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As a trio of fantasy-obsessed, sword-fighting geeks attempt to prove that the giant tracks discovered deep in the forest offer undisputed proof that Bigfoot truly exists, a stoned-out bully and his be... read more read more...st friend scheme to profit from their elaborate prank before an overzealous Sasquatch hunter arrives to blow the whole scam sky-high. His beloved Pontiac Firebird threatened with repossession by the bank, mullet-haired menace Zerk (Justin Long) convinces his best friend, Shirts (Joey Kern), to help raise money to save the car by selling plaster casts of fake Bigfoot tracks on the Internet. When role-playing dweebs Gavin (Jeremy Sumpter), Hobie (Hubbel Palmer), and Maynard (Rob Pinkston) stumble upon the falsified "evidence," they naïvely assume it to be the genuine article. Now, self-proclaimed Sasquatch expert Dr. Artemis Snodgrass (Carl Weathers) is on his way to town to verify the widely reported discovery. With little time to loose before their ruse is revealed, the lame-brained Internet scammer and his pal rush to cash in as quickly as possible in order to save Zerk's sweet ride from the dreaded repo man. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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PG-13, 1 hr. 24 min.

Directed by: Tim Skousen

Release Date: November 30, 2007

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DVD Release Date: March 25, 2008

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  • April 4, 2010
    This film's classic storyline of teenage fantasy role-players versus the redneck neighbors plays out like Napoleon Dynamite clashing with Joe Dirt's bucolic enemies. Throw in a group of younger bullies, a plot that revolves around a possible Sasquatch in the area, profits to be m... read moreade over the validity of the Bigfoot "evidence,"?Carl Weathers steps in as Sasquatch expert, Dr. Snodgrass, to help resolve this matter?and you have all the ingredients for one hilarious movie.

    I viewed this seemingly teen-targeted movie on DVD. The excellent writing, acting, and composition of this film gels into a wonderful creation that had the entire theatre rolling in the aisles.

    If you can say "Sasquatch" without smiling, then you haven't seen this movie.
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    January 25, 2010
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    One of the stupidest comedies I have ever seen! But I love it for what it is!
  • September 23, 2008
    The Sasquatch Dumpling Gang (2006): Starring Jeremy Sumpter, Justin Long, Joey Kern, Michael Mitchell, Addie Land, Jon Gries
    An indie movie that could almost be a sequel to "Napoleon Dynamite" (it even features Jon "Napoleon" Heder and Jon "Uncle Rico" Gries in it) only these ner... read moreds make Napoleon look like Billy Dee Williams. These are uber-nerds. NERDS in ALLCAPS because that's just how incredibly nerdy they are. These are nerds who have sword fights on their front lawn with giant foam rubber swords they made (whilst playing "Lord of the Rings"-type fairy music on a boombox in the background). Head nerd Gavin runs a bootleg video rental service out of his bedroom. Hobie is the big fat nerd (you always need at least one), and Maynard is the "small for his age" blonde kid that looks up to the bigger nerds. Their nerd world is populated by bullies. Bullies like "Zerk Wilde" (hilariously played by Justin Long), a mullet-headed whitetrash dumbbell and his friend, "Shirts" (who ironically, never wears a shirt). Another bully is Shane (Michael Mitchell). Shane is the prototypical bully who's never without his two stooge-like henchmen. One day, the NERDS find sasquatch tracks (and a giant sasquatch turd) while looking for arrow heads in the woods. Bully Shane tells Gavin he didn't find any Sasquatch tracks (or turd) and bets him his chinese throwing star for Gavin's video collection that he didn't. Meanwhile, Zerk owes $1400 to a credit card company ($5 of which came from a fastfood purchase he made in 1999, the other $1395 is in interest), so he tries to raise the money through several bone-headed schemes. All the characters interact in the final reel ("Pulp Fiction"-style, in fact, this movie is edited much like Pulp Fiction, all the scenes are out of order), and Carl Weathers even makes a special appearance as the Bigfoot expert, "Dr. Artimus Snodgrass". Besides the Carl Weathers cameo, this movie heavily features laser tag, dirt bikes and corndogs. This is quite an unusual, painfully funny movie (the pain coming from childhood memories of being an uber-nerd, i guess), and it might even go down as a cult classic one day. Just like Napoleon Dynamite.
  • September 13, 2008
    Rofl. Just fun, and hilarious..in that kind of Napoleon Dynamite kind of way.
    xD
  • August 16, 2008
    For being low budget you have to give this comedy some credit. They took personalities of everyday people and took them to the extreme, Justin Long with the best acting role and leading the way, for this movie to become great.

