# Event Details - **Event Name**: THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.About this EventTHE THING is a 1982 American science fiction horror film directed by John Carpenter from a screenplay by Bill Lancaster. Based on the 1938 John W. Campbell Jr. novella , it tells the story of a group of American researchers in Antarctica who encounter the eponymous "Thing", an extraterrestrial life-form that assimilates, then imitates, other organisms. The group is overcome by paranoia and conflict as they learn that they can no longer trust each other and that any of them could be the Thing. The film stars Kurt Russell as the team's helicopter pilot R. J. MacReady, with A. Wilford Brimley, T. K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David, Richard Dysart, Charles Hallahan, Peter Maloney, Richard Masur, Donald Moffat, Joel Polis, and Thomas G. Waites in supporting roles.Production began in the mid-1970s as a faithful adaptation of the novella, following 1951's . The Thing went through several directors and writers, each with different ideas on how to approach the story. Filming lasted roughly twelve weeks, beginning in August 1981 and took place on refrigerated sets in Los Angeles as well as in Juneau, Alaska, and Stewart, British Columbia. Of the film's $15 million budget, $1.5 million was spent on Rob Bottin's creature effects, a mixture of chemicals, food products, rubber, and mechanical parts turned by his large team into an alien capable of taking on any form.The Thing was released by Universal Pictures on June 25, 1982 to negative reviews. Critics praised the special effects achievements but criticized their visual repulsiveness, while others found the characters poorly realized. The film grossed $19.6 million during its theatrical run. Many reasons have been cited for its failure to impress audiences: competition from films such as , which offered an optimistic view of alien visitation; a summer that had been filled with successful science fiction and fantasy films and an audience living through a recession, diametrically opposed to The Thing's nihilistic and bleak tone.The film found a cult following when it was released on home video and television and it has since been reappraised as one of the best science fiction and horror films ever made. Numerous film makers have noted its influence on their work, and it has been referred to in other media such as television and video games. The Thing has spawned merchandise – including a 1982 novelization, comic book sequels, haunted house attractions, and board games – as well as a video game of the same title and a 2011 prequel film of the same title. In 2025, it was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant."THIS IS AN INDOOR CINEMA EXHIBITION. PLEASE PURCHASE ONE (1) TICKET PER PERSON.ONE (1) admission ticket is required PER PERSON! If tickets are not available on Eventbrite, please purchase your tickets at the box office on the day of the event.FAQ'sWHAT TIME DOES THE MOVIE START?THE THING starts on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2 pm, 5 pm, and 8 pm. .WHAT TIME CAN I ARRIVE?Attendees will be allowed to enter the auditorium up to 60 minutes prior to show time.WHERE DO I PARK?Free parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to the Gardena Cinema on the north side.WHERE IS GARDENA CINEMA?Gardena Cinema is located at 14948 Crenshaw Blvd, Gardena, CA 90249.HOW DO I REDEEM MY TICKET?Upon purchase, ticket will be emailed to you as a PDF attachment from Eventbrite. When you arrive to the event, please show the entrance attendant the bar code on your ticket at the entrance to the cinema, either by holding up your printed version, or by displaying it on your phone or smart device. Attendant will scan it to check you in, and you'll be good to go into the auditorium!CAN I BRING FOOD / SNACKS?NO! This is an indoor screening. Please do not bring outside food or drinks inside the cinema. Tasty refreshments and fresh popped popcorn will be sold at the cinema snack bar.WILL YOU HAVE RESTROOMS?YES! Gardena Cinema's lobby, snack bar, and restrooms will be open.MAY I BRING MY PET WITH ME?Sorry, PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE ACTUAL CINEMA BUILDING, (where restrooms and snack bar are located).WILL YOU BE HOSTING MORE OF THESE?YES! We intend to continue curating and programming some of the BEST cinema in Los Angeles County! We provide both an intimate Drive-In style setting, as well as traditional indoor cinema experiences. 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Website: www.gardenacinema.comhttps://youtu.be/JIdw2B6zipc?si=3fIMM_Ef1hwpcFPM - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gardena/the-thing-1982r-sat-5-23-2pm-5pm-and-8pm/100001989677740683 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, science-fair, contests, exhibitions, it, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 14.64, max: 14.64, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Gardena - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Gardena Cinema - **lat**: 33.8960608 - **long**: -118.3263563 - **full address**: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Boulevard, Gardena, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b4a5762044b60e43f47f0dcc6f891d701d18da47e1ed483982de09c748f573d2-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1778868673 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm being held? - **A:** THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Boulevard, Gardena, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm? - **A:** THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm is organized by Gardena Cinema. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** THE THING (1982)(R) Sat 5/23: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gardena, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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