JOHN CARPENTERS'S FINEST

Rating: 8/10 (25 October 2002)

Far and way the best "Thing" that John Carpenter has ever produced. This bears no resemblance to the late 40s classic which featured James Arness as a dangerous, alien vegetable in the Arctic. Rather it is a modern version of the the original 1930's novella and follows its story line extremely well but for the likewise modern, but more cynical ending.
A combo of science fiction and horror that is very frightening and could be thought of as plausible if you have an imagination and enjoy this genre.
The cast led by Kurt Russell does a marvelous job and the screenplay is excellent altho some might be offended by some excessive profanity in the original release.
It is a great watch and a must for fans of genre.