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By Marty Brown
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Creature search turns into story of murder, drugs, racism.
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Sasquatch
What's the Story?
Sasquatch begins with journalist David Holthouse's personal experience back in 1993. While working on a cannabis farm in Northern California, Holthouse began to hear stories about Bigfoot sightings. One night, he overheard someone describe finding three men who had been killed by the legendary creature. But when Holthouse investigates the nearly 30-year-old story, the hunt to find the real Sasquatch turns into something bigger and more dangerous than he ever could have imagined.
Is It Any Good?
Unique among its true crime peers, David Holthouse's investigation into a Northern California bigfoot myth feels similar to other genre-bending documentaries like Catfish and Nathan for You's "Finding Frances." Like those touchstones, Sasquatch begins with a simple investigation but quickly becomes about something bigger and thornier than the investigators could have imagined. Holthouse's journey careens from legendary creatures into crime, drugs, race, history, and trauma before finally asking what drives people to want to solve mysteries in the first place. It's an unexpected treat.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Bigfoot. What is the Sasquatch discussed in the documentary? Why do you think people believe in mythical creatures?
The series features many colorful characters sharing their stories. If you could make a documentary, who would you interview?
As a journalist, how does Holthouse make decisions? What investigative techniques does he use?
TV Details
- Premiere date : April 20, 2021
- Network : Hulu
- Genre : Reality TV
- TV rating :
- Last updated : May 5, 2021
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