    It's halarious from start to end and it's genious ... read morehow it all plays out. They done a great job with this one when they chose to show scenes, then kind of rewind and build up to why those scenes happend. It's hardly been done before and it makes this movie classic. Must watch for anyone who likes extreme comedy.
  • August 16, 2011
    This is not a great movie, not an awards contender, or really anything that should associated with any of those words. But I liked it. I liked the characters, despite their unattractive qualities. I liked the idea, which is original and not like anything you've seen in a movie be... read morefore. I liked the comedy in it, and yes, it is in the manner of Napoleon Dynamite, but this is so much funnier than that. It's a small, little movie that is certain to get you laughing. So, please, do yourself a favor and watch this movie.
  • March 30, 2010
    Very unusual film. Not sure it lived up to its predecessor Napoleon Dynamite, but it had its funny moments. Justin Long was great in this film. He has proven that he can be great in a drama like He's Just Not That Into you, and then transcend into this half-bit comedy.

    The rest ... read moreof the cast was dull. The story lines were dull and unbelievable, and just did not carry the weight that Napoleon had. Worth the watch for Justin Long, otherwise do not expect much.
  • September 6, 2008
    A somewhat terrible clone of Napoleon Dynamite (Jon Heder even makes a cameo) but it made me laugh a few times.
  • November 29, 2011
    This is not a great movie, not an awards contender, or really anything that should associated with any of those words. But I liked it. I liked the characters, despite their unattractive qualities. I liked the idea, which is original and not like anything you've seen in a movie be... read morefore. I liked the comedy in it, and yes, it is in the manner of Napoleon Dynamite, but this is so much funnier than that. It's a small, little movie that is certain to get you laughing. So, please, do yourself a favor and watch this movie.
  • December 4, 2009
    Surprisingly good for such an idiotic subject. It is amazing that one can find something amusing in a movie which tells the story of a shit (and it's not even an authentic one).

Critic Reviews


Jane H. Lii
December 7, 2007
Jane H. Lii, New York Times

There's precious little to laugh at in The Sasquatch Gang, a sad attempt to board the loser-nerd comedy bandwagon. Full Review

Luke Y. Thompson
December 4, 2007
Luke Y. Thompson, Village Voice

It's unfortunate, then, that [Skousen] can't pick a protagonist Full Review

Sam Adams
December 3, 2007
Sam Adams, Los Angeles Times

Most of the movie's villains are slack-jawed variations on Beavis and Butt-Head, but Kern's high-pitched dimwit steals the show. As his eyes glaze over, you can see a thought try to cross his face and... Full Review

Robert Koehler
November 13, 2007
Robert Koehler, Variety

Napoleon [Dynamite] fans will never admit to it, but Sasquatch is funnier, hinging on a bogus Bigfoot sighting and some hilariously stupid dudes. Full Review

Frank Lovece
December 10, 2007
Frank Lovece, Film Journal International

Skousen as storyteller captures the language, the drag, the excesses and the simultaneously sad and wonderful friendships cementing each group. Full Review

Maitland McDonagh
December 5, 2007
Maitland McDonagh, TV Guide's Movie Guide

[Writer/director Tim] Skousen's low-budget lark is a thing of small virtues. Full Review

Sean Means
November 30, 2007
Sean Means, Salt Lake Tribune

If you think it's easy to balance silliness and smarts the way Napoleon Dynamite did, see what happens when it's done badly.

Luke Y. Thompson
November 30, 2007
Luke Y. Thompson, L.A. Weekly

I'd say it must be seen to be believed, but really you ought to wait for TiVo on this one, so you can just skip to the good parts. Full Review

Jeff Shannon
November 30, 2007
Jeff Shannon, Seattle Times

The Sasquatch Gang may not fully qualify as an undiscovered gem, but it's got some dynamite all its own. Full Review

Jeff Vice
November 30, 2007
Jeff Vice, Deseret News, Salt Lake City

The rather limited outcast-comedy premise is already tapped out. So this painfully unfunny film seems considerably longer than its scant 90-minute running time. Full Review

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