The Stephen A. Smith Hottest Take Award
Mayor retaining office; Jackie’s influence on the trip; Jaws 2 ending New Hollywood
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- The mayor retaining office after the first film is called an extreme sequel contrivance; lawsuits and prosecution would be expected. — Bill Simmons
- A counterfactual makes hero Brody mayor facing the same financial pressures. A dissent argues corrupt politicians often recover, especially when locals prioritize tourism income. — Chris Ryan
- Even if reelected, the mayor’s repeated denial despite disappearances and a burned body strains credibility. — Sean Fennessey
- Jackie’s arrival fuels the boys’ risky sailing trip; a teen-only story might better explore rivalries and attraction. Boat-sex logistics remain doubtful.
- Jaws 2’s financial success despite ordinary quality, rather than Jaws or Star Wars themselves, is blamed for ending New Hollywood and entrenching sequel economics.