Before we dig into deep waters, let us acknowledge that sharks species are threatened by poaching and other human activities, and shark attacks are more rare than we thought. Now let's talk about The Meg, a shortened version of Megalodion or prehistoric shark which is making havoc in Asian waters.
Led by Jason Statham, Li Bingbing, and Ruby Rose, the race for undersea discoveries led a research team to encounter the biggest shark of the modern ear. Though a real live Megalodion was never seen by humans, evidence from fossils and teeth were the proof that this creature becomes the top of the food chain.
With shark classics like "Jaws" and the most recent "The Shallows" made sharks the fish to be feared in the seas, They fall short to the size and impact of the Meg and what damage it can do even with large boats and structures. People look like pellets for it to be munched.
Though it tries to be relevant and consistent with shark flicks with a lot of chomping on things, humans, animals, etc., It still has the formulaic storytelling in a different setting. The only redeeming factor is the technology used in the film which some are existent today. The cast are diverse in race and characteristics but it gravitated to a more comedic approach rather than a thriller film.
