Sightings of the Mothman have been reported from the 1960s to 2019 across West Virginia, Kentucky, and the greater Appalachian region.
“The forests of Appalachia hide an ancient secret...”
Synopsis
Sightings of the Mothman have been reported from the 1960s to 2019 across West Virginia, Kentucky, and the greater Appalachian region.
Synopsis
Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is the backdrop for a series of reported sightings of the Mothman, a creature first seen in the 1960s. Directed by Seth Breedlove, The Mothman Legacy follows alleged encounters from that era through 2019, extending beyond West Virginia into Kentucky and the Appalachian region. The film features interviews with witnesses and includes reenactments of sightings. It was released on October 20, 2020, after delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and is a sequel to Breedlove's earlier works on the Mothman legend.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet witnesses from West Virginia and Kentucky.
- Find out about the Silver Bridge collapse connection.
- See reenactments of Mothman encounters.
Did You Know
- The Mothman was first sighted in Point Pleasant in 1966 and 1967.
- The Silver Bridge collapse on December 15, 1967, is linked to the Mothman legend.
- The film features sightings reported until 2019, spanning over five decades.
- Half of the film's footage was shot in December 2019 before COVID-19 delays.
- The film was released on October 20, 2020, after being delayed from its festival premiere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed The Mothman Legacy?
Seth Breedlove directed The Mothman Legacy.
When was The Mothman Legacy released?
The Mothman Legacy was released on October 20, 2020.
What is the approval rating of The Mothman Legacy on Rotten Tomatoes?
The Mothman Legacy has an approval rating of 60% on Rotten Tomatoes based on five reviews.
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