Rabid

Rabid

Year: 1977

Runtime: 91 min

Language: Tagalog

Director: David Cronenberg

Sci-FiHorror

In this sci-fi horror tale, a botched procedure sparks a gruesome transformation: a woman's craving for human blood spreads like wildfire, turning her prey into flesh-eating monsters. As the city descends into chaos, panic and terror reign supreme.

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Timeline – Rabid (1977)
Trace every key event in Rabid (1977) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Scenic Motorcycle Ride

Rose and her boyfriend Hart embark on a picturesque journey through the Quebec countryside on Hart's motorcycle. Their adventure is filled with joy and excitement as they take in the beautiful landscape surrounding them.

Quebec countryside
2

Accident with Camper Van

Their peaceful ride takes a tragic turn when they collide with a camper van that unexpectedly stops in the road. In an attempt to avoid a serious crash, Hart swerves off course, crashing the motorcycle and leaving them both in critical condition.

3

Ambulance Response

A patient at the nearby Keloid Clinic witnesses the motorcycle accident and immediately calls for an ambulance. The urgency of the situation prompts a rapid response to save Rose and Hart.

Keloid Clinic
4

Initial Treatment at Keloid Clinic

Upon their arrival at the Keloid Clinic, Hart is found to have multiple injuries, including a broken hand and a concussion. Rose, however, is severely injured and trapped beneath the wreckage, prompting immediate medical attention.

Keloid Clinic
5

Radical Surgery on Rose

Dr. Dan Keloid decides to perform an experimental and risky surgery on Rose using her own skin to repair her damaged tissues. This groundbreaking operation, while successful, comes with the potential risk of causing cancer.

Keloid Clinic
6

Hart Returns to Montreal

As Rose lies in a coma, Hart returns to their home in Montreal, grappling with the aftermath of the accident. His concern for Rose grows, and he anxiously awaits news of her recovery.

Montreal
7

Rose Awakens

Weeks later, Rose regains consciousness but is in a frantic state. A fellow patient, Lloyd, attempts to assist her, but in her panic, she accidentally injures him, leading to his transfer to another facility.

Keloid Clinic
8

Bizarre Transformation

After her surgery, Rose begins to undergo a disturbing transformation, developing a need for human blood as she can no longer consume regular food. This grotesque mutation leads to a strange organ forming in her armpit, designed to extract blood.

Keloid Clinic
9

First Human Victim

Desperate to satiate her bloodlust, Rose attacks her first human victim—a drunken farmer. She preys on him in a barn, showcasing the dangerous turn her condition has taken.

Nearby farm
10

Escalating Violence

The violence escalates as Rose attacks a nurse, hiding her unconscious body in a freezer to cover her tracks. Her actions contribute to a ripple effect of mayhem in the surrounding area.

Keloid Clinic
11

Lloyd's Fatal Transformation

Lloyd, having left the clinic, undergoes a horrific transformation into a zombie-like creature. He attacks a taxi driver, leading to a fatal crash that signals the beginning of a larger outbreak.

Montreal
12

Dr. Keloid's Realization

Dr. Keloid inspects Rose, only to be struck by her peculiar organ, setting him on a path toward madness. This unexpected encounter marks a significant turn in the narrative as the chaos unfolds.

Keloid Clinic
13

Hart and Mindy Investigate

As the situation escalates, Hart arrives to help Rose, joined by her friend Mindy. Together, they attempt to uncover the source of the rising violence and the epidemic linked to Rose's condition.

Montreal
14

Quarantine Measures Implemented

In an effort to control the outbreak, officials initiate extreme containment measures. Tension rises as the city grapples with fear and uncertainty about the rampant epidemic emerging from the clinic.

Montreal
15

Climactic Confrontation and Aftermath

In a dramatic climax, Hart confronts Rose, trying to save her while she denies the monster she has become. Amidst the chaos, Rose is ultimately discovered lifeless, leaving the fate of Montreal uncertain as the military moves in to contain the outbreak.

Montreal

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 22:50

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