The Thing (1982)

THE THING! Why did it take me so long to see this movie? It just hits so many perfect notes. The cramped, poorly-lit interior spaces create the feeling of tension and paranoia, while the eerie blue light on the snowy exteriors contrasted with giant orange blazes is beautiful and other-worldly. The set design and lighting are so carefully crafted here, and so effective. The story is genuinely engaging and characters authentic. And just when it's all getting a little too serious, this happens:



also, FLAMETHROWERS! I love this movie.