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The 1976 movie "Carrie" is a horror film based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. Directed by Brian De Palma, the film is a classic in the horror genre and is notable for its portrayal of teenage angst and supernatural powers.
The story follows Carrie White, a socially isolated and bullied high school student with telekinetic abilities. She lives with her fanatically religious and abusive mother, Margaret White. After a humiliating incident involving a locker room prank, Carrie's telekinetic powers begin to manifest. As the bullying intensifies, she becomes increasingly unhinged. The film builds to a climax at the high school prom, where a cruel prank pushes Carrie to her breaking point, resulting in a telekinetic rampage of violence.
Sissy Spacek portrays the titular character, Carrie White, in a performance that received critical acclaim. The film also stars Piper Laurie as Margaret White, Nancy Allen, and John Travolta. "Carrie" is known for its memorable prom scene and its influence on subsequent horror films. It explores themes of bullying, isolation, and the consequences of abuse, and it remains a significant and enduring entry in the horror genre.

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The 1976 movie "Carrie" is a horror film based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. Directed by Brian De Palma, the film is a classic in the horror genre and is notable for its portrayal of teenage angst and supernatural powers.
The story follows Carrie White, a socially isolated and bullied high school student with telekinetic abilities. She lives with her fanatically religious and abusive mother, Margaret White. After a humiliating incident involving a locker room prank, Carrie's telekinetic powers begin to manifest. As the bullying intensifies, she becomes increasingly unhinged. The film builds to a climax at the high school prom, where a cruel prank pushes Carrie to her breaking point, resulting in a telekinetic rampage of violence.
Sissy Spacek portrays the titular character, Carrie White, in a performance that received critical acclaim. The film also stars Piper Laurie as Margaret White, Nancy Allen, and John Travolta. "Carrie" is known for its memorable prom scene and its influence on subsequent horror films. It explores themes of bullying, isolation, and the consequences of abuse, and it remains a significant and enduring entry in the horror genre.