UC San Diego film and media studies scholar Silpa Mukherjee examines the interplay of horror and humor in Carrie in a university Q&A published October 29. Her analysis discusses how director Brian De Palma uses familiar horror-film references and interrupted musical cues to shape audience expectations. Sources: UC San Diego Q&A on Carrie and horror scholarship.
Mukherjee also outlines a winter-quarter film studies and literature course on horror. The announced viewing selections include Get Out, Under the Shadow and Ring. The university presents the discussion as part of its Department of Literature's work across film, history, language and culture. Sources: UC San Diego Q&A on Carrie and horror scholarship.
Compiled by San Diego Sentinel Staff with AI assistance from the linked public records. First published October 29, 2026 08:08 -07:00 (Pacific time).