Cinebuds LIVE: The Thing MKE Film Festival Additional Details Runtime: 1 Hr. 49 Min. Rating: Release Year: 1982 Director: John Carpenter Producer: David Foster, Lawrence Turman Screenwriter: Bill Lancaster, John W. Campbell Jr. Cinematographer: Dean Cundey Editor: Todd Ramsay Milwaukee Film and RadioMilwaukee are thrilled to team up for an unforgettable 40th anniversary screening of THE THING on 35mm, presented by Cinebuds hosts Justin Barney and Kristopher Pollard! The spicy boys themselves will view the film alongside our audience and then stick around afterwards for a live podcast recording on stage where you can get in on the banter during the Q&A. The hot takes will give new meaning to "Man is the warmest place to hide." Share About Milwaukee Film Milwaukee Film is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to entertaining, educating, and engaging our community through cinematic experiences. We operate the magnificent Oriental Theatre, a historic cinema palace committed to high-quality and accessible film and education programming. Since 2009, the annual Milwaukee Film Festival has brought together film fans and filmmakers to celebrate the power of cinema. Our education programs and Cultures & Communities platform provide avenues toward making our community a more empathetic and equitable place for everyone to live. Learn More