The ending had to have been one of the best endings in a horror movie.

Best Lovecraftian movie ever made

Great movie that really caught me by surprise.

Underrated horror/thriller from Carpenter. Neill gives a good performance (although I am not sure the lives of insurance investigators are quite like this) and I love that they didn't cop out on the ending and wrap it all up.

Crap. I remember this film really scared me 15 years ago, watched it again last night. Most films stand the test of time well, this one doesn't. On the second viewing, I found it corny and dumb and not that scary after all. Not recommended.

While this film certainly had lots of flaws, the Lovecraftian plot and atmosphere made this a really entertaining watch. I also thought this one of Carpenter's strongest films visually.

Solid mash-up of cosmic horror, pop culture and that Magritte pipe painting.

This film has one of the best unbroken shots in cinema, as some ax-wielding dude, from all the way across the street, one step at a time, approaches the window of a restaurant. We see it happening; the protagonist doesn't. Then shatter! Masterful direction. Thanks, Carpenter!

Was this movie made for T.V or something? I don't think I've ever laughed so hard at a film creature before. Easily Carpenters worst movie.

A pleasant surprise.

I thought the plot was very original at the time and very creepy.

carpenter = horror semi-god

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4- might want to skip this one, not that hot :: great moment when they talk about how "not everyone will read the book"

If the mark of a great horror film is that it creeps you out, then this certainly fits the bill. The highlight is definitely Sam Neill, who makes the transitions in his character's state of mind seem perfectly smooth and consistent. Carpenter's direction deserves a nod too, with the visuals and soundtrack combining for a great atmosphere.

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