Monthly Archives: July 2011

July 4: It’s not “The best Fourth of July we ever had” for the Estuary Victim

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Fogelfoot

That poor Masshole in the Pond, Ted Grossman. Grossman—the stunt coordinator in “Jaws”—has a cameo as “Estuary Victim.” It’s the 4th of July, and Amity Town Beach is on high alert. Chief Brody is the only sane man left on … Continue reading →

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July 2: So long, Ben Gardner

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Fogelfoot

Things happen fast on Amity Island. What else is there to do but get drunk and fool around? Shortly after Chrissie’s partially denuded remains are found, Brody has Polly print up “Beaches Closed” signs, there is a town meeting at … Continue reading →

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July 1: So Long, Chrissie Watkins

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Fogelfoot

“A Summer Girl goes swimming,” says Mayor Vaughn. “Swims out a little far…” In the book “Jaws,” Chrissie Watkins is about 25, the date of Tom Cassidy, and a houseguest at the home of his friends. The couple decide to … Continue reading →

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