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Carrie's Bloodiest Prom Night Rewritten by Horror Masters
8 Oct
Summary
- Stephen King's Carrie's iconic prom scene reimagined by Mike Flanagan.
- Horror directors Bryan Fuller and Don Mancini praised Flanagan's series.
- Summer H. Howell stars as Carrie, previously featured in Chucky films.
The adaptation of Stephen King's novel "Carrie" by Mike Flanagan on Prime Video has recently aired its penultimate episode, "Romantic Literature." This episode concludes with the infamous pig's blood scene, reimagining Carrie White's prom night. The series has garnered praise from prominent figures in the horror genre.
Directors Bryan Fuller and Don Mancini, known for their work on "Hannibal," "Crystal Lake," and "Chucky," respectively, have expressed their admiration for Flanagan's series. Mancini, in particular, celebrated the adaptation, calling it a "brilliant, heartrending new version" that honors De Palma's original film while offering a distinct and thrilling experience. Mancini also noted Summer H. Howell's performance as Carrie, highlighting her previous role in the "Chucky" franchise.