Cal Acord JAWS 50th Anniversary Interview
Interview available Chewday 12 August on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts
In this 50th anniversary special, The Daily Jaws sits down with legendary special effects technician Cal Acord, one of the original behind-the-scenes heroes who helped bring Bruce the mechanical shark to life.
Cal shares an extraordinary first-hand account of his time on Jaws, revealing how the SFX team defied technical odds to get the shark working on open water. From designing hydraulic systems in a time before waterproof electronics to working on the ocean under enormous pressure (both literal and figurative), Cal gives a detailed and often hilarious glimpse into what it really took to make Jaws bite.
He also reflects on the camaraderie of the crew, unexpected challenges on set, and the creativity it took to troubleshoot everything from sinking sharks to snapping cables. For fans of filmmaking, practical effects, or just great behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is a must-listen.
This episode is a celebration of the ingenuity, grit, and problem-solving that helped define a cinematic masterpiece.
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