Track of the Moon Beast

Main Plot

"Track of the Moon Beast," directed by Richard Ashe, follows the story of a mineralogist named Paul Carlson who is struck by a fragment of a meteorite. This incident leads to a series of strange transformations in Paul, causing him to turn into a monstrous creature whenever the moon is full. As the transformations become more frequent and violent, Paul struggles to understand and control his new, terrifying condition. His friends and a local scientist work together to uncover the mystery behind his metamorphosis and seek a way to stop the deadly changes before it's too late. The film combines elements of horror and science fiction, exploring themes of identity and the uncontrollable forces of nature.

Characters

• Chase Cordell plays Paul Carlson, a mineralogist who transforms into a deadly creature after a meteor fragment lodges in his brain, causing havoc and terror.
• Leigh Drake is a scientist who helps the protagonist, Paul, uncover the mystery behind his terrifying transformations into a monstrous creature.
• Gregorio Sala is a professor and friend to the protagonist, Paul. He helps uncover the mystery behind Paul's transformations and seeks a cure for his condition.

Ending Explained

In the conclusion of "Track of the Moon Beast," directed by Richard Ashe, the protagonist Paul Carlson, who has been transformed into a monstrous creature due to a fragment of a meteorite lodged in his brain, reaches a tragic end. Throughout the film, Paul struggles with his uncontrollable transformations into a reptilian beast during the full moon, leading to a series of violent incidents. As the climax unfolds, Paul's friends, including his love interest Kathy Nolan and scientist Johnny Longbow, desperately seek a way to save him. They discover that the meteorite fragment is the cause of his transformations and that it must be removed to stop the changes. However, the situation escalates when Paul, fully transformed, goes on a rampage. In a poignant and sorrowful finale, Johnny Longbow is forced to confront Paul. Realizing that there is no way to save him without causing further harm, Johnny uses a bow and arrow to kill Paul, ending his suffering. The film closes with a somber reflection on the tragic events, highlighting the loss and the uncontrollable nature of the monstrous transformation.