IIRC, the Polynesians in that movie were actually heating/throwing ulu or Samoan breadfruit, to the sharks. I vaguely remember seeing that movie when I was a kid. I could be wrong, though.
In reality, Polynesians, especially Hawai'ians, hold much reverence for sharks and consider them "gods" or in some cases, 'aumakua or the spirit/soul of a dead ancestor. This especially holds true for older Hawai'ians but the belief is still passed down to modern times.
Info here if you are so inclined: https://www.moolelo.com/sharks.html
I always had a healthy respect for sharks. Growing up surfing/spearing etc you just accepted the risks of the ocean. I've had gray reef shark(s) "charge" me while spearing in Marshall Islands. It will definitely get your heart rate up and your "you know what" will pucker. I've seen 100 lb Ahi come up chomped clean in half while fishing. And have seen big tiger sharks cruising while diving. Impressive animals.
In reality, Polynesians, especially Hawai'ians, hold much reverence for sharks and consider them "gods" or in some cases, 'aumakua or the spirit/soul of a dead ancestor. This especially holds true for older Hawai'ians but the belief is still passed down to modern times.
Info here if you are so inclined: https://www.moolelo.com/sharks.html
I always had a healthy respect for sharks. Growing up surfing/spearing etc you just accepted the risks of the ocean. I've had gray reef shark(s) "charge" me while spearing in Marshall Islands. It will definitely get your heart rate up and your "you know what" will pucker. I've seen 100 lb Ahi come up chomped clean in half while fishing. And have seen big tiger sharks cruising while diving. Impressive animals.