Snowbeast
Horror
TV Release (US)
~ The legendary creature is half man... Half animal... And a cold blooded killer! ~
Overview:
A skier and his wife visit a friend's ski resort during a man beast's rampage, and must hide from the impending danger.
Director:
Herb Wallerstein
Status:
Released
Language:
English
Buget:
$0.00
Revenue:
Key words:
Cast
Bo Svenson
~ as ~
Gar Seberg
Sylvia Sidney
Mrs. Carrie Rill
Yvette Mimieux
Ellen Seberg
Robert Logan
Tony Rill
Clint Walker
Sheriff Paraday
Thomas Babson
Buster
Annie McEnroe
Heidi
Victor Raider-Wexler
Deputy Holt
Jacquie Botts
Betty Jo
Kathy Christopher
Jennifer
Wuchak
Written 5 month(s) ago
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"Jaws" rip-off Bigfoot flick (made for TV)
It's got quite a few positives: Gorgeous alpine locations (filmed at Crested Butte Mtn Ski Resort, Colorado); a very likable 70s' cast, including Robert Logan, Bo Svenson, Yvette Mimieux and Clint Walker; and a decent-looking malevolent creature for a TV film of that era, although you barely get to see him.
Unfortunately the flick lacks originality as the plot rips off "Jaws" verbatim. The only difference is that it takes place at a ski resort rather than a beach and the monster is a sasquatch rather than a shark. Like "Jaws" there's a scene where a bear is hunted and killed, making the skiers think the slopes are safe again, but the main characters know it's not the culprit; one of them even states that the dead bear's stomach should be opened up to see if human remains can be found. I hope Peter Benchley got royalties!
Despite the similarities, "Snowbeast" lacks the suspense and pizazz of "Jaws." It's actually kind of boring, but worthwhile if you're in an alpine mood; or if you're a fan of the four stars. Any film with Clint Walker can't be all bad, after all. Plus Yvette looks cute in a tight ski outfit.
FINAL SAY: I've seen "Snowbeast" three times now and always enjoy it despite its lack of originality and slightly lethargic spirit. It's a must for devotees of the Bigfoot mythos, as well as fans of the cast and those wanting to see great alpine locations. Just keep in mind it's a 70's TV movie.
It runs 1 hour, 37 minutes.
GRADE: C+