John Carpenter’s They Live Turns 37 This Year — Here’s Why It’s More Relevant Than Ever
John Carpenter's sci-fi classic They Live turns 37 in 2025, but somehow it remains as relevant as ever.
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John Carpenter's sci-fi classic They Live turns 37 in 2025, but somehow it remains as relevant as ever.
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