Carrie (1976) tells the chilling tale of a young woman named Carrie White, played by Sissy Spacek. Carrie is an outsider among her peers, struggling with social isolation and her own peculiarities. She possesses telekinetic powers, which she discovers when she is mercilessly taunted and humiliated by her classmates during a gym class shower. Carrie's life at home is no better, as her mother, Margaret White (Piper Laurie), subjects her to extreme religious fanaticism and physical abuse. Carrie's only solace comes from her friendship with Sue Snell (Amy Irving), who tries to help Carrie fit in and find acceptance. When Chris Hargensen (Nancy Allen) and her boyfriend, Billy Nolan (Bobby Friend), play a cruel prank on Carrie by inviting her to the prom, unaware that she will be ridiculed and ostracized once again. This event sets off a chain reaction of events that culminates in a devastating climax. As Carrie's feelings of resentment and anger build up, she begins to tap into her telekinetic powers, using them to exact revenge on her tormentors. The film's iconic prom scene, where Carrie's pent-up emotions are unleashed, is both mesmerizing and terrifying. The story takes a dark turn as Carrie's telekinetic abilities grow stronger, causing chaos and destruction throughout the town. As the authorities struggle to contain the situation, Carrie's powers become increasingly out of control, leading to a tragic conclusion that changes the lives of those around her forever. Brian De Palma's direction brings Stephen King's novel to life with a sense of realism and intimacy, making Carrie a standout horror film of the 1970s. The movie's exploration of themes such as bullying, social hierarchy, and female empowerment makes it a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences today.