Creepshow Season 1 Episode 12 By the Silver Water of Lake Champlain
- October 31, 2019
- 43 min
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6.9 (1,004)
In the twelfth episode of the first season of Creepshow, titled "By the Silver Water of Lake Champlain," viewers are taken on a hauntingly beautiful journey through the eyes of a young girl named Rose. Rose lives in a small town near Lake Champlain and is obsessed with the legend of a sea monster that supposedly lives in the lake. Her father, seen as a drunk and a joke by the rest of the town, is also fascinated by the legend, and together they set out to prove its existence.
As they dive deeper into their research, they come across a man who claims to have seen the monster up close and personal. He tells Rose and her father the story of how he found the monster's corpse washed up on the shore and how he believes it's still out there, swimming in the lake. Rose and her father become determined to find the monster, but as they search, they start to wonder which is scarier: the unknown creature lurking in the depths below or the human monsters walking among them.
The episode is a stunning portrayal of small-town life, showcasing the strange and often frightening folklore that can take hold in isolated communities. The characters are fully realized, with each one having their own motivations and fears. The relationship between Rose and her father is especially touching, as they bond over their shared curiosity and love for the lake.
As the episode progresses, the tension builds steadily, aided by the somber score and haunting imagery. Director Tom Savini shows a deft hand in balancing the horror elements with emotional depth, making for a genuinely affecting story. The lake itself becomes a character in its own right, with the murky waters and misty surroundings creating an eerie backdrop for the action.
From its first frame to its last, "By the Silver Water of Lake Champlain" is a beautiful masterpiece that will leave viewers thinking long after it's over. It's one of Creepshow's best episodes yet, and a shining example of what horror television can be when done right.
