This special limited edition slipcover (designed by Steak Mtn) is limited to 1,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
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Following Koffi’s return to his birthplace after he has been ostracized by his family, ‘Omen’ explores the weight of beliefs on one’s destiny through four characters accused of being witches and sorcerers, all of them intertwined and guiding each other into the phantasmagoria of Africa.
directed by: Baloji
starring: Marc Zinga, Lucie Debay, Eliane Umuhire, Yves-Marina Gnahoua, Marcel Otete Kabeya
2023 / 91 min / 1.78:1 / French DTS-HD MA 5.1, 2.0
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Overall rating: 4.645161 / 5 from 31 reviews.
Omen is a limited edition slipcover, praised for its vibrant and intense film, stunning cinematography, and captivating storytelling. It is a must-have for fans of modern cinema and unique home video releases.
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"‘Omen’ is essentially an idiosyncratic world cinema film. It's set in the Democratic Republic of Congo and has intense and involving family dramas at its centre. But the film offers so much more than that including unexpected and disturbing folk horror-like interludes and intermittent encounters with eccentric local gang and youth cultures. It’s all very colourful and compelling stuff."
"Entertaining exploration of culture and superstition. Great story and captivating cinematography. Fun release with a handful of extra features and neat looking art on the slipcover and reversible sleeve."
"This is why I love our partner labels, I’d never have seen this otherwise. It’s shot beautifully and deals with different cultures colliding. It’s all at once a horror, a folktale, and a fantasy. Highly recommend"
"Great packaging for this movie"
"A visually striking, multi‑threaded drama where superstition, stigma, and identity collide across Kinshasa’s charged social landscape"
"Great!"
"I recently picked up the Blu-Ray of Omen from Utopia through vinegar syndrome, and I have to say, it's an absolute gem! The cinematography in this film is nothing short of stunning; every shot is meticulously crafted, adding to the eerie atmosphere that makes Omen such a classic. Not only does the movie look great on Blu-Ray, but the quality really highlights the intricate details that might have been missed in previous formats. The contrast and color grading are just perfect, enhancing the overall viewing experience. To top it all off, the slipcover is a beautiful addition that makes this release feel even more special. The artwork is striking, and it adds a nice touch to my collection. Overall, I highly recommend this release for any horror enthusiast or collector—it's a must-have!"
"This movie was a fascinating look at how entrenched some superstitions and traditions are in some societies, and what effects and repercussions they could cause. The family in this film allowed superstition to come between themselves and their son, and there are tragic consequences that are never fully resolved as a result. It also gives us a look at what life is like in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, for better or for worse. I would definitely recommend this movie."
"This was a blind buy. I barely hesitated to add this to my cart because 1) I already have all the other Omen movies and I can amuse myself by putting this one next to them on the shelf to confuse my guests. 2) It's a VS partner title adorned with an artful slipcover. Even if I don't care for the movie the box is pretty. 3) The discount made me feel like a criminal and it's been a while since I felt something."
"Amazing cinematography, great writing that had me on the edge of my seat at times. The layers behind the family drama itself and the trippy visuals. A great modern movie for anyone tired of modern films."
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