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Carrie
1988·Movie
·1h 54min·
Carrie fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos8
- Catharsis8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
The mind, growing up, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Carrie is terrifying, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
MediumMoving and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's moving and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumThe mind, growing up, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, growing up, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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THERE'S NEVER BEEN A MUSICAL LIKE HER.
An awkward, telekinetic teenage girl's lonely life is dominated by relentless bullying at school and an oppressive religious fanatic mother at home. When her tormentors pull a humiliating prank at the senior prom, she unleashes a horrifying chaos on everyone, leaving nothing but destruction in her wake.
Telekinetic HorrorBullyingReligious FanaticismComing-of-Age TragedyRevengePsychological ThrillerSocial OutcastSupernatural HorrorClassic Adaptation
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Questions about Carrie
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Carrie worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 51%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Carrie rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong languageSuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, strong language, and suicide themes.
How long is Carrie?
1 h 54 min
Carrie runs 1 h 54 min.
Is Carrie based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Carrie?
Critics70
Audiences53
Not quite. Critics rate Carrie higher (70) than audiences (53). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Carrie in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.