Jewel thieves attempt to recover treasure from piranha infested waters. Mistrust and betrayals happen amongst the gang in the quest for gold.
Practical Effects
The piranha puppets look like angry bath toys.
Production
Shot in Brazil, looks like a mall aquarium.
Costume
Karen Black's entire wardrobe defies physics and taste.
Director
Antonio Margheriti
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Antonio Margheriti made this to cash in on Jaws mania, but the 1979 release date meant it arrived after the shark craze had already peaked.
The film was originally titled 'Piranha, Piranha, Piranha' until Universal threatened legal action over Jaws ripoff confusion.
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