Robert Morgan reigns supreme as perhaps the world's coolest authority on Bigfoot. Compact and bald, with a mustache and goatee that makes him resemble a more virile version of Donald Pleasence as Loomis in Halloween, this self-described "tough, hard driving" man's fiercely rugged personality and boundless determination when it comes to finding Sasquatch and confirming that the creature does indeed exist to a skeptical outside world makes for positively galvanizing viewing as Morgan leads an expedition into the Pacific Northwest wilderness in Washington state in search of the legendary forest-dwelling giant. Accompanied by a catchy banjo and harmonica bluegrass score and a loyal band of hippie-like fellow believers, Morgan braves intense heat and perils aplenty while embarking on his quest, but not even bruising his ribs is enough to stop Morgan from plugging away. Alas, a forest fire rains on everyone's parade, thereby leading to a simply devastating bummer ending. Boasting lots of breathtaking footage of the gorgeously verdant sylvan scenery as well as a plethora of fascinating information on Sasquatch, this documentary further benefits from its endearingly sincere and honest tone to its subject matter: The Bigfoot researchers are treated with utmost respect and there isn't even the faintest trace of any snarky cynicism to be found at any given moment. Essential viewing for Bigfoot buffs.
Review of In Search of Bigfoot
