FILM

They Live

by John Carpenter (sci-fi, 1988, 35 mm)

John Carpenter is a legendary American director known for films full of visceral excitement and rich cinematic texture. His 1988 film They Live has become a cult favorite—a mixture of low-budget sci-fi, drama, and action warning of the perils of Corporate America. Exploring the dark side of American culture of the 80s and its obsession with mass communication and consumerism, They Live was part of the inspiration for Shepard Fairey’s “Obey” campaign.