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[[Image:TheyLive.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''They Live'' (1988)]] | |||
'''''They Live''''' is a 1988 science-fiction film written (under a pseudonym) and directed by [[John Carpenter]]. In the movie, a drifter (the character is never named but [[Roddy Piper]] is credited as Nada) finds himself in Los Angeles looking like many in the country for work. Upon landing a job at a construction site, Nada befriends another worker who takes him to a shanty camp site for the homeless. After the camp’s shifty organizers run from a police raid, Nada's curiosity leads him to some sunglasses. When he puts on the glasses, he discovers the secret truth behind the upper echelon of society. | '''''They Live''''' is a 1988 science-fiction film written (under a pseudonym) and directed by [[John Carpenter]]. In the movie, a drifter (the character is never named but [[Roddy Piper]] is credited as Nada) finds himself in Los Angeles looking like many in the country for work. Upon landing a job at a construction site, Nada befriends another worker who takes him to a shanty camp site for the homeless. After the camp’s shifty organizers run from a police raid, Nada's curiosity leads him to some sunglasses. When he puts on the glasses, he discovers the secret truth behind the upper echelon of society. | ||
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* Directors: [[:Category:John Carpenter|John Carpenter]] | * Directors: [[:Category:John Carpenter|John Carpenter]] | ||
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=Revolvers= | |||
==Colt Python== | ==Colt Python== | ||
Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) is confronted by two LAPD officers in an alleyway. Nada manages to knock them out and relieves them of their sidearms. One such sidearm is a [[Colt Python]] | Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) is confronted by two LAPD officers in an alleyway. Nada manages to knock them out and relieves them of their sidearms. One such sidearm is a [[Colt Python]]. Nada puts the officer’s utility belt over his shoulder and across his chest with the revolver holstered on the belt. | ||
[[Image:Pythstainless6.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:Pythstainless6.jpg|thumb|350px|none|Colt Python Stainless Steel variant with 6" Barrel - .357 Magnum]] | ||
[[Image:Theylivepython.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada picks up the officer's Colt Python.]] | [[Image:Theylivepython.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada picks up the officer's [[Colt Python]].]] | ||
[[Image:Theylivepython4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada checking the cylinder of the Colt Python.]] | [[Image:Theylivepython4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada checking the cylinder of the Colt Python.]] | ||
[[Image:Theylivepython2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada | [[Image:Theylivepython2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) fires the Colt Python.]] | ||
[[Image:Theylivepython5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Colt Python seen inside Nada's waistband at Holly's apartment.]] | [[Image:Theylivepython5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Colt Python seen inside Nada's waistband at Holly's ([[Meg Foster]]) apartment.]] | ||
==Smith & Wesson Model 28== | ==Smith & Wesson Model 28== | ||
Besides the Colt Python, Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) also takes the other officers sidearm, a [[ | Besides the Colt Python, Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) also takes the other officers sidearm, a [[Smith & Wesson Model 28]]. You can see this revolver tucked into his waistband when he walks into the bank. He is also seen with the revolver when he forces Holly to give him a ride. | ||
[[Image:S&WModel28.jpg| | [[Image:S&WModel28.jpg|350px|thumb|none|Smith & Wesson Model 28 'Highway Patrolman' - .357 Magnum]] | ||
[[Image:SWTheylive.jpg|600px|thumb|none|''"I have come here to chew bubblegum and kick ass ...and I'm all out of bubblegum."'' Smith & Wesson Model 28 in Nada's waistband as he enters the bank.]] | [[Image:SWTheylive.jpg|600px|thumb|none|''"I have come here to chew bubblegum and kick ass ...and I'm all out of bubblegum."'' A [[Smith & Wesson Model 28]] is in Nada's waistband as he enters the bank.]] | ||
[[Image:SWTheylive2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Nada grabs Holly while holding the Smith & Wesson Model 28.]] | [[Image:SWTheylive2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Nada grabs Holly while holding the Smith & Wesson Model 28.]] | ||
[[Image:SWTheylive4.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Good view of the Smith & Wesson Model 28.]] | [[Image:SWTheylive4.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Good view of the Smith & Wesson Model 28.]] | ||
==Smith & Wesson Model 36== | ==Smith & Wesson Model 36== | ||
