The Thing
1982
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John Howard Carpenter (born January 16, 1948) is an American filmmaker, composer, and actor. Most commonly associated with horror, action, and science fiction films of the 1970s and 1980s, he is generally recognized as a master of the horror genre.
IMDb profile of John Carpenter, a prolific and influential director, writer, composer, and producer of horror and sci-fi films. See his credits, awards, trivia, photos, videos, and upcoming projects.
- January 1, 1
- 1.80 m
- Carthage, New York, USA
Learn about the life and career of John Carpenter, a prolific and influential director of horror, sci-fi and dark comedy films. Find out his awards, trivia, quotes, family, trademarks and more on IMDb.
- Music Department, Writer, Composer
- January 16, 1948
Apr 30, 2024 · The horror director and composer reveals his influences and admiration for noir, thriller, and sci-fi classics. From Double Indemnity to Dead Ringers, see his personal list of essential movies and why he loves them.
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of John Carpenter, a master of horror who directed classics like Halloween, The Thing and Christine. Find out his awards, influences, personal life and more.
Oct 10, 2023 · Horror icon John Carpenter returns to directing after 13 years with the Peacock horror anthology “John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams,” presenting six tales of true terror.
May 17, 2024 · John Carpenter (born January 16, 1948, Carthage, New York, U.S.) is an American filmmaker who is regarded as a master of the low-budget horror film. He often wrote, produced, and scored the movies he directed, many of which became cult classics.
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