Lights, camera, Carpenter! If you're a fan of horror—heck, if you're a fan of cinema in general—you can't help but bow down at the altar of John Carpenter. This legendary filmmaker is to horror what Spielberg is to adventure or what Scorsese is to crime dramas. We're talking about the man behind enduring classics like Halloween, The Thing, and Escape from New York, films that didn't just set the bar but ripped it out of the ground and swung it around like a madman. Two of his lesser talked-about classics are returning to theaters this spooky season, and I am thrilled for a new generation to get the opportunity to experience these must-see horror movies.
The Fog filmmaker has a unique gift for blending real-world issues with pure horror. He transforms everyday items into terrifying subjects, tapping into our deepest fears. Now a new generation that may only know the self-deprecating chain smoking filmmaker through pop culture references can experience his genius first-hand. Fathom Events is bringing back They Live and Christine for special anniversary screenings this September.
