Celebrate 50 years of horror history as Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey revisit Brian De Palma’s Carrie (1976) on this week’s episode of The Commentary Booth.

Few horror films have left a cultural mark quite like Carrie. Adapted from Stephen King’s first published novel and released just two years later, the film transformed a chilling coming-of-age story into one of cinema’s most unforgettable nightmares. From the infamous prom bloodbath to Sissy Spacek’s haunting performance as Carrie White, this episode unpacks why the film still resonates half a century later.

Jamie and Corrina dive into the film’s lasting legacy as both a horror classic and a brutally honest reflection of bullying, isolation, religious extremism, and teenage trauma. They discuss how the film holds up 50 years on, the surprisingly bold filmmaking choices of the 1970s, and the moments that still feel unsettlingly relevant in 2026.

Highlights Breakdown:

- Why Carrie (1976) remains one of the greatest Stephen King adaptations ever made

- The film’s disturbing portrayal of bullying, isolation, and religious abuse

- Sissy Spacek and Piper Laurie’s Oscar-nominated performances

- The legacy of the iconic prom scene and shocking ending

- How Carrie compares to later remakes and sequels

- 1970s filmmaking choices that would never happen today

The pair also break down the performances from Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, and a young John Travolta, while exploring behind-the-scenes trivia, practical effects mishaps, Stephen King adaptation history, and whether any remake has ever come close to matching the original.

If you’ve ever wondered why Carrie remains one of the most iconic horror films of all time, this episode is for you.

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