Michael_Elliott Bigfoot (2006) ** (out of 4) This low-budget horror film isn't going to be mistaken for a masterpiece but it's certainly much better than you'd expect it to be. The story is pretty simple as a man gets thrown out of the Army so he returns to his hometown where his father just recently died. The man strikes it up with his old friend who just happens to be the Sheriff now and soon they're thrown into a mystery surrounding several mutilated deers. When humans start showing up ripped apart they soon realize that it's not a bear doing the damage but instead Bigfoot. Is BIGFOOT a good movie? Not at all. What it is however is a pretty impressive "B" movie that really tries to be a throwback to the 80s direct-to-video titles and on this level the film works pretty well. Director Bob Gray does a very good job directing this film as he does the one thing great that usually kills these types of films and that's the pacing. A lot of these movies appear to have just been slung together and the pacing is all over the map but that's not the case here. I was really impressed with the way Gray kept the film moving at a good pace and even more impressive is that he actually tries to build up a story to go along with the horror elements. There's a backstory dealing with the main character's discharge from the Army and we even get a few bits and pieces from the other characters. Not all of these backstory works too well but at the same time at least the director shows he could add this stuff and work it into the material. The performances are another plus with Todd Cox doing a good job in the lead role and Gray himself is good playing the buddy/Sheriff. I've seen countless low-budget Bigfoot movies as the monster is without question my favorite "myth" character. The outfit design here of Bigfoot is without question the best I've seen. I really liked the wrinkled-up face and even the hair on the outfit looked believable. Just compare the outfit here to any other Bigfoot movie and I'll think even the most jaded person will be impressed. As is the case with a lot of these type of movies, the film eventually runs out of gas around the one hour mark and the final showdown with the creature isn't nearly as good as some of the earlier moments in the film. With that said, if you're a fan of this type of picture then it's certainly worth checking out.

toxic-orange-pekoe Bigfoot may not seem like a good movie at first, but once you give it a chance it really picks up! The style of the film is done well and the actors are pretty good at their roles. It may seem corny, but with films like these that's what I like! The director did a good job making the movie a bit of a thrill yet giving the viewer a lot of good laughs. I don't see too many of these movies being made anymore, so this is refreshing.If you get the chance to check out this movie, and you're a fan of some good old B movie fun I highly recommend checking out Bigfoot!! I saw it on the big screen and seeing it with a big audience really makes the experience more worthwhile!

Boss Hogg Interesting twist on the Bigfoot legend. Instead of the friendly, forest dwelling, gorilla with a hearth, this one is kicking butt in the morning and taking names in the evening.The production is better than the budget would suggest. Pleasantly surprising acting by Bob Gray and the rest of the crew.After surviving a few low budget film projects, the overall quality of this film was outstanding. You're able to enjoy the story line instead of constantly noticing production defects.A terrific soundtrack from Michael Stanley, Second Shade, and other incredible musicians adds to the luster of this film. I look forward to watching it again.

Kelly Bakst Sure - it's a B movie - but it was fun to watch. The bigfoot was cool, the story had it's moments, and the actors did a good job. I agree - Bob Gray was great.In addition, I would agree - it goes to show just what can be done on a limited budget - when you really have a passion for making movies. I would have expected - and appreciated - some more nudity, but oh well. :)If you dig horror movies, you need to get this one. A great way to spend an evening watching something that isn't "the genre of the week" - go for it.