Much, much, much better than the original

Rating: Null/10 (11 February 2003)

I saw "The Thing from Another World" and was thoroughly unimpressed. The beginning and middle were fine, but the end just lacked any kind of coolness or suspense. It didn't help that the effects were cheesy, either.
Carpenter's version of Campbell's "Who Goes There?" is arguably better than the source material. The visuals, are, for the most part, stunning; it feels like you are in Antarctica. There are many classic scenes, and countless awesome effects. The acting is good, and the story isn't bad, either.
A fine night of terror for anyone so inclined.
SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER
I LOVE that part where the doc shoves his hands into the guys stomach - I jumped out of my seat so hard I almost stood up.
The interrogation sequence, the final plan to blow up the whole place...the final scene ("We'll just wait...")...yeah.