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Unique PHANTASM 3 Japanese VHS Shows Up On EBAY

PHANTASM has a lot of merchandise and various home video releases. It is endless! However, a super cool VHS copy of PHANTASM 3 recently showed up on EBAY.

Japanese VHS copies have the best artwork

VHS, or Video Home System, has seen a surprising resurgence in recent years due to a number of factors. Foremost among these is nostalgia, as a significant portion of the population who grew up with VHS tapes in the 80s and 90s now have disposable income to re-purchase these childhood memories. Furthermore, there has been a broader trend towards physical media in the digital age. Much like the revival of vinyl records, VHS taps into a desire for tangible, unique products that digital media simply cannot replicate. Collectors also value the rare, out-of-print titles that only exist on VHS. Lastly, the lo-fi aesthetic of VHS has a certain charm and visual identity, offering a stark contrast to the ultra-high definition of today's digital video, making it popular among artists and filmmakers looking for a vintage look.

The back cover of this PHANTASM 3 VHS has all the feels

This is a mid-90s release from TJC Video in Japan.

The actual VHS tape of Phantasm 3 from the Japanese release

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