Later in the film, Gilbert gives Frank ([[Keith David]]) a [[Smith & Wesson Model 36]] square | Later in the film, Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) gives Frank ([[Keith David]]) a [[Smith & Wesson Model 36]] with square butt. | ||
[[Image:S&Wmodel36square.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:S&Wmodel36square.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 36 with square butt grips - .38 Special]] | ||
[[Image:Model10TheyLive3.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Frank's Smith & Wesson Model 36 given to him by Gilbert.]] | [[Image:Model10TheyLive3.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Frank's [[Smith & Wesson Model 36]] given to him by Gilbert.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveM10.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Frank holds the Model 36 on the way to the safe house.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveM10.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Frank holds the Model 36 on the way to the safe house.]] | ||
==Smith & Wesson Model 10== | ==Smith & Wesson Model 10== | ||
A [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]] is carried by a bank guard who uses it to shoot at Nada. | A [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]] is carried by a bank guard who uses it to shoot at Nada. | ||
[[Image:S&W-Model-10.jpg |thumb|none| | [[Image:S&W-Model-10.jpg |thumb|none|350px|Smith & Wesson Model 10 with 4 inch barrel - .38 Special]] | ||
[[Image:Model10TheyLive.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Bank Guard/Alien fires what appears to be a Smith & Wesson Model 10.]] | [[Image:Model10TheyLive.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Bank Guard/Alien fires what appears to be a Smith & Wesson Model 10.]] | ||
==Walther PP | ==Ruger Single Six== | ||
Holly ([[Meg Foster]]) uses a [[Walther PP]] | On the DVD scene selection, the bank guard has a [[Ruger Single Six]], instead of the [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]] | ||
[[Image:NickelPPK.jpg|300px|thumb|none|Nickel Walther PP Pistol - .32 ACP.]] | [[Image:Early-Ruger-Old-Model-Single-Six-Revolver.jpg|thumb|none|350px|Early variant of the Ruger Single Six with the black plastic grips (and Ruger Logo) - .22 LR (1953-1973). This is an early 3 screw model that was made between 1953-1962.]] | ||
=Pistols= | |||
==Walther PP== | |||
Holly ([[Meg Foster]]) uses a [[Walther PP]] with nickel finish and pearl grips near the end of the film. | |||
[[Image:NickelPPK.jpg|300px|thumb|none|Nickel Walther PP Pistol - .32 ACP (7.65x17mm)]] | |||
[[Image:HollysWalther2.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Holly ([[Meg Foster]]) holds a [[Walther PP]] pistol with nickel finish and pearl grips.]] | [[Image:HollysWalther2.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Holly ([[Meg Foster]]) holds a [[Walther PP]] pistol with nickel finish and pearl grips.]] | ||
==Beretta Jetfire== | ==Beretta Jetfire== | ||
Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) gives Nada a [[Beretta Jetfire]]. Nada keeps the pistol concealed in his shirt sleeve and later uses it on the roof. | Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) gives Nada a [[Beretta Jetfire]]. Nada keeps the pistol concealed in his shirt sleeve and later uses it on the roof near the end of the film. | ||
[[Image:Beretta950JetfireandClip-Shut.jpg|300px|thumb|none|Beretta Jetfire - .25 ACP]] | [[Image:Beretta950JetfireandClip-Shut.jpg|300px|thumb|none|Beretta Jetfire - .25 ACP]] | ||
[[Image:JetfireTheyLive.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Nada conceals his Beretta Jetfire in the sleeve of his shirt.]] | [[Image:JetfireTheyLive.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Nada conceals his Beretta Jetfire in the sleeve of his shirt.]] | ||
[[Image:JetfireTheyLive2.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Nada taking aim with the Beretta Jetfire.]] | [[Image:JetfireTheyLive2.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Nada taking aim with the Beretta Jetfire.]] | ||
[[Image:JetfireTheyLive3.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Nada | [[Image:JetfireTheyLive3.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Nada with the [[Beretta Jetfire]].]] | ||
[[Image:JetfireTheyLive4.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Firing the Beretta Jetfire.]] | [[Image:JetfireTheyLive4.jpg|601px|thumb|none|Firing the Beretta Jetfire.]] | ||
==Desert Eagle== | ==Desert Eagle== | ||
Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) picks up a [[Desert Eagle | Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) picks up a [[Desert Eagle Mark I]] from the table of guns at the safe house. He later uses it in the Studio 54 building. | ||
[[Image:MagResDE.357MarkI.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:MagResDE.357MarkI.jpg|thumb|350px|none|Desert Eagle Mark I - .357 Magnum]] | ||
[[Image:DETheyLive.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Nada | [[Image:DETheyLive.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Nada holds the [[Desert Eagle Mark I]].]] | ||
