The Legend of Boggy Creek
directed by: Charles B. Pierce, year: 1972
actors: Charles B. Pierce
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Description:
The Legend of Boggy Creek is a 1972 low-budget horror‑doc that chronicles reported encounters with the Fouke Monster of Boggy Creek, Arkansas. Directed by Charles B. Pierce, the film uses interviews, re‑enactments, and a found‑footage style to create a convincing documentary tone. Its rustic authenticity and sensational creature lore helped launch the 1970s creature feature boom and inspired countless imitators in independent horror, highlighting the DIY charm of the era.
Keywords:
Bigfoot, Horror, Documentary, Creature Feature, Folk Horror
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