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John Carpenter

John Carpenter is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter, who is best known for his work in the horror and science fiction genres. He has directed several cult classics, including Halloween, The Thing, and Escape from New York, and has won various awards throughout his career.

Titles credited to John Carpenter

A History of Horror

A History of Horror

Series Age rating: n/a Year: 2010 IMDB Rating: 8.1

Mark Gatiss examines the history of the horror film, from classic Hollywood monsters to Hammer's glory days and beyond.

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In Search of Darkness

In Search of Darkness

Film Age rating: 15 Year: 2019 IMDB Rating: 8

An exploration of '80s horror movies through the perspective of the actors, directors, producers and SFX craftspeople who made them, and their impact on contemporary cinema.

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In Search of Darkness: Part II

In Search of Darkness: Part II

Film Age rating: 15 Year: 2020 IMDB Rating: 7.9

The ultimate ‘80s Horror retrospective just got BIGGER. In Search of Darkness: Part II is a four-hour-plus sequel to the Rondo Hatton-nominated In Search of Darkness, adding 15 new interviewees and 40...

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In Search of Tomorrow

In Search of Tomorrow

Film Age rating: n/a Year: 2022 IMDB Rating: 7.8

A nostalgic journey through ’80s Sci-Fi-films, exploring their impact and relevance today, told by the artist who made them and by those who were inspired to turn their visions into reality.

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Halloween: A Cut Above the Rest

Halloween: A Cut Above the Rest

Film Age rating: n/a Year: 2003 IMDB Rating: 7.6

Using original interviews with director John Carpenter, stars Jamie Lee Curtis and P.J. Soles, and crew members, 'Halloween': A Cut Above the Rest unveils the production of the horror classic and how...

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Halloween: 25 Years of Terror

Halloween: 25 Years of Terror

Film Age rating: 14 Year: 2006 IMDB Rating: 7.4

Follow the evolution of the 'Halloween' movies over the past twenty-five years. It examines why the films are so popular and revisits many of the original locations used in the films - seeing the eff...

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Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown

Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown

Film Age rating: 7 Year: 2008 IMDB Rating: 7.2

A chronicle of the life, work and mind that created the Cthulhu mythos.

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Nightmares in Red, White and Blue

Nightmares in Red, White and Blue

Film Age rating: 17 Year: 2009 IMDB Rating: 7.1

An exploration of the appeal of horror films, with interviews of many legendary directors in the genre.

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The Rise of the Synths

The Rise of the Synths

Film Age rating: n/a Year: 2019 IMDB Rating: 7

A documentary about the Synthwave scene, nostalgia and the universe of creating sounds. A love letter to human fascination and the collective memories of a universe, that never existed.

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The History of Metal and Horror

The History of Metal and Horror

Film Age rating: n/a Year: 2021 IMDB Rating: 6.3

A documentary that explores the history of heavy metal music, horror films, and how the two genres have merged together over time.

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