[[Image:DETheyLive2.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) racks the slide of the Desert Eagle.]] | [[Image:DETheyLive2.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) racks the slide of the Desert Eagle.]] | ||
[[Image:DETheyLive3.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) on the roof with the Desert Eagle.]] | [[Image:DETheyLive3.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) on the roof with the Desert Eagle.]] | ||
[[Image:DETheyLive4.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Good view of the Desert Eagle.]] | [[Image:DETheyLive4.jpg|thumb|601px|none|Good view of the Desert Eagle.]] | ||
==SIG Sauer P226== | ==SIG-Sauer P226== | ||
Frank takes a [[SIG-Sauer P226]] from the table of guns at the safe house. Note how the P226 seems to be fitted with a custom stainless compensator. Frank later uses the pistol in the Studio 54 building. This appears to be the same P226 that was used in ''[[Feds]]''. | Frank ([[Keith David]]) takes a [[SIG-Sauer P226]] from the table of guns at the safe house. Note how the P226 seems to be fitted with a custom stainless compensator. Frank later uses the pistol in the Studio 54 building. This appears to be the same P226 that was used in ''[[Feds]]''. | ||
[[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|none|300px|SIG-Sauer P226 - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:SIGTheyLive.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank | [[Image:SIGTheyLive.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank with his SIG-Sauer P226 fitted with a LaFrance Specialties compensator.]] | ||
[[Image:SIGTheyLive2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank | [[Image:SIGTheyLive2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank with his [[SIG-Sauer P226]].]] | ||
[[Image:SIGTheyLive3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank with the P226 outside the TV studio]] | [[Image:SIGTheyLive3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank ([[Keith David]]) with the P226 outside the TV studio.]] | ||
[[Image:SIGTheyLive4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Closeup of Frank's SIG-Sauer P226]] | [[Image:SIGTheyLive4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Closeup of Frank's SIG-Sauer P226.]] | ||
==Steyr GB== | ==Steyr GB== | ||
When the safe house is raided, a member of the resistance ([[Sy Richardson]]) tries to get off a shot at the police with a [[Steyr GB]]. His Steyr GB pistol has a weaponlight attachment. | When the safe house is raided, a member of the resistance ([[Sy Richardson]]) tries to get off a shot at the police with a [[Steyr GB]]. His Steyr GB pistol has a weaponlight attachment. | ||
[[Image:SteyrGB.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:SteyrGB.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Steyr GB - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveUn.jpg|thumb|601px|none|A member of the resistance ([[Sy Richardson]]) holds the Steyr GB that's fitted with a weaponlight.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveUn.jpg|thumb|601px|none|A member of the resistance ([[Sy Richardson]]) holds the Steyr GB that's fitted with a weaponlight.]] | ||
=Shotguns= | =Shotguns= | ||
==Ithaca 37== | ==Ithaca 37== | ||
The [[Ithaca 37]] appears extensively throughout the film. Nada, police officers, and various other characters are seen with the shotgun. The shotgun is configured like the real LAPD's Ithaca Shotguns and is equipped with rifle sights. The resistance member seen guarding the door later in the film is seen holding an Ithaca with the curved pistol grip. | The [[Ithaca 37]] appears extensively throughout the film. Nada, police officers, and various other characters are seen with the shotgun. The shotgun is configured like the real LAPD's Ithaca Shotguns and is equipped with rifle sights. The resistance member seen guarding the door later in the film is seen holding an Ithaca with the curved pistol grip. | ||
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=Submachine Guns= | =Submachine Guns= | ||
==Heckler & Koch HK94 Conversion== | |||
==HK94 Conversion== | The [[Heckler & Koch HK94|HK94A3 Conversion]] is used both by Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) and the LAPD in the film. Nada acquires his from the table of guns at the safe house. The HK94A3 conversion that appear in the film have long barrel shrouds that act as a muzzle attachment producing a large unusual flash. Also vertical foregrips are attached to the shroud. Nada's HK94 has the fore-grip positioned horizontally at the 9 o’clock position instead of the typical vertical 6 o'clock position. These weapons were supplied by Ellis Mercantile. | ||
The [[Heckler & Koch | [[Image:H&K 94.JPG|thumb|none|450px|Heckler & Koch HK94A2 (top) and HK94A3 carbines with front vertical foregrip & barrel jacket - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:H&K 94.JPG|thumb|none|450px|Heckler & Koch | |||
[[Image:Hktheylive2.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Police storming the safe house with Heckler & Koch HK94 Conversions.]] | [[Image:Hktheylive2.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Police storming the safe house with Heckler & Koch HK94 Conversions.]] | ||
