CB2001
Master Member
Not too long ago, there was a thread for The Thing related costumes. So, I figured I'd start this one on my not so screen accurate R.J. MacReady from John Carpenter's The Thing. So, before I start posting information on my costume build, here are some details that I should point out:
1. I'm doing it on a limited budget. - That means I can't afford a $50 military flight suit or a $100 leather jacket, but I can find an alternative elsewhere.
2. It will not be as accurate to the film - I may not be able to find out the exact style of flight suit, or find the correct type of hat to use, let alone afford to buy the correct style of leather jacket that MacReady wears due to #1.
3. Information is the key. - Though I am putting together the costume with #1 and #2 in mind, I will provide pictures and information I've found of the actual outfit provided, so that those who decide to follow the thread and feel inspired to construct their own, more screen accurate version should they decide to do so.
Total amount spent so far: $21 (USD)
Items I've got so far (this will be updated regularly, more information and photos will be also posted):
1. Brown leather jacket.
2. Old pair of army boots.
3. Cheap "western hat" from Party City.
4. Sunglasses that look like Mac's Glacier Glasses
Items I've got to get:
1. Flight Suit
2. Gray T-shirt (possibly. I already have one, but it may not be as close to the one in the film)
3. Spool of red covered, thick gauge wire (possibly will get this, ties in #2 below)
4. Wig (and possibly fake beard) - As my hair can't actually grow out that far, I know I'm going to need it to match the hairstyle in the film.
Items I've got to make:
1. Flamethower unit (not sure if I'll post the info on the build in the prop forum or in this thread, but I did find out some interesting details about the thrower MacReady uses)
2. Thing Blood Sample that pops up (possibly will do this. don't ask how... I'm still trying to figure it out myself)
If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask. We're going to find out who's who. :cool
1. I'm doing it on a limited budget. - That means I can't afford a $50 military flight suit or a $100 leather jacket, but I can find an alternative elsewhere.
2. It will not be as accurate to the film - I may not be able to find out the exact style of flight suit, or find the correct type of hat to use, let alone afford to buy the correct style of leather jacket that MacReady wears due to #1.
3. Information is the key. - Though I am putting together the costume with #1 and #2 in mind, I will provide pictures and information I've found of the actual outfit provided, so that those who decide to follow the thread and feel inspired to construct their own, more screen accurate version should they decide to do so.
Total amount spent so far: $21 (USD)
Items I've got so far (this will be updated regularly, more information and photos will be also posted):
1. Brown leather jacket.
2. Old pair of army boots.
3. Cheap "western hat" from Party City.
4. Sunglasses that look like Mac's Glacier Glasses
Items I've got to get:
1. Flight Suit
2. Gray T-shirt (possibly. I already have one, but it may not be as close to the one in the film)
3. Spool of red covered, thick gauge wire (possibly will get this, ties in #2 below)
4. Wig (and possibly fake beard) - As my hair can't actually grow out that far, I know I'm going to need it to match the hairstyle in the film.
Items I've got to make:
1. Flamethower unit (not sure if I'll post the info on the build in the prop forum or in this thread, but I did find out some interesting details about the thrower MacReady uses)
2. Thing Blood Sample that pops up (possibly will do this. don't ask how... I'm still trying to figure it out myself)
If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask. We're going to find out who's who. :cool
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