictured at beloved Scottish gastropub
Chevy Chase was spotted at The Fox & Willow on Carrick Road in Ayr, South Ayrshire, on Wednesday, June 11. Sharing the 81-year-old's visit, the eatery revealed the actor joined them for 'dinner'. READ MORE: Well-known American actor pictured at top Glasgow cafe READ MORE: Hollywood legend baffled after being confused as Celtic fan In a Facebook post, they said: "Who joined us for dinner tonight? "Do you recognise this face? "He enjoyed his meal so much that he's coming back at the weekend." On top of the gastropub, the comic also dropped into The Smithy at Sandyford near Prestwick on Wednesday, June 11. The restaurant, which is located beside the A77 bypass, is known for dishing up fresh food. Sharing Chevy's visit, they said: "Thanks to Chevy Chase and his family for stopping by for some lunch at The Smith at Sandyford. "Haste Ye Back (come back soon)." The American actor, who is from New York, became the breakout cast member in the first-ever season of Saturday Night Live in 1975, where his recurring Weekend Update segment became a staple of the beloved programme. Since then, the Hollywood icon has starred in several films, including National Lampoon's Vacation, Vacation, Caddyshack, Three Amigos, and many more.
Daily Record
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Major Hollywood legend spotted in Ayrshire cafe as delighted staff share snaps
The iconic 80s actor appeared to be travelling with his family as he was pictured at a local coffee shop near Prestwick airport in south Ayrshire. A Hollywood legend has been snapped outside a local cafe near Ayr in Scotland. Comedian and writer Chevy Chase was pictured with his family after enjoying a bite to eat on the road. The cafe and coffee shop were delighted as they shared a snap of the 81-year-old American movie icon on their Facebook page. "Thanks to Chevy Chase & his family for stopping by for some lunch today at The Smithy at Sandyford . HASTE YE BACK (come back soon )," they wrote. Fans soon flocked to the comments section. "Must be on a road trip with the family," penned one as another chimed in: "We ate there once. Lovely place." "I seen her was ay fox and willow aswell is he in ayr for anything specific or just holiday," questioned one person on the post, which has over 60 likes and has been shared across the social media platform. Chevy was a major Hollywood star throughout the 1980s and 90s, starring in classics including the National Lampoons franchise, Fletch Lives and Caddyshack. He became the breakout cast member in the first season of Saturday Night Live, where his recurring Weekend Update segment became a show staple.
Scottish Sun
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary Hollywood star spotted in scenic Scots seaside town
Do you recognise who it is? A LEGENDARY Hollywood star delighted punters after he was spotted in a scenic Scottish seaside town. Chevy Chase, 81, is famous for playing Clark Griswold in National Lampoon's Vacation and starring in the first season of Saturday Night Live in the 70s. 5 Chevy Chase visited The Smithy with his family for lunch Credit: FACEBOOK: The Smithy 5 He also posed with staff after having dinner in The Fox and Willow Credit: FACEBOOK: The Fox & Willow 5 He is famous for playing Clark Griswold in National Lampoon's Vacation Credit: Alamy And he surprised fans after he was seen visiting multiple places across Ayrshire yesterday. The US actor and comedian was spotted inside The Fox and Willow in Ayr after popping into The Smithy coffee shop in Prestwick. It is understood that Chevy is in the area for a family wedding, and fans were delighted to see him exploring local towns. Staff at The Smithy were stunned by his visit after he came with his family to enjoy some lunch. The cafe and bakery shared snaps with the Community star while he was there, and shared them on their social media pages. Posting on Facebook, staff wrote: "Thanks to Chevy Chase and his family for stopping by for some lunch today at The Smithy at Sandyford. "HASTE YE BACK (come back soon)". A few hours later, workers The Fox and Willow shared their own snaps with Chevy after he decided to visit them for dinner. The gastropub teased that the actor would be returning over the weekend and urged locals to keep an eye out for him. Staff beamed in the snaps as they posed with him outside the venue. Legendary comedy actor looks unrecognisable as he celebrates 80th birthday, The post was captioned: "Who joined us for dinner tonight... Do you recognise this face? "He enjoyed his meal so much that he's coming back at the weekend!" Excited fans flocked to the comments after the post racked up more than 1,300 likes, comments and shares. One person said: "Wow. What an actor". Another added: "This is amazing!!!" Someone else wrote: "Wowzers! Such a legend!" And a fourth posted: "Wow….you get the best clientele at the Fox and Willow!" While a fifth chimed in: "Noooo way!!!!! Absolute legend". 5 Fans were delighted when they saw he was in Ayr Credit: GC Images
