Widely celebrated as one of the ultimate definitive pillars of 1970s dystopian cinema, this glorious 1976 spectacle follows a "Sandman" executioner who turns "runner" to escape a highly automated, bubble-domed civilisation. Starring the iconic Michael York, the captivating Jenny Agutter, and Hollywood legend Peter Ustinov, it features a magnificent, Oscar-winning visual effects showcase, celebrated as the first film to ever utilise laser beam holography.
This is the highly collectible, late-80s UK retail release issued under the coveted MGM/UA
"SCI-FI" collection imprint in
1989 (Spine Cat: SMV 10082 / Tape Cat: PES 50082). Complete with its distinctive retro starry/glittery slipcase artwork, it stands as a wonderful piece of physical media nostalgia for vintage sci-fi collectors and cassette enthusiasts alike.
*condition note - this item does have some signs of spine fade
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• Condition: Mould-free and playback-checked. As a pre-owned vintage item, the case and tape may show general age-related wear, scuffs, or storage marks consistent with age. Please see photos for condition.
• Format: UK PAL standard. Please ensure your setup is compatible before buying.
• Analogue Playback: VHS is a vintage analogue format; picture and sound will not match modern digital media. Minor tracking glitches or brief distortions are part of the retro experience.
• VCR Compatibility: Tapes are tested on our hardware prior to listing. However, because playback quality can vary depending on the cleanliness, tracking, and condition of your VCR's video heads, we cannot guarantee identical performance on all machines.