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Two men exploring the Louisiana swamps encounter a Bigfoot-type creature.Two men exploring the Louisiana swamps encounter a Bigfoot-type creature.Two men exploring the Louisiana swamps encounter a Bigfoot-type creature.
Cathryn Hartt
- Eve - Waitress
- (as Catherine McClenny)
Joy N. Houck Jr.
- Prof. Burch
- (as J.N. Houck Jr.)
I.M. 'Buddy' Brumley Jr.
- Barber
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writer
- All cast & crew
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Did you know
- TriviaRe-released theatrically in 1982 as part of a multi-film package called "5 Deranged Features". Also on the bill were Dracula vs. Frankenstein (1971) (under the title 'They're Coming to Get You'), The Wizard of Gore (1970) (under the title 'House of Torture'), Shriek of the Mutilated (1974) and The Corpse Grinders (1971) (under the title 'Night of the Howling Beast').
- GoofsWhen Rives is attacked by the creature while in the van, he defends himself by stabbing the creature multiple times. Seconds later, the creature pushes the van down the hill, causing Rives to be thrown to the back, at which time you can see that his knife is still in the sheath on his belt.
- Quotes
Joe Canton: I'm gonna get my shotgun and make a rug outta that damn thing!
- ConnectionsFeatured in Trailer Trauma (2016)
- SoundtracksExits and Truckstops
Written and Performed by Jim McCullough Jr.
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Very impressive
This was one of the many low-budget Bigfoot movies made in the 70s, all of which were probably attempts to cash in on the success of "The Legend of Boggy Creek," which somehow took in $20 million. Despite being unoriginal, I think this is a MUCH better movie than "Creek" and possibly the best Bigfoot movie ever made, take that as you will.
Whereas "Creek" suffered from having no plot, no main characters, and insane musical numbers, "Lake" has a tense, engaging story with a great cast. The last 15 minutes are unexpectedly suspenseful and had me hooked. It also has some very funny scenes, especially during the second half when we are introduced to Trapper Joe (played by fantastic character actor Jack Elam). Joe is hilarious, although I'm still slightly creeped out by the fact that he had a large doll hanging by a string in his bedroom.
Besides the characters, I also just like the look and feel of this movie, with the brown, dusty backgrounds and eerie forests. The settings are great and create an unforgettable atmosphere. If you're looking for a low-budget thriller that, while not exactly scary, is at least fun and exciting, this one is hard to beat.
Whereas "Creek" suffered from having no plot, no main characters, and insane musical numbers, "Lake" has a tense, engaging story with a great cast. The last 15 minutes are unexpectedly suspenseful and had me hooked. It also has some very funny scenes, especially during the second half when we are introduced to Trapper Joe (played by fantastic character actor Jack Elam). Joe is hilarious, although I'm still slightly creeped out by the fact that he had a large doll hanging by a string in his bedroom.
Besides the characters, I also just like the look and feel of this movie, with the brown, dusty backgrounds and eerie forests. The settings are great and create an unforgettable atmosphere. If you're looking for a low-budget thriller that, while not exactly scary, is at least fun and exciting, this one is hard to beat.
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- Sep 21, 2006
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- Runtime1 hour 31 minutes
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- 2.35 : 1
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