The cold is starting to frustrate me a little, although it is so much warmer here in Virginia Beach than it was when I was at home in Pennsylvania last week. While I was there I didn't time thinking about my days in the cryptid and paranormal community. When I got back yesterday I decided to continue that with a Mountain Devil marathon. Next up is 2022s Mountain Devil 2.
Plot: In 1976 a book was published titled "The Creature" that swept over Bigfoot enthusiasts and researchers all over the state of Pennsylvania. Since then, it has been the most quoted work on the subject of Bigfoot. But, who was the author and was there any truth in the story?
To me, movies like this are more about the information and story than the overall quality and technical aspects. This low budget investigative docudrama has an interesting story and drives into a unique piece of Pennsylvanian lore. While less about Bigfoot itself and more of an investigation into the origin and Prentiss truths in the book The Creature, this one is a mixture of interviews and dramatizations based on excerpts from the book. Featuring a large group out local investigators, it movie does provide some insight into the research that has taken place. Unfortunately, this one did drag a little and did not really drive into the Bigfoot mythos. Something that will definitely turn off some enthusiasts that are looking for a straight forward documentary. Fortunately for me, having grown up in the area, the focus on the local lore kept me engaged throughout. While there are side solid cinematography aspects, some of the material feels underwhelming and that does seem to impact the pace. In the end, this one won't be for all cryptid enthusiasts, but if you enjoy a piece based on a legend and the potential research of that legend, give it a shot.
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