Bog (1979) movie poster

Bog

1979 ·1h 26m · ★ 3.0 (27)

Dynamite fishing in a rural swamp revives a prehistoric gill monster that must have the blood of human females in order to survive.

Why it matters

A late-’70s swamp creature feature that mixes eco-horror with pulpy monster madness, delivering a muddy dive into rural terror and prehistoric nightmares.

  • Practical creature effects evoke the era’s hands-on charm, with a gill monster straight out of a B-movie fever dream.
  • Taps into ’70s environmental anxieties—dynamite fishing awakens a primal force, blending ecological cautionary tale with gruesome thrills.
  • Uneven pacing and dated dialogue won’t fool anyone, but fans of regional low-budget horror will find the film’s swampy atmosphere and earnest performances worth a look.
  • Perfect for viewers who crave a retro creature feature with a cult vibe rather than polished scares or narrative finesse.

Horror DNA

Gore
0
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
0
Supernatural
0
Creature
55
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
50
Cerebral
0
Survival
66

TMDB Keywords

lakeswamp monster

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