The Thing

Movie
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A team of American scientists investigate the empty, destroyed base of their Norwegian counterparts in Antarctica, only to discover a terrifying life force that can take the form of its prey.

Filmmaking

Overall
95
Screenplay
85
Acting
85
Cinematography
99
Production
95
Directing
95
Concept
99
Story
99
Dialogue
86
Characters
89
Pacing
?
Musical Score
100

Attributes

Entertaining
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Uniqueness
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How Much I Like It
100
Twists
99
Artistry
100
Fun
?
Cliche
?
Cheesy
?
Broad Appeal
?
Cerebral
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Emotional
?
Discussion Worthy
100

Genres

Comedy
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Drama
?
Suspense
99
Action
?
Mystery
99
Thriller
?
Horror
100
Adventure
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Romance
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Science Fiction
?
Fantasy
?
Animation
?

Maturity

Family Friendly
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Positive Message
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Thematically Mature
?
Intense
?
Sexuality
?
Nudity
?
Violence
95
Gore
97
Crude
?
Profanity
?
Scary
100
Substance Use
?

1 Review

Tyler Faust
95 Overall85 Screenplay85 Acting99 Cinematography95 Production99 Concept99 Story86 Dialogue89 Characters100 Musical Score— Uniqueness— Entertaining

Not only one of the best horror films of all time but one of the best films period. The practical effects in this movie are truly phenomenal.

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Trailers

Official Trailer
John Carpenter's The Thing trailer (1982) HQ