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The Patterson-Gimlin Film Part 3

The Patterson-Gimlin Film Part 3

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When indirect evidence of an extraordinary event defies
conclusive debunking, then the easier route for some critics is
to attack the presenter of the evidence. Naturally and
unfortunately, Roger Patterson's integrity and thus his
credibility came under scrutiny and assault as a means of
discrediting the film itself. Another common tendency in dealing
with an incredible incident is to accept outright the allegations
of a purported hoaxer or associate as a way of comfortably coping
with a disturbing possibility which can then be safely set aside.
In the case of the Patterson-Gimlin Film, there are two central
claims that suit this purpose for those who doubt the film's
authenticity. Bob Heironimus claimed he was the one who wore an
ape suit for the film, given to him and made by Patterson. Philip
Morris of Morris Costumes claimed he sold his standard gorilla
costume to Patterson, who may have modified it for the filming.
These assertions were enough for many to put the matter to rest,
except one must consider that there are significant discrepancies
between the details of the Heironimus and Morris stories, leading
to an improbability that they were describing the same outfit.
So, the question remains, between these three gentlemen, who do
you believe, or rather, whose story is more comfortable for you
to believe?

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