This article explores the casting decision behind David Cronenberg's cult classic 'Rabid', revealing why Sissy Spacek was initially chosen but ultimately replaced by adult film star Marilyn Chambers. It delves into the film's themes of body horror and sexual allure, highlighting Chambers' unique appeal and her impressive performance in her first mainstream role.
In the wild world of cinema, there are a myriad of reasons why one actor might get picked over another. Sometimes the reasons are obvious, other times they're kept hidden, and just as often, the choice can seem inspired or baffling. When David Cronenberg began the process of casting his second major film, Rabid , he had in mind the up-and-coming Sissy Spacek for the lead role.
Why Marilyn Chambers Won Out Over Sissy Spacek Cronenberg had found success with his first film, and the Canadian Film Development Corporation was eager to fund his next project. However, certain Canadian critics felt Shivers had been “too pornographic,", and put pressure on the government-run CFDC for funding it with Canadian tax-payer dollars.
Posts 1 Though this was more than double the budget that he had for his first major release, it was still pretty tight, owing in part to the director’s heightened ambitions for Rabid. Because of this financial constraint, the filmmakers knew they could not afford a major star, and as such, Cronenberg set his sights on up-and-comer Spacek. He had seen Spacek in the Terrence Malick masterpiece Badlands and felt she would be great for the role of Rose.
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