Sasquatch Sunset (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Sasquatch Sunset is a 2024 action comedy directed by David Zellner, starring Jesse Eisenberg as Male, Riley Keough and Nathan Zellner. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 71% on Rotten Tomatoes and 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- David Zellner
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Square Peg
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Sasquatch Sunset About?
The premise of Sasquatch Sunset without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
A family of Sasquatches, their existence precarious, undertakes a humorous and action-packed journey across a single year in the heart of North America. Facing an ever-changing world and the challenges of survival, they confront questions about identity and what it means to be human.
Sasquatch Sunset Themes & Keywords
· 16 tags- sasquatch
- forest
- nature
- mountain lion
- pregnancy
- forest fire
- directed by brothers
- no dialogue
- two word title
- alliterative title
- non human protagonist
- cryptid
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- sex scene
- minimal cast
- two directors
- willow creek california
Sasquatch Sunset Cast & Characters
Jesse Eisenberg leads the cast as Male, with Riley Keough as Female and Nathan Zellner as Alpha Male. Directed by David Zellner; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director David Zellner
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Jesse Eisenberg as Male -
Riley Keough as Female - Nathan Zellner as Alpha Male
- Christophe Zajac-Denek as Child
More from David Zellner
More films directed by David Zellner, best-rated first: Damsel, Kumiko, The Treasure Hunter and Kid-Thing.
Sasquatch Sunset Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Sasquatch Sunset 71% on Rotten Tomatoes and 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 77/100, strongest in art & craft (90) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).
Sasquatch Sunset Echo Score Breakdown
In terms of strengths, Sasquatch Sunset stands out for its striking visual style and assured tonal shifts. Multiple commentators highlight the lush cinematography, evocative original score, and artful handling of absurdity tempered by melancholy. However, several observations point to disjointed pacing, extended passages of mundanity, and a narrative that challenges conventional engagement. Overall, the film offers a distinctive, rewarding experience that may limit its appeal to viewers seeking familiar storytelling.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 90
In terms of art and craft, Sasquatch Sunset excels with its sumptuous cinematography and meticulous production design. Reviewers consistently praise Mike Gioulakis’ lush framing of woodland vistas and the detailed makeup and prosthetics that lend authenticity to the Sasquatch characters. The film’s visual cohesion and thoughtful editing elevate its overall craft and immersive quality.
- Character & Emotion 80
When it comes to character depth and emotional resonance, Sasquatch Sunset delivers nuanced performances grounded in human universality. Critics note the film’s ability to evoke genuine melancholy alongside absurd humor, while user observations emphasize the cast’s committed embodiment of proto-human traits and family dynamics. The chemistry among the ensemble anchors the film’s more unconventional elements.
- Story & Flow 65
In terms of story and flow, Sasquatch Sunset presents an original premise with thematic depth and deft tonal balance. Observers commend its inventive blend of absurdity and melancholy, as well as its exploration of belonging and environmental themes. Yet the film’s pacing is uneven at times, featuring lengthy, disjointed montages that momentarily undermine narrative momentum.
- Sensory Experience 88
When it comes to sensory experience, the film offers an immersive soundscape and cohesive visual style. Multiple reviews highlight The Octopus Project’s pastoral score and the film’s attentive sound design, which together enhance the wilderness setting. This auditory clarity combines with a restrained color palette and consistent visual tone to deepen the viewer’s immersion in the Sasquatch world.
- Rewatch Factor 60
In terms of rewatch value, Sasquatch Sunset offers a niche appeal that may resonate more on subsequent viewings for its thematic richness. While some anticipate a growing cult following and fresh insights into its environmental and absurdist layers, others find the deliberate pacing and specific brand of humor reduce its replay potential for general audiences.
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IMDb 5.4 /10
6319 votes
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Rotten Tomatoes 71% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 33%
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Metacritic 66 Metascore
User score 6.4
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TMDB 56% User score
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Letterboxd 2.8 /5
33593 ratings
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Sasquatch Sunset Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Sasquatch Sunset from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the untamed wilderness of Northern California, a family of four nomadic Sasquatches struggles to survive. This group consists of a rugged alpha male, his devoted mate, their young offspring, and another adult male. Their daily lives revolve around roaming through the terrain, foraging for food, and engaging in mystical rituals, using branch drums to create sounds that resonate with the land in the hopes of contacting others of their kind.
Full summary
The whole story of Sasquatch Sunset, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Sasquatch Sunset Box Office
Sasquatch Sunset grossed $1 million worldwide. $1 million came from the US and Canada and $33,353 (3%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1M
- US & Canada
- $1M
- International
- $33.4K
Sasquatch Sunset Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 2 trailers, 2 teasers, 3 featurettes and 1 behind-the-scenes video.
- Trailer Official UK Trailer
- Teaser :30 Countdown
- Teaser :15 Cutdown
- Featurette Apes Watch Sasquatch Sunset with Jesse Eisenberg and the Zellner Bros
How Well Do You Know Sasquatch Sunset?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What do the Sasquatches use to perform their mystical rituals?
Sasquatch Sunset Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “Пригоди Бігфутів” and “野人的夕阳”.
- Also known as
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- Пригоди Бігфутів
- 野人的夕阳
- 大脚怪日落
- Le crépuscule des Sasquatch
- Закат снежного человека
- 大腳怪怪的
- 사스콰치 선셋
- Primitifs
- Лохматые предки
- 大脚野人日落
- Chlupatá rodinka
- Zmierzch epoki Wielkiej Stopy
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- Lumeinimesed
- זריחת הססקוואצ'ים
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Sasquatch Sunset FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Sasquatch Sunset, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Sasquatch Sunset?
Sasquatch Sunset runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Sasquatch Sunset released?
Sasquatch Sunset was released on April 12, 2024.
Who directed Sasquatch Sunset?
Sasquatch Sunset was directed by David Zellner.
More films by David Zellner Who is in the cast of Sasquatch Sunset?
Sasquatch Sunset stars Jesse Eisenberg as Male, Riley Keough as Female and Nathan Zellner as Alpha Male, among 4 credited actors.
How much did Sasquatch Sunset make at the box office?
Sasquatch Sunset grossed $1 million worldwide ($1 million domestic, $33,353 international).
How is Sasquatch Sunset rated?
Sasquatch Sunset has 5.4/10 on IMDb, 71% on Rotten Tomatoes, 66 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.
Does Sasquatch Sunset have a post-credit scene?
No. Sasquatch Sunset has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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