[[Image:Hktheylive7.jpg|thumb|600px|none|A cop fires his Heckler & Koch HK94 Conversion in the safe house.]] | [[Image:Hktheylive7.jpg|thumb|600px|none|A cop fires his Heckler & Koch HK94 Conversion in the safe house.]] | ||
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==Micro Uzi== | ==Micro Uzi== | ||
Frank picks up a [[Micro Uzi]] from the table of guns at the safe house. He uses the Micro Uzi in the ensuing battle with the LAPD until he runs out of ammunition. | Frank picks up a [[Micro Uzi]] from the table of guns at the safe house. He uses the Micro Uzi in the ensuing battle with the LAPD until he runs out of ammunition. | ||
[[Image:MicroUziPistol.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:MicroUziPistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Micro Uzi with 15 round magazine - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveMicro.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank holding his Micro Uzi at the safe house.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveMicro.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank holding his Micro Uzi at the safe house.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveMicro3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another shot of Frank with his Micro Uzi.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveMicro3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another shot of Frank ([[Keith David]]) with his Micro Uzi.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveMicro4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank helping Nada to his feet with Micro Uzi in hand.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveMicro4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank helping Nada to his feet with Micro Uzi in hand.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveMicro2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank fires the Micro Uzi at the LAPD.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveMicro2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Frank fires the Micro Uzi at the LAPD.]] | ||
==Uzi | ==Uzi== | ||
The [[Uzi]] is used by Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) when the police raid the resistance meeting. | The [[Uzi]] is used by Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) when the police raid the resistance meeting. | ||
[[Image:Uzi.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:Uzi.jpg|thumb|none|400px|IMI Uzi - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveUzi.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Closeup of Gilbert's Uzi as he fires at the officers.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveUzi.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Closeup of Gilbert's Uzi as he fires at the officers.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveUzi2.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) firing his Uzi at the approaching police.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveUzi2.jpg|thumb|none|601px|Gilbert ([[Peter Jason]]) firing his Uzi at the approaching police.]] | ||
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[[Image:TheyLiveUzi5.jpg|thumb|none|601px|The officer in the center is firing an Uzi.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveUzi5.jpg|thumb|none|601px|The officer in the center is firing an Uzi.]] | ||
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==M16== | |||
==M16 | Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) and Frank ([[Keith David]]) acquire [[M16 Rifle]]s in the Cable 54 building and use them against Cable 54 soldiers. The Cable 54 soldiers are also carrying M16s. | ||
Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) and Frank acquire [[M16 | |||
[[Image:M16-SP1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The original Colt M16 with the '''3-prong flash hider''' - 5.56x45mm]] | [[Image:M16-SP1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The original Colt M16 with the '''3-prong flash hider''' - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveM16.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada and Frank shooting up the Cable 54 Studio.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveM16.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Nada and Frank shooting up the Cable 54 Studio.]] | ||
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[[Image:TheyLiveM16A12.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Cable 54 soldier fires the M16A1.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveM16A12.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Cable 54 soldier fires the M16A1.]] | ||
==MGC M16 | ==MGC M16 Replica Rifle== | ||
A Cable 54 building soldiers is seen carrying a [[M16|MGC M16 replica rifle]]. When Nada picks up the weapon it becomes a genuine M16 rifle. | A Cable 54 building soldiers is seen carrying a [[MGC M16|MGC M16 replica rifle]]. When Nada picks up the weapon it becomes a genuine M16 rifle. | ||
