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'Jaws' influenced filmmaking, Cape theater attendance. 'Seeing it, loving it'
Killer sharks, then killer bunnies. The movie "Jaws" started a "huge thing that we had never seen before," said film director John Waters. "It became a genre, and it got more and more ridiculous. First it was sharks, then it was killer bunnies." With the 50th anniversary of the premiere of Steven Spielberg's blockbuster on June 20 comes reflections on the movie's influence. It has spawned a genre. It has become a shared love across generations. It has moved viewers from extreme fear to curiosity, according to Cape Codders associated with three independent Cape cinemas. The movie has also revived and boosted cinema attendance 50 years later. "There aren't many movies that you can play again and again and it would still do business," Cape Cinema president Eric Hart said. The Chatham Orpheum Theater will be showing "Jaws" at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. daily from June 27 to July 1, and then at 9 p.m. from July 2 to July 6. The theater will also screen the documentary "Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story" from June 27 through July 1. Cape Cinema in Dennis intends to screen the movie as well. After seeing "Jaws," no one has ever gone swimming and not thought of it, Waters said. "Every time you go in the water you think DUH-nuh," he said, mimicking the famous movie theme in an interview on May 19. "The music's on their mind." Waters, a part-time Provincetown resident, is on the advisory board for the Provincetown Film Society, which is associated with Waters Edge Cinema. He directed films such as "Pink Flamingos" in 1972 and "Cry-Baby" in 1990. He was on the Cape when "Jaws" was released in 1975. "I remember seeing it, loving it and being like the rest of America," he said. Waters said he likes to be scared, but when asked if there was ever a push for him to create films like "Jaws" after the film's success, he said no. "I'm afraid Divine was my shark," he said, of the drag performer and star of "Pink Flamingos." "A lot of people in this community saw it in 1975 in the theater," said Kevin McLain, executive director of the Chatham Orpheum Theater, during a May 23 call. "Now they're bringing their children and grandchildren to the theater to see the movie." The Orpheum, which originally opened in 1916 and reopened in 2013 after more than 20 years of closure, has a close relationship to "Jaws" and director Steven Spielberg, McLain said. The first movie shown at the reopening was "Jaws," McLain said. "We said to the community, 'What do you want us to show first? It's your theater. What do you want to show first?" The answer was resounding. And, a fear of sharks has given way to curiosity, he said. In 1975 when "Jaws" came out and someone yelled "Shark!" on a beach, people ran away — but what's happened since then, "Jaws" has become socially acceptable as a character, McLain said referring to T-shirts and even plush toys for children. "It's kind of been kidified." "Now when you yell 'Shark!' on the beach, people run to the beach! They want to see them!" he said. A boy around seven or eight years old came to see the movie, McLain recalled. "He was a Jaws freak. He had a Jaws T-shirt on. He had a Jaws stuffed animal and he was going with his dad. There was no stopping him. And when he came out of that theater his face was ashen white." That experience of watching the film in theaters has also contributed to why the film is still so popular, according to McLain. "Experiencing the energy, experiencing the drama, experiencing other people's emotional connections to this, it creates an experience that is completely unlike one that you would have sitting in your house and watching 'Jaws.'" "It's an example of why theaters matter and why movies in movie theaters matter," he said. Agreed. The only real way to watch "Jaws" is in theaters, said Hart at the Cape Cinema in Dennis. Hart was also on the Cape when the film premiered in 1975. "It wasn't really something that sort of caught on, it was an instant hit," he said. Since the summer audiences were rotating every two weeks, the film played all summer long, according to Hart. "So it was an even bigger sensation because it stayed incredibly popular for a really long time." Of course, he added, because it was filmed so close to home — just a ferry ride away, to Martha's Vineyard — "Jaws" will always hold a special relationship to Cape Cod. Desiree Nikfardjam is a reporter covering breaking and trending news. She graduated from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. You can reach her at DNikfardjam@ Thanks to our subscribers, who help make this coverage possible. If you are not a subscriber, please consider supporting quality local journalism with a Cape Cod Times subscription. Here are our subscription plans. This article originally appeared on Cape Cod Times: Keeping cinema alive: 'Jaws' continues to be a Cape Cod favorite
