Director Mike Flanagan’s upcoming adaptation of Stephen King’s “Carrie” will transport the classic horror novel into contemporary times, as revealed in a newly released trailer. The reimagining explores how the story of a telekinetically gifted teenager might unfold in today’s digital landscape, where bullying and humiliation can spread instantaneously across social media platforms.
The Prime Video production stars Summer H. Howell as Carrie White, the central character who possesses extraordinary psychokinetic abilities. While the adaptation maintains the fundamental plot elements from King’s original work, the trailer suggests that the permanence and reach of internet-based harassment will amplify the protagonist’s traumatic experience in ways that feel distinctly modern and disturbingly relatable.
The film will make its official premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival before becoming available to streaming audiences. Prime Video subscribers will be able to watch “Carrie” starting October 7, marking Flanagan’s latest contribution to the horror genre following his previous work with King’s material.
Originally reported by Mashable →
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