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Title: Movie vs. Book comparisons
Review: The Carrie of the book inspired as much empathy as Sissy Spacek's movie character, but the others much less so. In the film you felt some empathy for Sue, Miss Desjardin, and Tommy because of their empathy for Carrie. The teacher in the book is basically evil minded, Sue is a mix, and Tommy is on the good side. The most substantial difference is what happens at the prom. In the film, only a few of Chris's friends laugh (it's implied that the other laughter shown is only imagined by Carrie), in the book everyone laughs. In both book and film I'm totally on Carrie's side and applaud her actions; if I had her power in her circumstance I'd do exactly the same. In the book there is a final poignant interaction between Carrie and Sue. I should say finally I consider both the book and film masterpieces. If you want to know the root cause behind Columbine and such read this.
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