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Travel + Leisure
14 hours ago
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I'm Refreshing My Summer Travel Wardrobe With These 10 Packable, Vacation-ready Nordstrom Styles—From $23
Today marks the first official day of summer, which means my travel schedule is about to go into overdrive with trips to the Hamptons, Cape Cod, New Hampshire, and more on the calendar in the coming weeks. With so many beachy vacations on the lineup, I've been scouring my wardrobe for outfits to pack for my weekends away, and after a recent closet cleanout, I'm in need of a few fresh pieces to take my seasonal packing list up a notch. Never failing to deliver the high-quality wardrobe essentials of my dreams, Nordstrom's summer sale section is currently overflowing with items I'm clamoring to add to my suitcase. However, since I'm working to exercise some self control with my shopping this season, I've narrowed down my list to the 10 pieces I'm eyeing for every one of my trips this summer. From maxi dresses to breezy linen pants, these versatile staples will prepare me for every occasion—and most importantly, everything is under $100. Even on the hottest summer days, you'll rarely catch me wearing shorts, which is why I've been working on expanding my collection of loose-fitting, flowy pants to travel in. This pair from Zella has a stretchy, elastic waistband so I won't worry about it digging into my skin, and its wide-leg design won't stifle me in tight fabric or restrict movement. Plus, pleats down the front create a more dressed-up finish than other trousers in my collection, so I'll be able to style them for a fancy dinner or a day of sightseeing by simply switching my shoes and top. Best of all? They're currently on sale for 50 percent off. I've had one too many vacations on which I packed the wrong footwear and was left with blisters as my only souvenirs from the trip—but not anymore. These strappy sandals are from Vionic, a podiatrist-approved brand, which instantly elevates their status in my travel wardrobe. They're open-toed and have a platform design that keeps my feet further from the ground. The footbeds are well-cushioned with essential arch support so I can comfortably spend long days on my feet. Uppers made from supple leather will only grow softer with time, plus the adjustable buckle closure means I'll be able to alter the fit when my feet inevitably swell in the summer heat. I practically live in tank tops during the summer, but after a recent closet cleanout, I was faced with the startling realization that so many of my favorite tanks were in dire need of replacement. Since I've been a big fan of boatnecks lately, I was instantly drawn to this Free People ribbed tank top that hits at the hips and comes in my favorite deep blue shade. It's made from a super-soft cotton blend that will get increasingly more comfortable with every wear, and the simple cut gives it endless styling potential. It's on sale for 40 percent off in select shades, while plain colors like black and white are available for $38. I've come to value maxi skirts as my go-to bottoms during the summer since they allow me a full range of movement, are undeniably stylish, and (in my opinion) are far more comfortable than mini skirts. The Topshop Techy Maxi Skirt has a forgiving elastic waistband that won't dig into my skin if I wear it during a flight, and it falls right at the ankles so I don't have to think about excess fabric grazing the ground while I walk. I can already see myself styling it with sandals and a mini tank during the summer, but it'll also remain a mainstay in my wardrobe well into the fall. Even when I'm traveling, I still always make time for a quick run or long walk to stay active and maintain some semblance of a routine (can you tell I'm a type-A traveler?). So, since I try to keep my selection of workout gear fresh, I've been eyeing this sleek pair of Sweaty Betty leggings with an adjustable elastic waistband that's flattering and comfy. The thick waistband won't roll over while I'm sitting, and the stretchy polyester blend will flatter my curves without stifling me in the heat. The slate blue shade is on sale for 43 percent off right now, and they're so stylish that I could see them becoming my go-to for travel days. If you take a quick scan through my latest style Pinterest board, you'll find it's filled with images of nearly identical sweater vest-style tops with buttons down the front and a distinct '90s-era charm. Of course, after I spotted the Madewell Knit V-neck Sweater Vest, I knew it was exactly what I needed to fulfill my summer style vision—and it's currently on sale for just $39 in the perfect ivory shade. The knit top displays gorgeous detailing, including ruffles around the pointed collars and delicate embroidery down the front, and it's made from a largely cotton blend that will remain in great condition well past this season. Whether I pair it with a maxi skirt or flowy trousers, I'm sure