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The Mothman Prophecies - Screener
The Mothman Prophecies - Screener
Pre-owned promotional screener VHS in its original cardboard slipcase. Packaging shows moderate shelf and handling wear, including scuffing, edge wear, softened corners, and some creasing along the edges. The lower left side of the sleeve has a noticeable bent and protruding flap. Front artwork remains vibrant, with the original promotional designation clearly visible along the bottom. A white order date/street date sticker is affixed to the upper right corner of the back cover. Cassette retains its original Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment label. Overall, a presentable vintage promotional copy with cosmetic wear consistent with age and previous handling.
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What if the terrifying legends of the Mothman weren't just urban folklore? Inspired by mysterious events surrounding Point Pleasant, West Virginia, The Mothman Prophecies (2002) is an atmospheric supernatural thriller starring Richard Gere, Laura Linney, and Debra Messing.
After the sudden and inexplicable death of his wife, Washington Post journalist John Klein (Richard Gere) finds himself inexplicably drawn to a small West Virginia town plagued by bizarre sightings, disturbing phone calls, and ominous predictions. As he investigates reports of a mysterious winged entity with glowing red eyes, Klein discovers unsettling connections between the creature's appearances and impending disasters. With the help of local police officer Connie Mills (Laura Linney), he becomes increasingly obsessed with uncovering the truth behind a phenomenon that defies rational explanation.
Directed by Mark Pellington (Arlington Road) and based on John Keel's 1975 book of the same name, The Mothman Prophecies draws inspiration from the real-life Mothman sightings of the 1960s. Rather than relying on conventional monster-movie scares, the film builds an atmosphere of creeping dread through psychological tension, eerie imagery, and the unsettling suggestion that some mysteries are better left unexplained.
This particular VHS is a promotional screener distributed by Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment ahead of the film's home video release. Unlike standard retail editions, this copy features promotional packaging with "PROMOTIONAL COPY. NOT FOR SALE OR RENT" printed prominently across the front cover. The back artwork also includes blank order and street date fields, identifying its original purpose as a promotional release intended for industry distribution.
An intriguing collectible for fans of supernatural horror, cryptozoology, paranormal mysteries, and early 2000s cinema, this screener offers a distinctive variation on the standard home video release.
For VHS collectors who appreciate unusual promotional editions and films that blur the boundaries between folklore and psychological horror, The Mothman Prophecies is a particularly fitting addition to the shelf.
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