Blog Post #6: Shot by Shot scene analysis: Carrie (1976)
Carrie is one of my favorite thriller movies of all time, the 1976 version at least. The others ones don't even do the first one justice. I chose this scene because I feel like it is one of the best to show visual storytelling because there is absolutely no dialogue. Everything about the portion of the scene is being told through visuals. From lighting to to the actors’ movement its all setting the tone and building suspense for what is about to happen. It was very effective to only utilize the music and visuals to lead up to the cow blood being poured on Carrie. Also, using the sound from the dangling bucket and dripping blood was also very clever. Carrie may be ostracized and bullied by her peers but she also possesses telekinetic powers. When the popular clique play a sick prank on her at the prom, she unleashes her power to a devastating effect. It was very effective to only utilize the music and visuals to lead up to the cow blood being poured on Carrie. Also, using the ...
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