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The Thing (1982) 8.2
Scientists in the Antarctic are confronted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of the people that it kills. Director:John Carpenter |
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Cast
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| Kurt Russell | ... | ||
| Wilford Brimley | ... |
Dr. Blair
(as A. Wilford Brimley)
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| T.K. Carter | ... | ||
| David Clennon | ... | ||
| Keith David | ... | ||
| Richard Dysart | ... | ||
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Charles Hallahan | ... | |
| Peter Maloney | ... | ||
| Richard Masur | ... | ||
| Donald Moffat | ... | ||
| Joel Polis | ... | ||
| Thomas G. Waites | ... |
Windows
(as Thomas Waites)
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| Norbert Weisser | ... |
Norwegian
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| Larry J. Franco | ... |
Norwegian Passenger with Rifle
(as Larry Franco)
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Nate Irwin | ... |
Helicopter Pilot
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Plot Summary
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Plot Synopsis
Storyline
An American scientific expedition to the frozen wastes of the Antarctic is interrupted by a group of seemingly mad Norwegians pursuing and shooting a dog. The helicopter pursuing the dog explodes, eventually leaving no explanation for the chase. During the night, the dog mutates and attacks other dogs in the cage and members of the team that investigate. The team soon realizes that an alien life-form with the ability to take over other bodies is on the loose and they don't know who may already have been taken over. Written by Goth <brooks@odie.ee.wits.ac.za>
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The ultimate in alien terror. See more »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USARelease Date:
25 June 1982 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
John Carpenter's The Thing See more »Box Office
Budget:
$15,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$3,107,897 (USA) (2 July 1982)Gross:
$3,107,897 (USA) (2 July 1982)Company Credits
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2.35 : 1
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MacReady: I'm a real light sleeper, Childs.
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A poster of The Thing is clearly visible in a window at least twice. See more »
Music by Billie Holiday (uncredited)
Lyrics by Arthur Herzog Jr. (uncredited)
Performed by Billie Holiday
Courtesy of MCA Records
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Trivia
Bernie Casey, Isaac Hayes, Geoffrey Holder, Ernie Hudson, and Carl Weathers were all considered for the role of Childs. Hudson almost landed the role, but lost it to 'Keith David'. See more »Goofs
As Mac comes out of the supply room with the flare and dynamite, the TNT sticks he is holding are almost falling apart and he is holding them by one stick. In the following shots of Mac the TNT sticks are suddenly wrapped tightly with black tape again and he holds all the sticks. See more »Quotes
Childs: You're gonna have to sleep sometime, MacReady.MacReady: I'm a real light sleeper, Childs.
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Connections
Referenced in Miami Vice: Made for Each Other (1985)A poster of The Thing is clearly visible in a window at least twice. See more »
Soundtracks
"DON'T EXPLAIN"Music by Billie Holiday (uncredited)
Lyrics by Arthur Herzog Jr. (uncredited)
Performed by Billie Holiday
Courtesy of MCA Records
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Many people has got a film they think of as their favourite movie. My movie will always be John Carpenter's The Thing! The main reason why this movie is a cult-film is perhaps the splatter-effects created mainly by genius Rob Bottin and that this is the movie that made Kurt Russell what he is today (along with Escape from N.Y.) In my opinion, this is not a great film because of the effects, it has to do with the story, the atmosphere, and of course, the acting. I have watched thousands and thousands of movies (3-6 every day the last 10 years), but none has had the impact on me as this one, not even the great "Das Boot".
Here's my suggestion to you who likes sci-fi and horror movies: Place yourself in the good chair of your home. Be sure you're not interupted by anyone. If you aint got a projector, sit close to your TV and watch this miracle of a film. Let it absorbe you, and you'll see it my way!
Best View Time: Late February between 5 and 9 in the evening.