{"product_id":"lot-0914-wild-orchid-1989-unrated-first-edition-vhs-rca-columbia","title":"LOT 0914: WILD ORCHID (1989) — Unrated First Edition VHS (RCA\/Columbia)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_06f43e9234702272\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTRUCTURAL OVERVIEW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelmed by Zalman King, \u003ci\u003eWild Orchid\u003c\/i\u003e stands as a defining pillar of late-1980s neo-noir erotic cinema. Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of Rio de Janeiro, the narrative follows a young attorney pulled into an elaborate psychosexual game of voyeurism and control. Featuring a lush soundtrack and dynamic visual styling, the film represents the apex of high-budget late-80s direct-to-cable\/home video erotic melodrama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOVER SPECIFICATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork showcases a close-up profile of Carré Otis and Mickey Rourke bathed in warm, amber key lighting, capped by a bold magenta banner emphasizing its unrated status and explicit footage notes. The back sleeve displays dark woodgrain texturing, dual character headshots, and formal film credits. Showing minor corner softening, edge wear, and historical shop ink stamps, the paper slipcase delivers authentic 1990s video store provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCAST \u0026amp; PRODUCTION HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarring:\u003c\/b\u003e Mickey Rourke, Jacqueline Bisset, Carré Otis, and Assumpta Serna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreative Team:\u003c\/b\u003e Directed by Zalman King; written by Zalman King and Patricia Louisianna Knop; costume design by Luciano Soprani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePHYSICAL SPEC \u0026amp; CONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCassette:\u003c\/b\u003e Original RCA\/Columbia black plastic housing. Features intact factory side label alongside a vintage video store inventory strip. Tested and playing properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHousing:\u003c\/b\u003e Original paper slipcase with authentic shelf patina, corner compression, and ink markings. Unrestored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eARCHIVAL VALUE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn iconic late-80s home video staple, this unrated cut from RCA\/Columbia captures the precise aesthetic moment when erotic thrillers transitioned into premier VHS rental revenue drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTERMS OF SALE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Sales Final.\u003c\/b\u003e Item is sold strictly as-is in tested, working vintage condition. Given the nature of magnetic media and original paper housing, no returns, exchanges, or refunds will be accepted. Please review all high-resolution listing images prior to acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Avant Physical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900253061298,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/2552\/1330\/files\/IMG_3479.png?v=1786825608","url":"https:\/\/avantphysical.com\/products\/lot-0914-wild-orchid-1989-unrated-first-edition-vhs-rca-columbia","provider":"Avant Physical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}