Shark! was a movie released in 1969, starring Burt Reynolds as Caine, a gunrunner who finds himself stranded in Sudan, making unlikely friends and facing dangerous situations. This article will delve into unique behind-the-scenes details about the making of the film, presenting interesting facts about the filming locations and other unknown trivia.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico, a beautiful coastal city in the Mexican Pacific. Although the plot was set in Sudan, the production decided to shoot in Mexico instead. The filming took place from Apr 10, 1967, to May 12, 1967.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Burt Reynolds | Caine |
| Arthur Kennedy | Doc |
| Barry Sullivan | Prof. Dan Mallare |
| Silvia Pinal | Anna |
| Enrique Lucero | Inspector Barok |
| Manuel Alvarado | Latalla |
| Carlos Barry | Runt |
| José Chávez | Lieutenant (uncredited) |
| Cecilia Leger | Elderly Woman (uncredited) |
| Jose Marco | Pedro (uncredited) |
| Emilia Suart | Asha (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed by Samuel Fuller and Rafael Portillo, and the main actors were Burt Reynolds, Arthur Kennedy, and Barry Sullivan.
- While the narrative of the film is set in Sudan, the actual filming was done in Mexico.
- The movie runtime is 92 minutes, and it falls under the genres of Action, Adventure, and Thriller.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico
- Latitude: 19.0536292
- Longitude: -104.3170724
- Place ID: ChIJGT67FzTUJIQRSw1156rps90
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico
- Timezone: America/Mexico_City
