It's comforting to remember that, once upon a time, John Carpenter could direct a halfway decent film. The Thing is one of his greatest moments, creating a terrifying atmosphere of claustrophobia, suspense and paranoia. And Kurt Russell is as good as he's ever been, wearing one of the best beards in movie history.
DVD Extras:
Are you ready for this? Here we go: John Carpenter's The Thing: Terror Takes Shape - an 80-minute documentary, commentary with Carpenter and Kurt Russell, out-takes from the film, cast production photos, storyboards and conceptual art, location design, production archives, trailer, menu music, cast and film-makers' notes. Oustanding.You have died and gone to heaven. Whatever you did with your life, it must have been good, because the pearly gates are wide open for you. And just inside the white, fluffy interior is a shiny pedestal, sporting a plump velvet cushion. Something catches the light. It's a crisp, clean copy of The Thing on DVD. Praise be.
