I avoid writing about "R" rated movies. This is an exception because there are TV versions available which have been toned down. Carrie (Sissie Spacek) is a girl with a special power, she can move things with her mind. Her mother (Piper Laurie) has something wrong with her mentally, and she is a religious fanatic, and repressive of her daughter, even her new power. Carrie is a loner at school, but very beautiful. She is discovered by a boy at school, Tommy (William Katt) and he invites her to the prom. Of course Tommy's old girlfriend is upset. She and a few girls plan their revenge. First they make sure Carrie is voted prom queen, and then the prank, a bucket of blood from the butcher is spilled over her. You don't want to mess with someone with kinetic powers.
I like Sissy Spacek as an actress. I always have. Although the blood is a bit much, and then aided with lighting, the TV movies tell this story well without going overboard.
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