The Fog
AVCO Embassy Pictures | Release Date: February 8, 1980
6.9
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PhilipBlakeMay 27, 2019
The Fog was another great atmospheric horror movie. The directing, the cinematography and the production design was wonderful, but what have truly helped to make this one-of-a-kind atmosphere was the John Carpenter and Alan Howarth originalThe Fog was another great atmospheric horror movie. The directing, the cinematography and the production design was wonderful, but what have truly helped to make this one-of-a-kind atmosphere was the John Carpenter and Alan Howarth original score, this is probably one of their finest score to date. The story isn't maybe at the best and some characters would probably be more interesting with a different cast. But this is still an excellent Carpenter classic and deserve to be seen by the new generation. Some elements are outdated for sure, but many are still very effective.… Expand
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daviddelnorte23Jan 18, 2018
Otra gran historia de terror contada por el maestro del género, Carpenter. La dirección y sus 'finales' siempre hacen que merezcan la pena sus películas.
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imthenoobSep 16, 2018
Yet another horror movie that just doesn't work. I liked the premise but it was just so poorly executed that it kind of took the fun out of watching the movie. There should have been way more gore (pretty much nothing happens until the veryYet another horror movie that just doesn't work. I liked the premise but it was just so poorly executed that it kind of took the fun out of watching the movie. There should have been way more gore (pretty much nothing happens until the very end of the movie) and maybe slim out the cast of characters a bit and focus on 2-3 rather than 5-6. There were just too many subplots going on IMO. It's not a terrible film but it's rather mediocre and should have been way better than what it was.… Expand
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eva3si0nDec 25, 2022
The Fog is a typical thriller from John Carpenter. Literally from the first 10 minutes of viewing, it becomes clear who the director and composer of the film is. The Fog is for the most part a B-thriller with elements of light horror. ButThe Fog is a typical thriller from John Carpenter. Literally from the first 10 minutes of viewing, it becomes clear who the director and composer of the film is. The Fog is for the most part a B-thriller with elements of light horror. But there is no horror here, and what may be similar to it in 2022 causes only cringe. The Fog will be boring to watch the vast majority of viewers in modern times, with the film failing the time test. It can only be recommended to fans of the genre and Carpenter fans like me. Fortunately, unlike most films of thrillers of the 80s in The Fog, the timing is only 1.5 hours and the film does not have time to get tired, although the action is somewhat delayed. The only thing that disappointed me a lot in the film, this decision to show ghosts, it destroys the atmosphere of the film considering how cheap and childish they look… Expand
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ahmedaiman9999Nov 1, 2018
Lock your doors. Bolt your windows. There's something in THE FOG; there's an atmosphere full of dread and eeriness that I haven't seen it created like this before!

As he did in Halloween, Carpenter did an equally fascinating job in buildingLock your doors. Bolt your windows. There's something in THE FOG; there's an atmosphere full of dread and eeriness that I haven't seen it created like this before!

As he did in Halloween, Carpenter did an equally fascinating job in building up The Fog's idiosyncratic atmosphere from the get-go until the very end; the rich-colored shadow-drenched cinematography by Dean Cundey, the spine-chilling score that also has an ancient tale vibe into it to suit the story perfectly, the campfire intro scene, and almost every subtle nuance of the movie's style made The Fog one of the most atmospheric horror films ever.

Unfortunately, The Fog is also Carpenter's most poorly-written movie I've seen so far. The storytelling is all over the place, the characters are neither interesting, nor well-established (the performances, however, are all great, especially from Jamie Lee Curtis, Janet Leigh, and Adrienne Barbeau.), and the plot is far from being cohesive; tons of plot-holes aside, the movie even feels if it forgot what it has established from its beginning, and only returned to it at the third act.

I wasn't prepared to see these glaring storytelling inadequacies in a Carpenter film, but what disappointed me even more is The Fog's lack of flexible and effective camera work that is necessary for a horror movie. When it comes to building up to Jumpscare scenes, John Carpenter is a real master, and there is no better example than Halloween. But here all the jump scares fall entirely flat, and felt so cheap and poorly-executed. Not to mention that the assault and attack scenes are completely ruined by too many cuts. It's so weird that Halloween, which came out two years before The Fog, seems to be way more fresh and modern than this movie.

Honestly, I became more interested in the characters and the story from the middle of the second act. The third act is very good, and full of intense moments, but it's a bit rushed, especially near the very end.

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akshatmahajanJul 26, 2021
From last few days, I have been watching John Carpenter's movie. I read alot of good things about this movie and watched it. I liked the idea of the movie and it was different for that time. For your info, this movie is now considered cultFrom last few days, I have been watching John Carpenter's movie. I read alot of good things about this movie and watched it. I liked the idea of the movie and it was different for that time. For your info, this movie is now considered cult classic.

For me, the movie was tense but not scary. There are some good tense scenes. But for the most part, I felt like I was watching just an ordinary drama with some supernatural elements.

If we talk about performances, everyone did a fine job. Direction by John Carpenter was just like his other movies such as Halloween and The Thing. There was some issues with pacing but it will not effect the overall experience.

Overall, the movie is good and different for it's time. It was just that I expected too much and I found it underwhelming.… Expand
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JLauSep 27, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fog is coming and it contains the crew of a ship of lepers who were murdered for their gold by the two 100 years ago and they simply go away if you give them the gold back.… Expand
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HellHoleHorrorApr 19, 2022
I quite enjoyed this village versus fog low-budget but big hitting horror film. This is far from John's best film but it is also far from his worst. Sadly forgotten sandwiched between Halloween and The Thing. It is good but it is still aI quite enjoyed this village versus fog low-budget but big hitting horror film. This is far from John's best film but it is also far from his worst. Sadly forgotten sandwiched between Halloween and The Thing. It is good but it is still a zombie film. There are some very good moments that made me jump. Some of the visceral elements are really amazing. A solid slasher horror that can scare.… Expand
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Boggiebamph123Oct 9, 2022
The Fog is a mixed bag. Some moments are extremely suspenseful and riveting. Other times the film puts me in a sleep like trance. Honestly the first time I watched this film it took me three times to completely finish the whole film start toThe Fog is a mixed bag. Some moments are extremely suspenseful and riveting. Other times the film puts me in a sleep like trance. Honestly the first time I watched this film it took me three times to completely finish the whole film start to finish. The Pirate zombies and the Fog effects are fun. Maybe the story would've worked better if it was part of a anthology film. Thirty minutes or so. As a full length feature film it just doesn't seem to be able to hold my interest. All that said I would still recommend checking out the film. Just be prepared with a caffeinated beverage close at hand.… Expand
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Computey18Dec 24, 2022
The Fog feels like a really good ghost story, in which it is. This movie nails it's atmosphere and story.
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