this will be the most reached-for item in my suitcase on my next trip. If I could wear only one style of clothing for the rest of my life, there's no doubt in my mind I would opt for maxi dresses. With that in mind, this flirty and feminine option is a must-have in the most stunning dusty purple shade, and I'm already imagining myself strolling around the Hamptons wearing it on a bachelorette weekend at the end of the summer. The flowy, tiered skirt is simple but far from plain, and I'm especially enamored by the puff sleeves and ruched bodice detailing. Worn with an oversized tote bag and a pair of kitten heels, this 100 percent cotton dress will be a head-turner on my summer travel agenda—and it's under $100. I love traveling in linen. It's lightweight, breathable, and offers the perfect drape that's easy to dress up or down. Luckily, this pair of wide-leg pants delivers all of that in spades. The adjustable elastic waistband makes these trousers glorified lounge pants, so I'm positive they'll be a comfy (and stylish) choice on long flights, and they'll also match everything in my suitcase. They're great for the heat, have deep pockets for storing essentials while sightseeing, and even come in three dreamy neutral shades, although it's the black pair I'm buying while they're on sale for $56. With Cape Cod and the Hamptons on my travel agenda this summer, I'm obviously going to need to snag a new bathing suit to prepare for my beachside adventures. Lands' End is known for its high-quality garments, so naturally I'm adding this scoop-neck one-piece to my cart. It'll provide just the right amount of coverage while still looking timeless and chic. Adjustable straps will make it easy to achieve a snug and comfortable fit that won't leave me exposed if I'm struck by a rogue wave, and the fabric even provides UPF 50 sun protection which is a must for my sensitive skin. Plus, if I throw a pair of linen pants over top, this one-piece bathing suit can double as a fitted bodysuit, effectively multiplying its styling potential. After recently retiring my favorite pair of ballet flats, I almost instantly added this wine-colored pair of Jeffrey Campbell flats to my cart. I've found ballet flats to be an ideal choice for summer travel since they're lightweight, versatile, and super comfortable—and while I won't be reaching for them during the more active days on my feet, they're perfect for dinner and drinks. I adore the minimalist design of this Mary Jane style, and best of all? They're an impressive (and far more affordable) alternative to this luxe pair from The Row. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
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Ari Aster and John Waters on the Art of Not Compromising
"He looks normal — but he's not!" John Waters said Saturday night, inviting Ari Aster to the stage. "Get on up here!" So began a spellbinding conversation at the Provincetown International Film Festival between two of the most uncompromising film directors — Waters, the rule-breaking icon who serves as the Cape Cod festival's patron saint, and Aster, who came to Provincetown for the first time to accept the festival's Filmmakers on the Edge award, a month before the release of his latest, Eddington. The two filmmakers — who first met years ago at a party at David Sedaris' house — were deeply complimentary of each other, while self-deprecatingly funny about themselves. Aster, for example, volunteered that none of his subsequent films have been as successful as his 2018 breakout Hereditary, which earned $80 million on a $10 million budget. "It's just been a declension ever since," Aster laughed. He joked that when Hereditary was a huge hit, "I took it for granted. I was like, 'Well, that's how it's gonna be.'" Waters countered by noting the intense critical praise for Hereditary, then shared one of his own reviews, Janet Maslin's takedown of his 1977 film Desperate Living: "You could look far and wide to find a more pointlessly ugly movie ... but why would you bother?" From there, the two shared a series of amusing gripes about the state of movies, though their love of filmmaking shined through. "The movie business, as I know it, is over," Waters said at one point, asking Aster if he felt the same. "Well, you know, it's feeling bad," said Aster. "And I'm very lucky. I'm making the films I want to make. But just, you know, the culture at large is feeling just... it's horrible. I don't know. Everything feels bad." In true artistic fashion, he's processing that frustration through storytelling. In Eddington, a Covid horror film set in 2020, Joaquin Phoenix's small-town New Mexico sheriff faces off with Pedro Pascal's mayor, as paranoia and conspiracy theories run rampant. The film addresses American distrust and division. Waters said of Eddington: "There are no heroes. There's no one to root for. That's why I like this so much. The left and the right are both so horrible. Is it possible to have nostalgia for Covid?" The audience roared, though