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1976 · 98 min · R

Carrie

Directed by Brian De Palma · Horror, Thriller

Carrie (1976) is a Horror film, directed by Brian De Palma set during the 1970s. It runs 98 minutes and is rated R.

A psychological horror, with a bleak and tense tone. Themes of coming of age, revenge, and faith / religion run throughout.

Composer
Pino Donaggio
Cinematography
Mario Tosi
Cast
Sissy SpacekPiper LaurieAmy IrvingWilliam KattJohn TravoltaNancy AllenBetty BuckleyP. J. Soles

The world of this film

Setting

Setting
Suburban
When
1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
Psychological Horror
Themes
Coming Of AgeRevengeFaith / Religion
Tone
BleakTense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale LedChild Lead
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Pure Fiction

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