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When a dispute occurs between a logging operation and a nearby Native American tribe, Dr. Robert Verne (Robert Foxworth) and his wife, Maggie (Talia Shire), are sent in to mediate. Chief John Hawks (Armand Assante) insists the loggers are poisoning the water supply, and, though company man Isley (Richard Dysart) 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.
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Peter Travers Gannett Westchester Rockland Newspapers Frankenheimer even makes moral noises about what industrial pollution is doing to our lives. But Prophecy's moral aspirations turn out to be mere window dressing for an old-fashioned and not very convincing monster movie. Nov 16, 2023 Full Review Anton Bitel Little White Lies What it has to say about the awful consequences of our actions as a species is a bitter pill to swallow, or a hard message to bear. Aug 16, 2021 Full Review Clement Tyler Obropta Film Inquiry Prophecy is a good old-fashioned horror movie with its head in the right place and a goofy-looking killer bear everywhere else Aug 5, 2023 Full Review Cheryl Eddy io9.com Its mutant bear lifts it over the top, and will remain burnished in your brain forever. Sep 14, 2022 Full Review John Brosnan Starburst I enjoyed both parts of it-the ecological thriller in Part 1, and the horror film in Part 2. And these days it isn't often you get two movies for the price of one. Jul 25, 2022 Full Review Stephen Farber New West/California The problem with Prophecy is that it can't decide whether it wants to be a serious indictment of corporate corruption or a campy, old-fashioned monster marathon. Nov 3, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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David B A good old-fashioned monster movie! One of my absolute favorites of the genre. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 06/19/25 Full Review Steve L A public health inspector (Robert Foxworth) and his pregnant wife (Talia Shire), who is a gifted cellist, travel to rural Maine in order to settle a land dispute between a local lumber mill, and the Native Americans, inhabiting the forests. In addition, there’s a nifty subplot involving the various kinds of wildlife, and the ravages of environmental pollution. Veteran film director, John Frankenheimer, achieves a solid level of suspense and intrigue throughout PROPHECY, and the main monster is a gory, grisly delight. Among the lush, beautiful scenery of British Columbia (standing in for upstate Maine), this is a well-acted thriller with ecological strength to its premise. Written by the talented author, David Seltzer, PROPHECY is deserving of its cult reputation, and a good tribute to the celluloid creatures of ‘50s cinema. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/16/25 Full Review John C When the credits rolled at the end of 'Prophecy' I literally had to think to myself what exactly I'd just watched. I know I've sat through numerous horror films over the years, but even the worst stayed in my head while I was reading who was in it. And, weirdly, 'Prophecy' wasn't that bad. Trying my best to recall what I'd just witnessed, it's about a doctor and his wife who head out into the wilderness to - er - help something (or someone - like I say, details are already sketchy). There, they come up against angry Native Americans, shady businessmen and - of course - monsters. Yeah, so that's about all I can remember. It's certainly not the worst horror film I've ever seen and the monster effects are passable. They're practically (naturally, for the era/budget) and if you feel the need to see another rubbery creature then you'll find a few here - although they mainly come at the end. Yes, the end. It was the best part - I'm not just saying that to be deliberately harsh, but at least the final act moved a bit quicker than the rest. As I say, this isn't the worst horror film I've ever see and I believe - from what I've read online - it does have a reasonable 'cult following.' I guess it just didn't gel with me like other similar offerings. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 01/01/25 Full Review Sebastian L A true hidden gem that for some reason is extremely underrated. Superbly written and wonderfully executed in general, albeit with some dodgy effects here and there. Don't believe the hate - this one deserves a better reputation. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/24/24 Full Review Valerii Ege D The movie has too many stationary scenes. Monstrosity scenes are well crafted. Some scenes are technically amazing. But slow-burn parts killing the vibe. Could have been much much better. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/23/23 Full Review Steve D Some good ideas that deteriorate into a dumb monster film. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 08/15/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When a dispute occurs between a logging operation and a nearby Native American tribe, Dr. Robert Verne (Robert Foxworth) and his wife, Maggie (Talia Shire), are sent in to mediate. Chief John Hawks (Armand Assante) insists the loggers are poisoning the water supply, and, though company man Isley (Richard Dysart) 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.
Director
John Frankenheimer
Producer
Robert L. Rosen
Screenwriter
David Seltzer
Production Co
Paramount Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
Sci-Fi, Horror
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 6, 2018
Runtime
1h 42m
Sound Mix
Surround, Stereo
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