Creature from Black Lake (1976)

This average horror film has been seen in a least a dozen other variations.It’s stereotyped,both in terms of plot and dialog.Highly predictable,with every cliche about Bigfoot,the Yeti,and the Sasquatch,we don’t get anything new.So,in order to get a new angle,you have to add new and interesting characters,and/or situations to bring it to life.And we don’t even get that.Who are these non-entities showing up in the film?I’ve never heard of any of them.the only redeeming element is the presence of the mighty Jack Elam,given a roaring,scenery-chewing performance that really brings the picture to life.But,sad to say,he isn’t around long enough.