In this episode of Shelf Criticism, Stephen dives into the 2005 tropical thriller Into the Blue. Known for its breathtaking underwater cinematography, Jessica Alba in a bikini, and Paul Walker perpetually shirtless, the film has often been dismissed as a shallow Hollywood spectacle. But is there more lurking beneath the surface? Stephen revisits the film, exploring whether it’s just an extended swimsuit calendar or if it holds genuine suspense and storytelling merit. Spoiler alert: It’s better than you remember, but maybe not by much.

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