Carrie
Summary
Glenn Weldon and Jordan Cruciola discuss Mike Flanagan’s new Prime Video series *Carrie*, praising its modernization of Stephen King’s novel. They highlight Samantha Sloyan’s chilling performance as the QAnon-influenced mother and Alison Thornton’s nuanced portrayal of the antagonist, Chris Hargison. The hosts appreciate how the show integrates social media and current political tensions into the horror narrative, ultimately recommending the eight-episode adaptation.
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Introduction to Mike Flanagan's Carrie series
Guest intro and summary of the plot
Jordan's initial reaction and genre classification
Discussion on pacing and character agency
Praise for Samantha Sloyan as Margaret White
Avoiding clichés and the character of Chris
Psychological depth and Allison Thornton's performance
Integration of social media and modern bullying
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Comparing performances to the original film
Modernizing the mother's conspiracy beliefs
The parents' rights movement and school bureaucracy
Cameos and potential for a second season
Closing remarks and credits
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