"The movie follows a team of research scientists in Antarctica who unknowingly take in a shapeshifting, identity-stealing alien, leading to paranoia as the monster kills off and replicates one after another."
"Halsted, head programmer at the Hollywood Theatre, states, 'It is one of the great science-fiction and horror films of all time,' reflecting on its transformation from a flop to a classic."
"The screening event, featuring Kurt Russell and a live Q&A, is set for May 9, with tickets priced at $100, serving as a fundraiser for both the theater and MindUp."
The Thing, directed by John Carpenter, premiered in 1982 and was poorly received, labeled as 'instant junk' by The New York Times. Over time, it gained recognition as a classic, regarded as one of the greatest science-fiction and horror films. To celebrate the Hollywood Theatre's 100th anniversary, a screening featuring Kurt Russell is scheduled, along with a live Q&A. The event serves as a fundraiser for the theater and MindUp, a mental health organization. Halsted, a long-time employee, shares trivia about Russell's connection to Portland.
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