Behind The Scenes of John Carpenter’s ‘The Thing’

A story of psychological horror and isolation, featuring scares like you’d never seen before with its ground-breaking practical effects, it’s fair to say, John Carpenter’s renowned cult classic The Thing truly is “The Ultimate in alien terror”.

However, just how much went on behind the camera for this revolutionary masterpiece? From explosions on set to alternate endings being shot and even a crew member being hospitalized, we’ll be looking at what went on behind the scenes for one of the most influential horror movies of all time. Continue reading “Behind The Scenes of John Carpenter’s ‘The Thing’”

Jacked In Recommends ‘Rear Window’ (1954)

An Alfred Hitchock classic, Rear Window follows the life of L.B. Jeffries (James Stewart), a recently wheelchair-bound photographer, recovering from an injury. During his recovery – whilst not being able to leave his apartment – Jeffries begins to become fascinated with the lives of his colourful neighbours and their individual habits, before stumbling upon something suspiciously worrying from one resident in particular. . .

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