M*A*S*H VHS 1985 - CGC Home Video 9.4 and Seal A+, Slipcase, Horizontal Overlap Seal, Bottom Barcode Sticker, 1986 "Five Star ...

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M*A*S*H VHS 1985 - CGC Home Video 9.4 and Seal A+, Slipcase, Horizontal Overlap Seal, Bottom Barcode Sticker, 1986 "Five Star Collection" Sticker, Rear White Horizontal CBS Fox Video Watermarks, CBS Fox Video. Robert Altman's MASH, released in 1970, was a groundbreaking and irreverent take on the Korean War that had a revolutionary effect on fans and the filmmaking industry. Its unique blend of dark humor, anti-war sentiment, and ensemble storytelling challenged traditional war movie conventions, leaving fans both shocked and captivated. The film's iconic characters, such as Hawkeye Pierce and Trapper John, became cultural touchstones, and its experimental approach to narrative and sound design pushed the boundaries of filmmaking. MASH not only spawned a successful television series but also inspired a generation of filmmakers to push the envelope in terms of storytelling and social commentary, solidifying its status as a cinematic classic.

This factory sealed VHS copy of MASH comes in a 1985-dated slipcase, which comes after the Magnetic Video releases from 1978-1980 (MASH was one of the first three movies produced on VHS in the United States) and the 1983 CBS Fox Video drawer box release. It is unknown if any sealed examples of the previous versions still exist today. It has received a grade of 9.4 by CGC Home Video, with a Seal grade of A+.

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