Great slice of horror

Rating: Null/10 (18 March 2002)

The Thing is an intense, claustrophobic horror film that is shot with an eye for detail. The music is fantastic (typical of John Carpenter films) and the whole thing is carried off with a style that's missing in many modern day thrillers. The beginning is top, and sets the scene wonderfully. The antarctic mountains, though snow-covered, seem dark and imposing, and you know that something evil is coming.
However, the science-fiction elements seem contrived, and certain special effects haven't aged well, though others still look impressive to this day.
Overall, it's an engrossing, great film, and should be viewed by all.