There was once an alleged quote attributed
to Horror Movie legend, Boris Karlof, when he said that the films that he
made was designed to make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck -
now they are more likely to bring up your breakfast.
Whether that quote is true
or not, there will probably a lot of film fans that could relate to that
sentiment. But thankfully it appears that filmmakers have gone back to basics
with this latest video release from Warner Home Video.
The Mothman Prophecies
is based on the events outlined in John A Keel’s 1975 book of the same name
and recounts the experiences that took place in and around the town of Point
Pleasant, West Virginia for thirteen days leading up to a tragedy that made
headlines through the world back in 1967.
Driven to investigate the
mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of his wife, Journalist,
John Klein (Richard Gere) uncovers the frightening secrets behind The Mothman,
a timeless, nameless figure, who’s appearance spells doom for those who
cast their eyes on it.
During his investigations,
Klein uncovers a connection between the Grim Reaper type creature and the
town of Point Pleasant, where it’s residents are constantly living in fear,
plagued by strange visions, terrifying premonitions that something horrific
is about to happen.
And like all good horror
stories, the film moves towards a frightening finale. And the fact that
these events did not come out of the author’s imagination, makes this more
bone chilling.
Supporting cast includes
Laura Linney (Trueman Show, Primal Fear) and Will Patton (Remember the Titans,
Armageddon and Gone in 60 Seconds)
The Mothman Prophecies
Out Now!