[[Image:MGC16.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The MGC M16 Assault rifle: a non firing metal replica built by the Model Gun Corp of Japan and one of the most used non firing replicas of the M16 in movies and television]] | [[Image:MGC16.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The MGC M16 Assault rifle: a non firing metal replica built by the Model Gun Corp of Japan and one of the most used non firing replicas of the M16 in movies and television]] | ||
[[Image:MGCTheyLive.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Cable 54 soldier with a MGC M16 rifle. Note the fake forward assist.]] | [[Image:MGCTheyLive.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Cable 54 soldier with a MGC M16 rifle. Note the fake forward assist.]] | ||
=Launchers= | =Launchers= | ||
==Federal L-5 Gas Riot Gun== | ==Federal L-5 Gas Riot Gun== | ||
The LAPD uses [[Federal M201-Z Grenade Launcher|Federal L-5 Gas Riot Guns]] during the raid on the homeless campsite. | The LAPD uses [[Federal M201-Z Grenade Launcher|Federal L-5 Gas Riot Guns]] during the raid on the homeless campsite. | ||
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[[Image:FedTheyLive4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Officer prepares to fire the Federal L-5 Gas Riot Gun.]] | [[Image:FedTheyLive4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Officer prepares to fire the Federal L-5 Gas Riot Gun.]] | ||
= | =Other= | ||
==Mk 2 Hand Grenade== | ==Mk 2 Hand Grenade== | ||
When Frank is picking up weapons at the safe house he puts a [[Mk 2 hand grenade]] into his backpack. He later uses the grenade to blow apart a door to gain entrance to Studio 54. | When Frank is picking up weapons at the safe house he puts a [[Mk 2 hand grenade]] into his backpack. He later uses the grenade to blow apart a door to gain entrance to Studio 54. | ||
[[Image:MK2 grenade DoD.jpg|thumb|none| | [[Image:MK2 grenade DoD.jpg|thumb|none|150px|Mk 2 "Pineapple" High-Explosive Fragmentation hand grenade]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveMk2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Frank pulls the pin on his Mk2 grenade the Hollywood way, with his teeth!]] | [[Image:TheyLiveMk2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Frank pulls the pin on his Mk2 grenade the Hollywood way, with his teeth!]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveMk22.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Frank's Mk2 Grenade used to breach a locked door.]] | [[Image:TheyLiveMk22.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Frank's Mk2 Grenade used to breach a locked door.]] | ||
==Table of Guns== | ==Table of Guns== | ||
At the safe house Nada and Frank are brought to a large table containing many different types of firearms. | At the safe house Nada and Frank are brought to a large table containing many different types of firearms. | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveTable.jpg|600px|thumb|none|[[Intratec TEC-9]], [[MAC-11]], [[Uzi]] | [[Image:TheyLiveTable.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Among the weapons seen are [[Intratec TEC-9]]s, [[MAC-11]], [[Uzi]], [[Ithaca 37]] with sawed-off stock, [[Heckler & Koch VP70]], several revolvers and semiautos (some are aforementioned guns, such as the S&W 36 and Steyr GB), and what appears to be an [[FN FAL]] variant and [[Remington 870 Shotgun]].]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveTable2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|]] | [[Image:TheyLiveTable2.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Also visible are the aforementioned SIG P226 with compensator, Desert Eagle, and several Mk 2 grenades, as well as a crossbow. Underneath some weapons towards the background is what might be a [[Franchi SPAS-12]].]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveTable3.jpg|600px|thumb|none|]] | [[Image:TheyLiveTable3.jpg|600px|thumb|none|Nada ([[Roddy Piper]]) and Frank ([[Keith David]]) look over the weapons on the table.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveTable4.jpg|600px|thumb|none|]] | [[Image:TheyLiveTable4.jpg|600px|thumb|none|A resistance member attempts to grab a gun from the table.]] | ||
[[Image:TheyLiveAK.jpg|600px|thumb|none|]] | [[Image:TheyLiveAK.jpg|600px|thumb|none|In the foreground is a 5.56x45mm AK variant with folding stock, possibly a [[Norinco Type 84]].]] | ||
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Revision as of 04:59, 9 December 2014
They Live is a 1988 science-fiction film written (under a pseudonym) and directed by John Carpenter. In the movie, a drifter (the character is never named but Roddy Piper is credited as Nada) finds himself in Los Angeles looking like many in the country for work. Upon landing a job at a construction site, Nada befriends another worker who takes him to a shanty camp site for the homeless. After the camp’s shifty organizers run from a police raid, Nada's curiosity leads him to some sunglasses. When he puts on the glasses, he discovers the secret truth behind the upper echelon of society.
