Surprising and Behind-the-Scenes Facts about the Iconic ’80s Romance Movie Dirty Dancing

They thought Cynthia Rhodes (Penny) was too pretty in the injury scene

There was a memorable scene where Penny was supposed to be in pain and withering in bed. The movie’s makeup artist had to cut the filming as Penny was too beautiful, rather than looking disturbed or in pain.

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To enforce the sickly look, they had to put makeup on Cynthia Rhodes’ face to show she was in excruciating pain. Imagine being so pretty that you look flawless while you are supposed to be in pain? 

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