Is ignorance really bliss, or are we better off knowing the terrors lurking beneath the ocean's surface? A daring content creator from Greece, Odysseas Froilan, decided to confront this age-old question by plunging his GoPro camera into the mysterious depths of the sea.

Our vast, enigmatic oceans cover the majority of our planet, yet remain largely unexplored. The recent incident of a young girl falling overboard on a Disney Cruise serves as a stark reminder of the ocean's unpredictable nature. Fortunately, her story ended well, but it could easily have turned tragic. Meanwhile, Froilan's underwater footage could very well shift your perception of the seas forever.

Inspired by curiosity, Froilan dropped his GoPro over the side of a cruise ship, capturing the wonders and horrors lurking below. At first, the footage is serene, with fish casually swimming past the camera as it descends to rest beside the ship's anchor. However, once the sun sets, the footage transforms into something reminiscent of a horror movie.

With night vision mode activated, the ocean's darkness becomes palpable, evoking a sense of dread. Suddenly, shadows morph into the recognizable forms of sharks, swimming ominously close to the camera. The transition from playful daytime scenes to the chilling night captures leaves a lasting impact, reaffirming the ocean's dual nature of beauty and danger.

Viewer reactions were swift and varied. One remarked on the stark contrast in their feelings, from delight to terror. Another pointed out the primal fear evoked by a shark emerging from the shadows. It's an experience that, even from the comfort of home, can make one's heart race with fear.

A particularly insightful comment highlighted the difference between daytime and nocturnal marine life, noting how most sharks are night-time hunters. It's a reminder to think twice before taking a plunge into the ocean at night. As one viewer aptly concluded, 'No, thank you - I think I'd prefer to stay on board the cruise ship.'