CARRIE (1976)(R)(Sun. 5/25) 5:30p, 7:45p, 10p Hosted by Fanmail Cinema Club

Calling all Prom Royalty to a very special CARRIE SCREENING PROM FUNDRAISER in support of the Gardena Cinema! SUNDAY MAY 25TH

Presented by FanMail Cinema Club @fanmailcinemaclub in partnership with Cool Girl Cinema Club @coolgirlcinema_club - we present to you screenings of CARRIE (1976) Starring Sissy Spacek, Directed by Brian DePalma WITH:

Carrie-themed photo ops

Themed vendors:

MINI-CAKES by @keelyscakestudio

CARRIE FANART by @cass.sew.strange and @zoetropestudios

& a special silent auction including an Anora poster signed by Oscar winners Sean Baker and Mikey Madison!

PHYSICAL MEDIA for sale by @videohero_vhs

EVENT: 4:30PM-8:30PM

SHOWTIMES: 5:30PM (DOORS: 4:30PM), 7:45PM (DOORS: 7:00PM), 10PM (DOORS: 9:30PM)

TICKETS: $15 at the door! & on sale at gardenacinema.com and EventBrite

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CARRIE is a 1976 American supernatural horror film directed by Brian De Palma from a screenplay written by Lawrence D. Cohen, adapted from Stephen King's 1974 epistolary novel of the same name. The film stars Sissy Spacek as Carrie White, a shy teenage girl who is constantly mocked and bullied at her school. She later develops the power of telekinesis and uses it to wreak vengeance on her tormentors. The film also features Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, Nancy Allen, William Katt, P. J. Soles, Betty Buckley, and John Travolta in supporting roles. It is the first film in the franchise.

The film was based on King's first published novel. De Palma was intrigued by the story and pushed for the studio's permission to direct while Spacek was encouraged by her husband to audition. It is the first of more than 100 film and television productions adapted from, or based on, the published works of King.

Theatrically released on November 3, 1976, by United Artists, Carrie became critically and commercially successful, grossing over $33.8 million against its $1.8 million budget. It received two nominations at the 49th Academy Awards: Best Actress (for Spacek) and Best Supporting Actress (for Laurie). Critics and audience members alike widely cite it as the best adaptation of the novel among the numerous films and television shows based on the character, as well as one of the best films based on King's publications.

The film has significantly influenced popular culture, with several publications regarding it as one of the greatest horror films ever made. In 2008, Carrie was ranked 86th on 's list of The 500 Greatest Movies of All Time. It was ranked 15th on 's list of the 50 Best High School Movies, and 46th on the list . The film's prom scene has had a major influence on popular culture and was ranked eighth on 's 2004 program . In 2022, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".

THIS IS AN INDOOR CINEMA EXHIBITION. PLEASE PURCHASE ONE (1) TICKET PER PERSON.

ONE (1) admission ticket is required PER PERSON! If tickets are not available on Eventbrite, please purchase your tickets at the box office on the day of the event.

FAQ's

WHAT TIME DOES THE MOVIE START?

CARRIE starts on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 5:30 pm, 7:45 pm, and 10:00 pm.

WHAT TIME CAN I ARRIVE?

Attendees will be allowed to enter the auditorium up to 60 minutes prior to show time.

WHERE DO I PARK?

Free parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to the Gardena Cinema on the north side.

WHERE IS GARDENA CINEMA?

Gardena Cinema is located at 14948 Crenshaw Blvd, Gardena, CA 90249.

HOW DO I REDEEM MY TICKET?

Upon purchase, ticket will be emailed to you as a PDF attachment from Eventbrite. When you arrive to the event, please show the entrance attendant the bar code on your ticket at the entrance to the cinema, either by holding up your printed version, or by displaying it on your phone or smart device. Attendant will scan it to check you in, and you'll be good to go into the auditorium!

CAN I BRING FOOD / SNACKS?

NO! This is an indoor screening. Please do not bring outside food or drinks inside the cinema. Tasty refreshments and fresh popped popcorn will be sold at the cinema snack bar.

WILL YOU HAVE RESTROOMS?

YES! Gardena Cinema's lobby, snack bar, and restrooms will be open.

MAY I BRING MY PET WITH ME?

Sorry, PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE ACTUAL CINEMA BUILDING, (where restrooms and snack bar are located).

WILL YOU BE HOSTING MORE OF THESE?

YES! We intend to continue curating and programming some of the BEST cinema in Los Angeles County! We provide both an intimate Drive-In style setting, as well as traditional indoor cinema experiences. Please support by following us on Instagram and Facebook -- we'll keep you posted on our screenings and events! @GardenaCinema

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