Aster clarified, "I don't know how nostalgic it is." Aster is perhaps the most revered genre filmmaker of recent years, and Waters is a patron saint not just of the Provincetown festival but of bold filmmakers everywhere: Best known for the 1988 hit Hairspray, he broke out in the 1970s with shocking films like 1972's Pink Flamingos and 1974's Female Trouble. He is loved both for his films and for freely speaking his mind. In 2023, for example, after Aster's 179-minute, surrealistic tragicomedy Beau is Afraid failed at the box office and received divisive reviews, Waters delightedly named it the best film of the year. Though Waters and Aster joked about their occasional bad reviews, Waters said he sort of misses the era when critics had more influence. "It used to be, in the old days, if you had an art film and you got a ringing review in The New York Times, it was a hit, and if you got a bad review, it definitely failed," Waters said. "Now, a rave review doesn't make any difference, but if there's a bad review, it still fails. So I don't know. I miss the power of the critics in a way." Waters and Aster shared amusement and frustration with all the forces pushing them toward compromise, including focus groups (which Waters calls "fuck-us groups," because of how their input can dilute a filmmaker's vision). Waters noted that A24, which distributes Aster's films, is like a modern version of Harvey Weinstein's Miramax, without Weinstein's baggage. He also told Aster that Weinstein once offered to release his 1998 film Pecker — if he would change a key location. "If it's not a gay bar and it's a titty bar, I'll do it," Waters quoted Weinstein telling him. (Waters passed.) Aster, meanwhile, talked about studio executives who always ask him to shorten his films. "That's always a big fight while I'm editing," he said. "But how do you win?" asked Waters. "It's just a long negotiation," said Aster. "I've never been pushed to in any way compromise the films at all. It's always just, get them shorter. Which, you know, if anybody were in the room hearing the arguments, they would not be on my side." Asked if he'd ever had trouble with the ratings board, he noted that his 2019 film Midsommar briefly had an NC-17, before he ultimately got an R. Waters recalled that at one point, he was told he couldn't use the title Pecker: "I said, 'How about Shaft? How about Free Willy?" The Q&A ended on a sincere note as Aster told Waters how much his films have meant to him. "It's really an honor to receive this from you, John," Aster said as he accepted the Filmmaker on the Edge award. "You're one of my heroes, and when I was growing up, your films were a real North Star for me." Main image: Ari Aster and John Waters. MovieMaker. Related Headlines 12 Shameful Movies That Glamorize the Devil Goldfinger: 12 Behind the Scenes Photos of James Bond at His Best Kites Director Walter Thompson-Hernandez on Violence the Poetry in the Favelas of Rio de Janeiro
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Murray Bartlett Thought Leaving NYC Could Hurt His Career — Then Landed The White Lotus
When Murray Bartlett moved to the Provincetown, Massachusetts area a few years ago, he feared that it could cost him acting roles. He'd moved from his native Australia to New York City, after all, to be available for as many opportunities as possible. But he was drawn to the Provincetown region — an idyllic LGBTQ+ and arts mecca at the tip of Cape Cod — because of the chance to be close to nature, to enjoy woods and beaches away from the tumult of a big city. It felt like the right thing to do at that stage in his life, even if it diminished his professional opportunities. Then he got his best role to date — playing a pushed-to-the-limit resort employee on the first season of Mike White's The White Lotus. His career exploded just after he turned 50, and The White Lotus led to opportunities on shows like The Last of Us and Nine Perfect Strangers, and in new films like Opus, released earlier this year, and Ponyboi, out later this month. He's been nominated for two Emmys, and is incredibly in-demand. "I knew I wanted to live here," he told producer Christine Vachon during a Q&A this past weekend at the Provincetown International Film Festival, where he received PIFF's award for Excellence in Acting. "I was nervous at leaving the city but it felt like a thing that was important to me for my life. ... I feel like I followed the things that felt good for me in my life." That meant he was "happy and grounded," he said, when the opportunity arose, soon after he left New York, to star on The White Lotus. He also started to hone in on the question, "What are the stories that I really want to tell? And so that's sort of been my guiding principle from from then on." Vachon, known for such acclaimed films as Far from Heaven, Boys Don't Cry, One Hour Photo, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Carol, May December and the brand-new The Materialists, noted that Murray Bartlett is such