The fates did not align forRabidand Spacek, and adult film superstarMarilyn Chambersended up taking the role.
The reason?Sissy Spaceks accent was too thick, and she had too many freckles.
What Is Rabid About?
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This mutation manifests as an orifice in Roses armpit from which a stinger protrudes to pierce unsuspecting victims.
Once stung, the victims are vulnerable to Rose, who is compelled to feed on human blood.
Viggo Mortensen bares it all.
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However, as outlined inCronenberg on Cronenberg,producerJohn Dunningdisagreed.
What-ifs are fun, butRabidis wonderful just the way it is, even without freckles.
Rabidis available to stream on Tubi in the US.
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