Bait (2012) is an intense Australian action-horror film directed by Kimble Rendall that combines elements of suspense, survival, and a gripping shark attack thriller. Set in a coastal town, the story begins with a terrifying natural disaster: a massive tsunami hits, flooding the area and submerging a local supermarket. Amid the chaos, a diverse group of strangers is trapped inside the submerged building, forced to face both the rising water and a more immediate, terrifying threat—a pair of great white sharks that have also found their way into the flooded supermarket.The film follows the survivors as they struggle to escape the supermarket, navigating through the water-filled aisles, all while being hunted by the predatory sharks lurking beneath the surface. The tension builds as they must rely on their wits, courage, and teamwork to survive. Among them are a mix of characters with different backgrounds and personal struggles, including a young couple, a troubled ex-cop, and a group of thieves—all of whom must learn to work together in the face of deathAs the survivors attempt to find an escape route, they discover that time is running out—the water is rising, and the sharks are getting closer. The film plays with the characters’ fear and desperation, forcing them to make life-or-death decisions. The survivors must confront their own fears, insecurities, and even past mistakes as they try to stay alive. With limited resources and an increasingly dangerous environment, the tension and drama heighten with each passing moment.Bait cleverly uses its setting to create a claustrophobic atmosphere, making the supermarket both a place of safety and a death trap. The sharks, which initially seem like a secondary threat, become the central force of terror as they pick off the survivors one by one. The film is a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with edge-of-your-seat moments, while also offering a deeper exploration of human nature in times of crisis.The unique concept of a shark attack taking place in a flooded building sets the film apart from traditional shark thrillers, offering a fresh and inventive take on the genre. The combination of heart-pounding action, emotional depth, and survival instincts makes Bait a thrilling ride from start to finish.