Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Is Childs The Thing?

I literally just finished watching John Carpenter's 1982 classic sci-fi horror movie The Thing and I'm pretty sure Childs is The Thing.  Although that view might change I think it's too convenient that he got lost in the snow.

I only saw movie after only seeing bits and pieces before tonight and I love the entire film.  The Thing is mysterious, scary and a lot of fun, especially the blood test scene.  My favorite performance was that of Blair played by Wilford Brimley (the Quaker Oats guy) although I would say all the actors did a great job, including Keith David who played Childs and Kurt Russel who is the lead actor.

I also heard that a prequel is in the works scheduled to be released in April 2011.  I for one will welcome this prequel as I'm interested in know what happens to the Norwegian team from the beginning of the first movie

Overall, a classic and a terrific thrill ride.

I give The Thing a 9/10!  Well done Mr. Carpenter.

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