Patterson-Gimlin Film: 6 Reasons for Bigfoot's Authenticity

Posted Tuesday, November 12, 2024

By Squatchable.com staff

A new analysis of the famous Patterson-Gimlin film has been making waves in the Bigfoot community, and I couldn't wait to dive in and share my thoughts on this exciting development. The video, posted by the YouTube channel SciManDan, offers six reasons why the film is authentic and shows a living Sasquatch. The first reason presented is the biomechanics and gait of the creature in the film. According to anthropologist and primate expert Dr. Jeff Meldrum, the bent knee propulsion used by the creature would be impossible or highly impractical for a human in a suit, but it is more natural for non-human primates. The film shows a graceful, natural walk that would be difficult for a human to replicate, especially in a heavy suit. The second reason is the stride length of the creature. The footprints cast by Patterson and Gimlin after filming the creature had an average stride length of 41 inches, which is much longer than an average human's stride. However, a taller-than-average human could potentially replicate this stride length. The third reason is the muscle movement beneath the skin of the creature. The film appears to show flexing calf muscles, thigh muscles, glute muscles, and back muscles. However, it is worth noting that the film was shot at a low frame rate and resolution, making it difficult to see these details clearly. The fourth reason is the body proportions of the creature. The arms of the creature are longer in proportion to its body length than a human's arms, and the torso-to-leg length ratios are also different. The fifth reason is the lack of credible hoax evidence. Many people have tried to debunk the film, but no one has been able to provide convincing evidence of a hoax. The final reason is the lack of a motive for a hoax. Patterson and Gimlin had no financial gain to be made from the film, and there is no evidence that they were trying to perpetuate a hoax. Overall, the analysis presented in the video offers some compelling reasons to believe that the Patterson-Gimlin film is authentic and shows a living Sasquatch. While some of the evidence is open to interpretation, the combination of all six reasons makes a strong case for the film's authenticity. I am always excited to see new analysis and evidence related to Bigfoot. The Patterson-Gimlin film is one of the most famous pieces of evidence in the Bigfoot community, and any new information about it is worth exploring. Whether you are a seasoned Bigfoot researcher or a curious newcomer, this video is definitely worth a watch. If you're interested in learning more about the Patterson-Gimlin film and other Bigfoot evidence, be sure to check out the rest of the videos on the SciManDan YouTube channel. And as always, if you have any Bigfoot sightings or experiences to share, we'd love to hear from you at Squatchable.