From co-directors Jen and Sylvia Soska, the new horror movie Rabid releases this week in select theaters and On Demand. The movie is a direct remake of the 1977 horror film of the same name by director David Cronenberg, which is widely considered to be ahead of its time with an unforgettable performance by lead actress Marilyn Chambers. The result is a modern take on the story that pays its respects to the original in a big way, though the remake is certainly an enjoyable watch in its own way as well with many deviations to the familiar plot.

As with the original, the new Rabid follows a young woman named Rose whose face is badly disfigured after a horrific motorcycle accident. Desperate to restore her looks, Rose turns to an experimental stem-cell treatment provided by a shady doctor at a nearby clinic. The procedure appears to be a complete success,...