The Thing
Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.
2011
A brilliant reimagining of John Carpenter's classic horror film, with a fresh and original approach of copying the original's story almost beat by beat. In this thrilling tale of scientists in Antarctica who can't seem to make intelligent decisions, watch as they uncover an extraterrestrial shape-shifting creature that's just dying to assimilate them all, and marvel at how they manage to turn a dire situation into a masterclass in poor judgment. It's a captivating homage to the original that will leave you wondering if anyone in Antarctica has ever heard of common sense!
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+ "The Thing" is a bewitching and thrilling reimagining of the classic tale, with its spine-chilling creature design, suspenseful atmosphere, and masterful practical effects casting a spell over audiences, making it a must-watch for horror aficionados and lovers of the macabre.
- "The Thing" failed to cast its spell on me, with its reliance on CGI effects, lack of character development, and a diluted sense of dread, leaving me disappointed and longing for the original's eerie and practical effects-driven charm.
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Prequel not sequel
Repeat original tale
But way worse, it shows
CGI is bad
Mourn the practical effects
Record repeating
Prequel with same name
Plot followed, the same game played
Girlboss so not same
This does not stand out
Bland movie needs extra salt
Check the teeth this time
So much time to talk
To fly in Americans
Yet nearby don’t know?
Leave no rock unturned
Mystery is abolished
All hail narrative
Nine Points of View
The Optimist
Finally a movie where my bad dental habits would be beneficial.
The Mystic
Subtlety where are ye?
The Hyperbolist
Greatest unneeded fan fiction funded by a major studio ever!
The Dualist
Good movie, a serviceable update of John Carpenter’s The Thing that reminds you of every great aspect of that one that this is not.
The Trickster
The Thing: The Sequel the John Carpenter’s The Thing: The Remake of The Thing from Another World: The Adaptation of Who Goes There?
The Skeptic
How does the dialogue in this movie feel doubled from the source material but the characterization is halved.
The Rationalist
We could analyze who assimilates when and in what order but don’t. Just don’t.
The Empath
I knew the dog was gonna happen but damn, at least give the dog his due.
The Overthinker
Please refer to my review of John Carpenter’s The Thing, erase any era accurate subtext and stare at the hollow spiritless husk before you.
Estimated Budget - $38,000,000
Estimated Box Office: $31,500,000
The RATIO: 0.83
My
Rating:
4
And the perspective above was…
Modern Witch
