Carrie (2013)

The 2013 version of “Carrie” is a well-made remake that is able to modernize the film while keeping the heart of the story. This version doesn’t feel outdated (but it might be in 30 years, who knows?) and keeps its scenes brief and to the point. It also follows the novel a bit more than the original movie does which helps to flesh out the characters thoroughly. The visual effects are believable and effective for the most part; the only part that I found a little hokey was the scene in the restroom and the floating pieces of glass. While Sissy Spacek and Piper Laurie made had the perfect dysfunctional abused/abuser relationship, Chloe Grace Mortez and Julianne Moore had compelling chemistry as well. The remake did have a stronger supporting cast, a cast that could actually act and looked to be near the ages of the characters that they were portraying, the characters Chris, Sue, and her boyfriend Tommy were the most improved upon in comparison to the 1976 version.

Favorite remade scene – The chaos of the prom scene is more vicious and intense as well as believable.

The girls mocking and teases Carrie

Carrie and Mother praying after the prom

Carrie at the prom

Carrie walking home,