Last night we watched the film many a documentary watching acquaintance has asked if Tony has seen when they hear he’s from West Virginia – The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia. Â With all its hillbilly twisted nonsense, I can see why some are wary of backcountry culture and don’t accept Tony’s many invitations to visit him on his mountain. Â But as a short segment of the film points out, though most viewers will take it to that end regardless, this is not a portrait of the state West Virginia – this is a portrait of one screwed up family (I’m paraphrasing). Â Which brings me to our most recent “trip” together – Point Pleasant, W.V. Â We we’re there for a day to check out a heirloom hog operation -Â Black Oak Holler Farm in Mason County – so Tony could gain some inspiration from the proprietors Chuck & Nadine. Â While strolling through the partially deserted main street, I learned Point Pleasant also has cinematic ties to The Mothman Prophecies – the supernatural creature was sighted in this small town in the late 1960s. Â The main strip is host to a Mothman museum which was unfortunately closed during our visit, so instead we took in the enormous and impressive mural along the Ohio River showing the history of this small town.
Supernatural West Virginia Welcome
Hey, look behind you!
Main Street with My Main Man (and Mothman)
History comes to life...
Dela-where?