Hot Spring Shark Attack

This special limited edition slipcover (designed by Johnny Ryan) is limited to 1,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.

Utopia is a film acquisitions, sales, and technology company with a ‘filmmaker first’ approach. Utopia focuses on creating new revenue and monetization opportunities, improving the direct-to-consumer experience, and helping filmmakers maintain a global presence. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is thrilled to be representing Utopia's brand new line of home video releases!

In a small hot spring town in Japan, a ferocious ancient shark reawakens and begins terrorizing the local hot spring facilities. As the threat escalates, the townspeople band together to protect their beloved town from the menacing predator, leading to a fierce and thrilling battle.

directed by: Morito Inoune
starring: Shoichiro Akaboshi, Takuya Fujimura, Kiyobumi Kaneko, Koichi Makigami, Masaki Naito, Mio Takaki, Shigeo Ôsako
2024 / 77 min / 2.35:1 / Japanese DTS-HD MA 5.1

Additional info:

• Region A Blu-ray
  
• Audio commentary by assistant director / special effects coordinator Jun Shimazaki and writer/ director Morihito Inoue
• Crowdfunding promotional video
• Social Media Trailers
• Atami Monster Film Festival Trailer
• "Fake News" Teaser Trailer
• "Hot Spa Shark" Early Teaser Trailer
• Recording the musical score
• Footage of the 3D Billboard Advertisement in Shinjuku
• Making the Practical Special Effects
• Making the Visual Effects
• "Scorching War Song" - Theme from Hot Spring Shark Attack music video
• Audience footage from the 2024 Tokyo International Shark Film Festival
• Booklet with new writing by film critic Sam Cohen
• English subtitles