Academy Museum Opens Horror Show Exhibition With ‘Carrie’ Screening

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will debut an extensive new exhibition titled "The Horror Show," dedicated to the art and craft of horror movies. This exhibition aims to explore the genre's evolution and impact on filmmaking.

As part of "The Horror Show," the museum will present several film retrospectives. These include a special 50th anniversary screening of the 1976 classic "Carrie," which will feature appearances by cast members, including Sissy Spacek. Additionally, the exhibition will host the "John Carpenter: Prince of Darkness" series, a comprehensive look at the influential director's contributions to horror cinema.

The 10-month-long exhibition is scheduled to open on September 26. The museum anticipates that "The Horror Show" will draw significant attention from film enthusiasts and scholars alike, offering a deep dive into the visual and narrative techniques that define the horror genre. The programming is designed to engage audiences with both iconic and lesser-known works within horror filmmaking.