Monstrum: The Flatwoods Monster
The video "Monstrum: The Flatwoods Monster" delves into the mysterious encounter with the Flatwoods Monster in 1952, exploring its impact on popular culture and the Cold War-era paranoia surrounding UFO sightings. The creature, described as ten-foot tall with glowing eyes and metallic clothing, frightened a community in West Virginia. This incident is investigated through newspaper reports, witness testimonials, and its depiction in various media, including video games and movies. The relevance of this event intersects with themes of American folklore, social psychology, and aerospace phenomena. The exploration of these elements provides insights into the influence of historical context and media on perceptions of unexplained phenomena.
Media Details
Runtime: 14 minutes 27 seconds
- Topic: History, Language Arts, Literature, Science, Social Science
- Subtopic: Culture and Society, Folklore, Mass Media, Mystery and Horror - Literature, Social Psychology, Sociology, U.S. History - 1946-1999, Unidentified Flying Objects
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Release Year: 2025
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Monstrum
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