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I really, really wish I hadn't looked it up on 'Wiki before I saw it; ruined a lot of the Boo! moments. Damn it I'll say this also: a lot of the Thing incarnations were stupid looking...

Well First class was an origins movie, almost a prequel in itself, but the locations and the times were different. The first X movie was presented to us in almost present day, First Class took place during the 60's, so naturally they didn't really have to rehash anything. The new Batman movies are reboots, so I'd say the writers have a bit of freedom when it comes to developing their story. However, the origins of Batman have remained constant no matter which Batman movie you watch. The rich family, the kid, the cave, the murders, being an orphan, etc, none of that ever changes. Then you have the Thing(s). Since this is a prequel that's supposed to be telling the story of what happened at the Norwegian camp, the writers have to tell a story limited to that particular piece of established canon. The fact that both movies take place within HOURS of each other makes it even more difficult to differentiate the two movies. Now having watched the movie, I will admit that there were some scenes from the '82 movie that were shamelessly (and very badly) copied, however the story formula can't deviate from this: frozen alien, curious scientists, Thing outbreak, hell breaking loose. Sure that's what happened in the 'JC version, but honestly, I don't see what else they could've done with the new movie asides from just showing us what happened at the Norwegian camp, which disappointingly almost mirrors what happened at the US camp. Agreed. Again I wish they hadn't copied some scenes, but this movie answered one of the great questions that the '82 movie has had fans asking for decades: what happened at the Norwegian camp? My only major criticism of the movie is that it failed to develop, spread and increase tension, anxiety and fear. I would even go to say that the more subdued creature effects of the primitive '82 movie beat this CGI wonder because something that is more hidden than seen is 100 x's more horrifying. Also, some believe that Mary Elizabeth Winstead was intended to be some sort of Ripley-esque character. If that's the case I'd say the writers failed there as well, because we don't once see Mary being hot and sweaty, wearing nothing but her underwear..........

To each their own, I guess. I've never read the printed stuff, would it be safe to assume that some of the comic-based stuff would not translate well to the screen?

Most critics are saying that this movie fails to develop its own identity and draws too much from the JC version; some are calling it a remake that's parading around as a prequel. Personally, I don't understand how a prequel, sequel or remake could avoid being accused of drawing too much from the source material because, after all, it's already based on an existing story. For example, some critics say that what happens in the new Thing happens in the old Thing. Well, of course the same thing happened. A shape-shifting monster is unfrozen and it attacks everyone-that's the basic story behind JC's story and if you want to make a sequel, prequel or remake of the '82 film you're going to have a shape-shifting monster attacking everyone. You couldn't have a Thing based movie that was similar to Hamlet, Bridesmaids or Footloose and expect it to remain faithful to the original material. I dunno, I'm not a screenwriter or a critic, so maybe I'm looking at this wrong, but in my opinion a prequel, sequel or a remake pretty much has its die cast. You can change characters introduce new plot devices, maybe even change the location but ultimately you're going to have a story that's obviously close to the original material. Now I haven't actually SEEN it yet, but as far as I'm concerned the only areas that this movie could fail would be its ability to build tension (which I hear it fails miserably), the quality of its acting, special effects and things of that nature. Now...I'm still deciding if I'm going to see this. I need to be able to sleep at night...

Well, in the book Childs and Palmer had a mini-garden in one of the sheds, or something...

Wait season 2 already premiered?! Edit: Thanks for posting 'Exo; I was able to catch the episode at work off of Direct TV. I won't spoil anything but I will say that I'm glad that Daryl's turned out to be more than just Merle light, and is a highly productive member of the group. Shoot, maybe I'll buy a chopper, get me a crossbow and learn me how to track just like he can...

I've been watching season 1 on Netflix, just to remember what happened and prepare myself for the beginning of season 2. Although, I don't have cable any more so I'm not sure how I'm going to go about it, lol...

The original is a classic that, 30 years after its release, people are still talking about. I hope this new The Thing can have a similar impact on us...

Now that's bad. Tension and unique scares/creatures/situations are what made some of the '82 Thing such a great movie. I have to wait 'till Monday to see this-late to the party as usual...

Russia. Whaaaaaat?

That's strange, just about every site that has a review on it states there's some sort of post-credit thing. Anyway, what did you think? Did you like it? I won't get to see it on Monday...

Uuummm.........Lol....

Yeah if the world gets to see their faces it just MIGHT complicate their careers. Maybe they're like instructors or something. Big fan of the '90 movie btw, it's still on the playlist...

Hmm. Maybe this time McClane will take out a Saturn V rocket just like that VTOL fighter jet in 'Live Free. In any case I'm game-I just hope they don't pair him up with his daughter or Samuel Jackson or something to that effect...

"Cause I'm the Thing, yeah I'm the Thing baby..." That's some good s**t man, although I'm pretty sure the dog was an Alaskan Malamute and not a Husky...

What about Campbell's 50's-era, "The Thing?"

olI think you said it best, bud. Focus on your retro gaming thing, then. Meanwhile I still use my PS3 for PS2, PS1 games, netflix, movies, etc. Worst case scenario is you sell your unit to me as I think mine's dying, lol...

Yeah I love how you can't pause the clip either-you're forced to endure the scare no matter what...

GODDAMMIT RRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!111111 http://www.youtube.com/user/14oct2011?v=MlfNqoVdi-E&feature=pyv&ad=9457519862&kw=it

And if all of those recommendations aren't enough to inspire you Shaorin maybe, like me, you're just not into gaming anymore. But that's ok, because the PS3 does all sorts of other stuff too...

^^^^Anthony and Noah's finest roles. Just how accurate to life was that movie? In any case, you can't help but revere an individual who inadvertently touched countless lives. See you out there, Mr. Jobs...

You need to sample more games. I haven't been into gaming for a long time so I can't recommend anything, but the the PS3's library is enormous and I'm sure you could find enough quality titles to impress you...

I love cross-over type stuff-that was a great commercial...

Wow thanks for posting that; 9 more days!

Ah gotta love those failed 90's shows. Knight Rider 2010 comes to mind...