After undergoing radical surgery for injuries from a motorcycle accident, a young woman develops a retractable, vampiric stinger in her armpit and a thirst for human blood.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorDavid Cronenberg

Writer

David Cronenberg

CinematographerRené Verzier

EditorJean LaFleur

ProducerJohn Dunning

Cast

Marilyn Chambersas Rose

Terri Hanaueras Judy Glasberg

Frank Mooreas Hart Read

Joe Silveras Murray Cypher

Howard Ryshpanas Dr. Dan Keloid

Patricia Gageas Dr. Roxanne Keloid

Susan Romanas Mindy Kent

Roger Periardas Lloyd Walsh

Lynne Deragonas Nurse Louise

Victor Désyas Claude LaPointe

Julie Annaas Nurse Rita

Gary McKeehanas Smooth Eddy

Terence G. Rossas Farmer

Miguel Fernandesas Man in Cinema

Robert O'Reeas Police Sergeant

Greg Van Rielas Young Man in Plaza

Jérôme Tiberghienas Dr. Karl

Allan Moyleas Young Man in Lobby

Richard W. Farrellas Camper Man

Jeannette Casenaveas Camper Lady

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