Things (1989) movie poster

Things

1989 ·1h 24m · ★ 3.9 (30)

An impotent husband with a fanatical desire to father children, forces his wife to undergo a dangerous experiment. This results in the birth of a multitude of monstrous THINGS.

Why it matters

A campy dive into body horror’s murkier corners that stumbles on all cylinders but still offers a glimpse at late-’80s indie creature chaos.

  • Ambitious monster design hints at practical effects enthusiasm, even if execution falters.
  • A cautionary tale of obsession and control, tapping into reproductive anxieties common in body horror.
  • For fans of low-budget horror curiosities who appreciate enthusiasm over polish.
  • Notorious for its baffling narrative and uneven performances—so bring patience and a taste for the weird.

Horror DNA

Gore
85
Slow Burn
33
Psychological
57
Supernatural
0
Creature
91
Disturbing
83
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
83
MonsterParasite

Content Warnings

Taboo ContentBody HorrorPregnancy HorrorDehumanizationMedical Gore

Phobia triggers

NeedlesPregnancy BirthMedical ProceduresInsects

TMDB Keywords

canuxploitationchainsawexperimentfemale reportergiant insectgoreporn starpregnancy

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