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Tintorera: Killer Shark 1977

★ 3.843 votes85 min📅 1977-04-07

"There's a monstrous killer churning up the sea..."

Dive into the chilling waters of the Mexican East Coast with *Tintorera: Killer Shark* (1977), a gripping 85-minute thriller directed by René Cardona Jr. that blends drama, horror, and suspense.

Director: René Cardona Jr.

Cast

Susan George
Susan George
Gabriella
Hugo Stiglitz
Hugo Stiglitz
Steven
Andrés García
Andrés García
Miguel
Fiona Lewis
Fiona Lewis
Patricia
Jennifer Ashley
Jennifer Ashley
Kelly Madison
Eleazar García
Eleazar García
Crique
Roberto 'El Flaco' Guzmán
Roberto 'El Flaco' Guzmán
Colonado
Priscilla Barnes
Priscilla Barnes
Girl From Bar #1
Laura Lyons
Laura Lyons
Cynthia Madison
Carlos East
Carlos East
Mr. Madison

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Tintorera: Killer Shark* (1977) about?

This 1977 Mexican thriller follows two shark hunters who encounter a terrifying tiger shark while navigating a complicated flirtation with a mysterious British woman. Their hunt for profit quickly turns into a desperate battle for survival as the beast begins terrorizing the coastline with lethal precision.

Who directed *Tintorera: Killer Shark*?

The film was directed by René Cardona Jr., a Mexican filmmaker known for his work in horror and exploitation cinema during the 1970s.

Who stars in *Tintorera: Killer Shark*?

The cast includes Susan George, Hugo Stiglitz, Andrés García, Fiona Lewis, and Jennifer Ashley in key roles.

Is *Tintorera: Killer Shark* (1977) worth watching?

For fans of vintage horror and exploitation thrillers, *Tintorera: Killer Shark* delivers a solid mix of suspense, sun-soaked atmosphere, and B-movie thrills. While not high art, its relentless pacing and pulpy charm make it a cult favorite worth checking out.

How long is *Tintorera: Killer Shark*?

The film runs for 85 minutes.

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About Tintorera: Killer Shark (1977) — A Sun-Soaked Shark Thriller with Deadly Tension

Dive into the chilling waters of the Mexican East Coast with *Tintorera: Killer Shark* (1977), a gripping 85-minute thriller directed by René Cardona Jr. that blends drama, horror, and suspense. The story follows two intrepid shark hunters whose peaceful coexistence with a seductive British expat takes a dark turn when a monstrous tiger shark begins terrorizing the coastline. As tension escalates, their quest for profit clashes with the primal fear of an unstoppable predator, creating a tense, sun-drenched nightmare where beauty and danger swim dangerously close together.

Starring Susan George as the enigmatic British woman, Hugo Stiglitz as one of the hunters, and Andrés García as the rugged counterpart, this film delivers a pulsing mix of romance, violence, and ecological dread. With its sun-soaked beaches, shadowy underwater shots, and relentless pacing, *Tintorera: Killer Shark* offers more than just shark attack thrills—it's a gritty character study wrapped in exploitation cinema gold, perfect for fans of vintage horror that balances style with suspense.