The Thing 2011 is a prequel to The Thing 1982, a cult classic that originally wasn't all that well received itself.
There is a distinct darkness to these visions of aliens and how they'd interact with humans once they reach earth. Also a distinct pessimism to how few safety protocols humans making first contact would put in place. (Given recent science, probably deserved)
This particular movie does no harm to the classic, because its purpose is literally to get us to the opening shot of that former film. For this reason, I give the writers and producers respect for not trying to re-do something people hold dear.
This prequel is also a good stand alone--dark, moody with some lifts of humor; jump scares; decent f/x's on the re-release, capable cast.
For me, it's not the kind of film you buy on dvd and re-watch. But it's definitely decent when it comes up on your suggested movies on netflix. Acceptable. Solid.
There is a distinct darkness to these visions of aliens and how they'd interact with humans once they reach earth. Also a distinct pessimism to how few safety protocols humans making first contact would put in place. (Given recent science, probably deserved)
This particular movie does no harm to the classic, because its purpose is literally to get us to the opening shot of that former film. For this reason, I give the writers and producers respect for not trying to re-do something people hold dear.
This prequel is also a good stand alone--dark, moody with some lifts of humor; jump scares; decent f/x's on the re-release, capable cast.
For me, it's not the kind of film you buy on dvd and re-watch. But it's definitely decent when it comes up on your suggested movies on netflix. Acceptable. Solid.