a chameleon that the first time they met for a meeting, she passed by without recognizing him. He recounted for the Provincetown audience on Saturday evening that he got his start as an actor when his brother accidentally knocked out his two front teeth with a hammer, while trying to kill a spider back home in Australia. Bartlett had to go to speech therapy to learn to enunciate after his injury. That involved delivering lots of monologues — and he found that he loved it. Also Read: Plainclothes Wins Best Narrative Feature at Provincetown International Film Festival When he started acting professionally, he scored big roles on the Australian shows headLand and Neighbours. When he moved to New York City in 2000, his first big role was on Sex and the City. It made him realize he could make it as an actor in the United States. Moving to Provincetown wasn't the first time he left New York City, certain that it would hurt his career — and then had the opposite happen. He recounted that he moved to Egypt during the Arab Spring to pursue a relationship with an Egyptian man, and ended up growing a mustache to try to fit in better with the locals. "A lot of people had facial hair, so I grew a mustache to try and fit in," he told Vachon. "Then I got a call to audition for Looking, and so I just I did my first audition from Cairo, and I'm pretty sure the mustache had quite a lot to do with me getting the role." His work on White Lotus included a hilariously explicit sex scene that many in the largely gay audience clearly remembered. Bartlett recalled that before appearing on the show, he spoke only briefly with White, mostly about how explicit he was willing to be. 'When I met with Mike, we only had a 45-minute meeting before we started shooting, and that was to talk about — rimming, really," he said. The crowd erupted in laughter and applause. "This is a man who knows his audience," noted Vachon. Main image: Murray Bartlett at the Provincetown International Film Festival. MovieMaker. Related Headlines 13 Awesome '90s Movies Only Cool Kids Remember Plainclothes Wins Best Narrative Feature at Provincetown International Film Festival 5 Ugly Abraham Lincoln Facts No One Likes to Talk About
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Visit The Great White Shark Capital Of The World In Cape Cod
In Barnstable, Massachusetts, a sign at Sandy Neck beach informs visitors about white sharks ... More frequenting these waters. A half-century after Jaws was filmed in New England, great white sharks have gone from fearsome foes to income-generating tourist attractions. The waters around Cape Cod, Massachusetts boast one of the largest seasonal populations of white sharks in the world, thanks in part to efforts to conserve these iconic ocean animals. Hundreds of white sharks congregate in the North Atlantic to feed each year from May through October, making Cape Cod's coastal communities a popular place to see these apex predators up close. 'The number one reason people visit Cape Cod is because of outdoor recreation. Part of that experience these days is the recognition that sharks are here,' says Paul Niedzwiecki, CEO for the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce. Ocean-related tourism is a bedrock of the region. In 2023, visitors to Cape Cod spent $2.7 billion, supporting over 14,000 jobs, according to the Chamber. Sharks are a big part of the Cape's 'blue economy', Niedzwiecki says. 'Retail establishments across the Cape are selling great white shark paraphernalia. We have tours that go out to see sharks and a scientific industry that's grown up around sharks.' The boom in shark-viewing tourism in Cape Cod is evidence that the public is starting to see sharks as something to save rather than something to kill. While some blame Jaws for giving sharks a bad rap by falsely portraying them as villainous man-eaters, others believe the movie drew much-needed attention to sharks. 'The movie was the red carpet that paved the way for their conservation,' says John Mandelman, Vice President and Chief Scientist of the Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life at the New England Aquarium. 'Many people have become mesmerized and fascinated with sharks through Jaws.' Mandelman points to recent instances when white sharks have been stranded on a Cape Cod beach as a case in point for the shift in perception of sharks. 'We've had lines of people pouring water over their gills and helping them get them back into the ocean, similar to what would happen with a dolphin,' he says. The burgeoning excitement about sharks is especially evident in children's excitement about the animals. When families visit the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in Chatham, Massachusetts, 'young kids come in wearing their shark backpack and their favorite shark shirt,' says Marianna Walsh, Chief Operating Officer. 