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John Carpenter is actually my favorite artist and I'm so happy you recognize that the film works on a level beyond the memorable special effects (Carpenter has said that those effects made this the most frustrating, difficult film he ever worked on by the way). The setting of the movie is amazing and works so well with the tone and existential dread. Plus the performances are so great. Love this review.

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The Thing is astonishing! And is the kind of horror movie that will always be scary. Its power won't wane over time.

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This'll rank at, like, 2/10 on the surprise scale, but my favorite part of "That Thing You Do!" is the music. Adam Schlesinger was musical savant.

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Absolutely love The Thing. Terrified me as a child, thrilled me as an adult. I'm seeing it on the big screen in early April.

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