A new forest ranger (Sam Richardson) comes to a small mountain town about the same time the titular creature cranks up a killing spree. In the early scenes, the local mail carrier (Milana Vayntrub) takes him around to meet the town’s quirky citizens. Sadly, most of them aren’t that quirky…just trying too hard. This develops into a classic whodunit with everyone a suspect. The combo of comedy/thriller never materializes on either level. Although there’s plenty of comic energy, it doesn’t translate into a lot of genuine funny. Even when the creature does attack, it’s not remotely scary. While making a robust effort, this film doesn’t deliver on its eccentric promise. 
(2.5 / 5)