'They don't have that same fear as the adults who learned about sharks from movies like Jaws.' Instead, the kids spout facts about sharks, including the predators' important role in balancing the ocean's ecosystem. Sharks have a lot more to fear from humans than vice versa. While we are decidedly not on their menu, sharks are eaten by many people around the world. Millions of these predators are killed each year for their meat and fins, or as bycatch by fishers targeting other species like tuna or cod. One-third of the world's 1,200 shark and ray species are threatened with extinction, according to a report released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature in November 2024. In contrast, only 4 people died from unprovoked shark attacks last year across the globe, according to the International Shark Attack File. None of those fatalities happened in the Continental U.S. Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's Shark Center in Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts. (Photo by: ... More Lindsey Nicholson/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) New England's dense number of great whites is a success story when it comes to saving sharks. Scientists estimate that about 800 white sharks visited the waters surrounding Cape Cod from 2015 to 2018, according to research published in 2023 in Marine Ecology Progress Series. This is nearly three times the number of white sharks estimated to swim off California's central coast. This rise in great white shark sightings off Cape Cod is due to a few reasons. First, the U.S. government and Massachusetts prohibit the capture or killing of white sharks. The halt in shark hunting has likely helped their populations recover. Second, grey seals—white sharks' main food source—have rebounded, thanks to the Marine Mammal Protection Act passed in 1972. New England's seal populations were wiped out by commercial fishing by the 1960s, but now number in the tens of thousands. Third, more people are on and in the water with cameras. Both scientists and citizens are actively looking for sharks, which means they are finding more and also learning more about their behavior. 'Seeing so many white sharks in shallow waters every year is a great sign that fisheries management works,' Mandelman says. 'This is a really healthy sign for the ecosystem.' Even though many more white sharks are feeding off Cape Cod, only one attack was reported in the past 87 years. This may be due in part to the uptick in education around sharks. 'Anytime you go to the beach or go into the ocean, you're going into a wild environment,' Walsh notes. 'Just like going into the mountains to hike, visitors should educate themselves and be aware of the wildlife that's present.' Shark-smart practices include staying in groups while swimming, surfing or paddling, and avoiding murky water or places with seals or large schools of fish. When visiting outer beaches on the Cape, Walsh recommends staying in waist-deep water close to shore. Another way to stay aware is the Sharktivity App, which has been downloaded 500,000 times. Citizens can upload photos of white shark sightings, which are then confirmed by scientists. The app also shows the whereabouts of more than 300 white sharks tagged by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. According to the app, four white sharks have been sighted around Cape Cod since May 11, 2025. The shallow water and sandy beaches in Chatham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts is a popular summer ... More destination for people and white sharks alike. Several eco-tour companies on Cape Cod offer boat trip excursions to view white sharks. These trips cost around $2,000 each. Charter companies often use a spotter plane to direct the boats to sharks. It's a more responsible, wildlife-friendly way for tourists to engage with sharks, as opposed to cage diving or baiting these predators. Both of these activities are illegal in Massachusetts. Besides the sheer number of white sharks that hunt here each summer, Cape Cod is also the best place to see these animals because the coast's topography makes it easy to spot them in the shallows. Plus, you might glimpse one of the other 15 species of sharks that frequent New England waters, like a blue or basking shark. 'Our sandbars and really shallow shoals give us reliable access to the animals. We can actually find them,' Walsh says. Tourists can sometimes spot their favorite white shark more than once. Much like the flukes of humpback whales, each white shark is recognizable by its unique pigment patterns and dorsal fin shape. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's online logbook has photos of 700 white sharks, helping visitors or beachgoers identify any sharks they may spot. Each one is named, from Agnes to Zuzu. As white sharks continue to generate income for communities and inspire awe among tourists, Mandelman hopes Cape Cod's example of successful human-shark co-existence will kickstart more shark conservation around the world. "White sharks in New England can be a gateway to protecting other species that need our help,' he says.
