INTERVIEWING MONSTERS AND BIGFOOT

Cinemavixion Review

Thomas Smugala's 2019 mockumentary, "Interviewing Monsters and Bigfoot," offers a darkly comedic and absurd take on obsession and grief. The film centers on Cory Mathis (portrayed by Les Stroud), a by-the-book professor whose life unravels when he believes a mythical creature is responsible for his wife's death. Driven by a thirst for revenge, Mathis teams up with a seasoned Bigfoot hunter, Fran Andersen (Stacy Brown Jr.), to not only prove the creature's existence but to interview other mythical beings along the way. The narrative is further complicated by a by-the-book forest ranger, Billy Teal (Tom Green), a covert agency, and a serial hoaxer, adding layers of chaotic intrigue. While the film received a modest 3.2 rating on IMDb, its unique premise and the blend of comedy with a twisted, dysfunctional protagonist make it a noteworthy, albeit unconventional, viewing experience. The involvement of Canadian comedic talent Tom Green alongside survival expert Les Stroud adds an interesting dynamic to this wilderness-bound quest for answers and vengeance.