Gargoyles
After receiving word about a mysterious carcass/skeleton unearthed in the Arizona desert, a father and his daughter decide to remove it from the burial grounds for further study. Once they do so, they, as well as the town, are besieged by a colony of gargoyles living in some nearby caverns.
Why it matters
An atmospheric ’70s creature feature that blends desert gothic with practical effects-driven monster mayhem.
- Early career performance from Jennifer Salt anchors the human drama with quiet sincerity.
- Creature design leans into era-appropriate latex charm, evoking Bottin and Baker’s workshop spirit.
- Taps into the desert-as-frontier motif, turning isolation into palpable dread before the gargoyles descend.
- A niche pick for fans of vintage monster movies and low-key, regional horror with a pulpy heart.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
20
Creature
73
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
66
Monster
