Classic - One of my Top Ten Movies

Rating: 9/10 (18 January 2002)

I saw this movie a few months ago and it shows how great horror films used to be made. Now they seem to rely on gore to try and grab the audiences attention! Those who have commented on this movie and says there is a lack of gore truly don't know what makes a great movie. I for one resent the use of gore in these latter known splatter films these days and as usual the more subtle and imaginative approach works best.
As one user pointed out this isn't specifically a horror movie, but rather a movie about horror. About a girl who is bullied and harassed by her schoolmates then finally takes revenge.
Sissy Spacek deserved her oscar nomination as the mis-treated Carrie and Piper Laurie was equally impressive. I also liked Betty Buckleys performance as the gym teacher who tried to help Carrie.
I found this film both moving and memorable. And it just goes to show that movies like this are just too rare today as we are always treated to the comedic popcorn movies for general no-brains audience attention.
Highly recommended.