Where was The Thing filmed
The Thing
Year: 1982
Country: USA
<p>The movie, about the exploits of a group of explorers who encounter an otherworldly life form during an expedition to Antarctica, was filmed in British Columbia, the United States and Alaska. The movie was also filmed in the Tongass National Forest. It is not an exaggeration to say that attracting Hollywood to these locations has made them more popular.</p>
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Locations
Mountains
In movie
Scene where A pair of Norwegians are chasing a sled dog from the explorers' station. While one of them is flying the helicopter, the other is trying to shoot the dog. All around them are vast expanses of snow and craggy mountain peaks.
Real
Scene was shot In the mountains of British Columbia near the town of Stuart. This place, like the surrounding mountains, is famous for its long glacier runs. It also has some of the best skiing terrain you'll ever encounter. With a population of only 500 people, this town is a vibrant attraction that many tourists should visit.
Norwegian station
In movie
Scene where Macready and Dr. Copper land on a Norwegian station. They then quickly realize that something has happened there. They found a portable video unit in Norwegian, which the doctor kept for further investigation. Along the way, they find what's left of the burned humanoid and take it back to the station with them.
Real
Scene was shot Salmon Glacier, one of the largest glaciers in Canada. You can even visit this place on your own. You can reach the glacier by road from Hyder, Alaska from early July to late September. This place has incredible beauty.
Spaceship
In movie
Scene where The team watches a clip of Norwegians setting thermite charges on a large excavation site. They then decide to visit the place to see what is there. Landing there, they quickly approach the site. Upon discovering a huge alien spaceship, Macready says, “My God, how long do you think it's been in the ice?” Norris replies: “Well, considering the time it takes for an object to be dislodged up there, a very long time...”.
Real
Scene was shot The capital of Alaska is the city of Juneau. This city is known for its stunning nature, which became a key element of the shooting location. Surrounding mountains are covered with snow caps. In winter, the city is immersed in an atmosphere of harsh but mesmerizing beauty.