- Actors: Roddy Piper, Keith David, Meg Foster, George 'Buck' Flower, Peter Jason, Raymond St. Jacques, Sy Richardson, Larry Franco.
- Directors: John Carpenter
The following weapons were used in the film They Live:
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Revolvers
Colt Python
Nada (Roddy Piper) is confronted by two LAPD officers in an alleyway. Nada manages to knock them out and relieves them of their sidearms. One such sidearm is a Colt Python. Nada puts the officer’s utility belt over his shoulder and across his chest with the revolver holstered on the belt.
Smith & Wesson Model 28
Besides the Colt Python, Nada (Roddy Piper) also takes the other officers sidearm, a Smith & Wesson Model 28. You can see this revolver tucked into his waistband when he walks into the bank. He is also seen with the revolver when he forces Holly to give him a ride.
Smith & Wesson Model 36
Later in the film, Gilbert (Peter Jason) gives Frank (Keith David) a Smith & Wesson Model 36 with square butt.
Smith & Wesson Model 10
A Smith & Wesson Model 10 is carried by a bank guard who uses it to shoot at Nada.
Ruger Single Six
On the DVD scene selection, the bank guard has a Ruger Single Six, instead of the Smith & Wesson Model 10
Pistols
Walther PP
Holly (Meg Foster) uses a Walther PP with nickel finish and pearl grips near the end of the film.
Beretta Jetfire
Gilbert (Peter Jason) gives Nada a Beretta Jetfire. Nada keeps the pistol concealed in his shirt sleeve and later uses it on the roof near the end of the film.
Desert Eagle
Nada (Roddy Piper) picks up a Desert Eagle Mark I from the table of guns at the safe house. He later uses it in the Studio 54 building.
SIG-Sauer P226
Frank (Keith David) takes a SIG-Sauer P226 from the table of guns at the safe house. Note how the P226 seems to be fitted with a custom stainless compensator. Frank later uses the pistol in the Studio 54 building. This appears to be the same P226 that was used in Feds.
Steyr GB
When the safe house is raided, a member of the resistance (Sy Richardson) tries to get off a shot at the police with a Steyr GB. His Steyr GB pistol has a weaponlight attachment.
Shotguns
Ithaca 37
The Ithaca 37 appears extensively throughout the film. Nada, police officers, and various other characters are seen with the shotgun. The shotgun is configured like the real LAPD's Ithaca Shotguns and is equipped with rifle sights. The resistance member seen guarding the door later in the film is seen holding an Ithaca with the curved pistol grip.
Submachine Guns
Heckler & Koch HK94 Conversion
The HK94A3 Conversion is used both by Nada (Roddy Piper) and the LAPD in the film. Nada acquires his from the table of guns at the safe house. The HK94A3 conversion that appear in the film have long barrel shrouds that act as a muzzle attachment producing a large unusual flash. Also vertical foregrips are attached to the shroud. Nada's HK94 has the fore-grip positioned horizontally at the 9 o’clock position instead of the typical vertical 6 o'clock position. These weapons were supplied by Ellis Mercantile.
Micro Uzi
Frank picks up a Micro Uzi from the table of guns at the safe house. He uses the Micro Uzi in the ensuing battle with the LAPD until he runs out of ammunition.
Uzi
The Uzi is used by Gilbert (Peter Jason) when the police raid the resistance meeting.
Rifles
M16
Nada (Roddy Piper) and Frank (Keith David) acquire M16 Rifles in the Cable 54 building and use them against Cable 54 soldiers. The Cable 54 soldiers are also carrying M16s.
M16A1
An M16A1 is used by a Cable 54 soldier in the helicopter to shoot at Nada on the roof.
MGC M16 Replica Rifle
A Cable 54 building soldiers is seen carrying a MGC M16 replica rifle. When Nada picks up the weapon it becomes a genuine M16 rifle.
Launchers
Federal L-5 Gas Riot Gun
The LAPD uses Federal L-5 Gas Riot Guns during the raid on the homeless campsite.
Other
Mk 2 Hand Grenade
When Frank is picking up weapons at the safe house he puts a Mk 2 hand grenade into his backpack. He later uses the grenade to blow apart a door to gain entrance to Studio 54.
Table of Guns
At the safe house Nada and Frank are brought to a large table containing many different types of firearms.
