Meet Filmmaker Mitch Laing at the Monster Mingle! and see "the bogman."
Get ready for a thrilling encounter at the Boggy Creek Monster Mingle with independent filmmaker Mitch Laing from Monroe, Louisiana! Mitch made waves in the cryptid film scene with his 2023 feature-length Bigfoot movie, "The Bogman." Since then, he’s been busy expanding his cinematic world through Open Heart Productions, creating a series of interconnected creature features all set within a shared universe known as the BCU — the "Bog Creature Universe."
To date, Mitch has completed three feature films in the BCU and is currently working on "The Bog Anthology," a collection of three cryptid-themed short films. At the Boggy Creek Monster Mingle, Mitch will be screening "The Bogman" and giving attendees an exclusive look at one of his newest short films, "Bog Manifest," a western set in the 1800s that features none other than The Bogman himself.Don’t miss this chance to meet Mitch in person! Stop by for a chat about his exciting film universe, buy some films, grab an autograph, and snap a photo with The Bogman!
Mark your calendars and join the monster mayhem at the Boggy Creek Monster Mingle!Saturday, August 30.
Mark your calendars and join the monster mayhem at the Boggy Creek Monster Mingle!Saturday, August 30.
The bogman
A family moves to a Bigfoot tourism town and soon find out the creature is more than legend.
the bog anthology
The BCU continues to grow in this Anthology of three short stories. And three different creatures. We will be screening the short from this anthology titled "Bog Manifest," a period piece about the Bogman in 1887.
Photos from the production of "the bogman"
Step inside the Boggy Creek Boutique during the event and immerse yourself in the world of Bigfoot cinema! Throughout the day, Filmsquatch will be hosting a pop-up Bigfoot Short Film Festival, featuring a curated selection of cryptid-themed short films.From quick, suspenseful tales to immersive mini-epics, these short films range in length from 3 to 30 minutes each. The full lineup will repeat throughout the day, so you can drop in anytime and catch the ones that interest you or stay for the entire block and enjoy the full experience!
🎥 A screening schedule will be posted in the coming months, so you can plan your viewing in advance. Whether you're a lifelong Squatch fan or just curious about Bigfoot, this is a pop-up festival you won’t want to miss!
🎥 A screening schedule will be posted in the coming months, so you can plan your viewing in advance. Whether you're a lifelong Squatch fan or just curious about Bigfoot, this is a pop-up festival you won’t want to miss!
here's the slate of films we have so far: If you have a bigfoot short film that you made and would like it included, contact filmsquatch through our contact form on this website.
The Boggy Creek Monster Mingle is set to take over the Boggy Creek Boutique and its surrounding grounds in Fouke, Arkansas! This exciting event will feature a wide array of vendor tables, live entertainment, appearances by Bigfoot authors and filmmakers, a thrilling Bigfoot Short Film Festival, a food truck, and plenty more surprises.
If you’ve never made the trip to Fouke, now you have the perfect reason! Come explore the legendary town that inspired the classic film "The Legend of Boggy Creek" and experience the mystery behind the myth: The Fouke Monster!
If you’ve never made the trip to Fouke, now you have the perfect reason! Come explore the legendary town that inspired the classic film "The Legend of Boggy Creek" and experience the mystery behind the myth: The Fouke Monster!
Discover the Boggy Creek Boutique – A Hidden Gem in Fouke, Arkansas!
Nestled in the heart of Fouke, Arkansas, the Boggy Creek Boutique is a family-owned and operated treasure celebrating the legendary Boggy Creek Monster. This one-of-a-kind shop is packed with Bigfoot and cryptid collectibles, unique souvenirs, and locally made goodies like homemade salsas, jams, jellies, preserves, sauces, and even freeze-dried candies.Looking for the perfect gift? You'll find handcrafted items, fun novelties, and an awesome selection of Bigfoot-themed apparel for every occasion. It’s part gift shop, part retro video rental store. A nostalgic and quirky combination you won’t find anywhere else.Whether you're a die-hard cryptid fan or just passing through, the Boggy Creek Boutique is a must-visit destination. Stop by and experience this hidden gem for yourself… and be sure to tell them Filmsquatch sent you!