Happy Halloween Eve, folks! This week on the podcast, we continue our remake vs original theme by discussing one of Stephen King’s most iconic stories—Carrie. First adapted by Brian De Palma in 1976, the film became a cultural touchstone, cementing its place in horror history with unforgettable performances and one of cinema’s most haunting finales.

Nearly four decades later, Kimberly Peirce’s 2013 remake attempted to bring the story into the modern age, complete with cyberbullying, viral humiliation, and CGI-driven destruction. We break down both versions, examining how Sissy Spacek’s painfully vulnerable Carrie compares to Chloë Grace Moretz’s more confident take, and how Piper Laurie’s religious fanatic Margaret White contrasts with Julianne Moore’s psychologically abusive portrayal. Along the way, we explore the themes of puberty, repression, bullying, and revenge, and ask the ultimate question: Does the remake add new depth to the story, or does it remain in the shadow of a classic?

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