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When a dispute occurs between a logging operation and a nearby Native American tribe, Dr. Robert Verne and his wife, Maggie, are sent in to mediate. Chief John Hawks insists the loggers are poisoning the water supply, and, though company man Isley denies it, the Vernes can't ignore the strangely mutated wildlife roaming the woods. Robert captures a bear cub for testing and soon finds himself the target of an angry mutant grizzly.
A doctor and his pregnant wife travel to a remote Indian reservation in Maine to settle a dispute over land development. They soon discover that the forest is home to a mutated, monstrous creature that has been killing the local wildlife and is now targeting humans. The creature appears to be a result of toxic waste dumping by a paper mill.
Prophecy received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its ambitious environmental message and creature effects, many found the plot convoluted and the scares to be inconsistent. Audiences were divided, with some enjoying the unique premise and others put off by its gore and disturbing themes.
Praised for its unique environmental horror concept and creature design.
Criticized for a muddled plot and uneven pacing.
Some found the film's blend of sci-fi and horror elements intriguing, while others found it unconvincing.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's attempt to tackle environmental issues within the horror genre and found the creature effects to be memorable. However, some noted that the story could be predictable and the acting occasionally felt over-the-top.
The film's iconic monster, the 'Mutant,' was designed by legendary special effects artist Rick Baker, who also created the iconic werewolf transformation in 'An American Werewolf in London'.
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Filmed in 1978 and shot in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada this horror film is a product of its times. Low budget and gory though director John Frankenheimer did delete some violent content. This is one of those weird "Eco horror". Natu...
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