Mason Thames Reveals How The Black Phone 2 Channels a Horror Classic
The rising star of The Black Phone 2, Mason Thames, is immersed in the Halloween spirit, reflecting on his favorite horror films. In a recent discussion with Geek Ireland, he shared insights on what makes a horror movie memorable.
Mason Thames on The Thing and The Black Phone 2
Thames, now 18, revealed that he recently experienced John Carpenter’s horror classic, The Thing. He noted the unexpected similarities it shares with his new film, The Black Phone 2.
Rekindling Horror Classics
Thames expressed his surprise at The Thing’s initial reception. He stated, “It shocked me, because I found out that when it came out, people didn’t really like it.” He attributed this to its release coinciding with the highly popular E.T., which overshadowed it.
Thames praised the film for its practical effects, writing, and cinematography. “It just felt so original,” he added, highlighting how films like these establish an immersive atmosphere.
Similarities in Isolation
The actor drew parallels between The Thing and The Black Phone 2. He emphasized the isolation prevalent in both films. “It reminds me a lot of The Thing, just the isolatedness of the snow and just being in the middle of nowhere,” he said.
The Surprising Sequel
The announcement of a sequel to The Black Phone was unexpected for Thames. He expressed his astonishment, noting, “I had no idea the film would have the response it did in the first place.”
With a strong fan base for its characters, the sequel was a logical progression. Thames highlighted the collaboration with director Scott Derrickson and writer C. Robert Cargill as instrumental in the story’s continuation.
The Black Phone 2 in Cinemas Now
Fans can catch Thames in The Black Phone 2, now showing in Irish cinemas. The sequel promises to build on the strengths of the original while exploring new depths of horror.
