It’s like _Wrong Turn 2_ among Bigfoot films; _Hoax_ features decent special effects and interesting camerawork, though the performances aren't great. However, it loses its grip fairly quickly, remaining dull for most of its runtime before managing to become watchable again near the very end. Final rating: ★★ - There were elements I liked, but ultimately it didn’t work out well.

I’m not sure I can say “Hoax” was enjoyable, but there were definitely some aspects that made parts of it entertaining. It's clear this film operated on a limited budget, yet the cinematography wasn't terrible; it seemed more polished than many similar films. The acting quality varied considerably, though. If you’re planning to watch solely because Adrienne Barbeau ("The Fog", "Escape From New York") appears in it, b…