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A Wisconsin lake monster so bad it's good — embrace the cheese.
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IMDb
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Rotten Tomatoes
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Audience Score
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The Monster of Phantom Lake (2006)

DIY chaosretro schlockearnestly terrible

Overview

ComedyHorror

A mutated monster terrorizes campers in the woods of 1950's Wisconsin.

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copscientistlakelake monstercreature featurecanoe

Standout Aspects

Practical Effects

The monster suit is gloriously homemade.

Production

Shot in black-and-white '50s aesthetic on zero budget.

Best for:Friends: Drunk group roast session required.·Rewatch: Quote the terrible dialogue forever.·Background: Perfect for folding laundry to.
C

Director

Christopher R. Mihm

ReleasedMar 9, 2006
Runtime1h 37m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Paceslow
Intensitylow
Tonelight
Feellight
Budget$3.5K

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Cultural

Christopher R. Mihm built a whole 'Mihmiverse' of retro-styled creature features; this was the first.

Trivia

The entire film was made for under $10,000 in Minnesota, not Wisconsin — the ultimate betrayal.

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