Pinocchio: Unstrung is an upcoming British independent horror film directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield, written by Matt Leslie, and produced by Frake-Waterfield and Scott Jeffrey. It is the fifth installment in The Twisted Childhood Universe (TCU) and serves as a horror retelling of Carlo Collodi's The Adventures of Pinocchio.
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| Directed by | Rhys Frake-Waterfield |
| Screenplay by | Matt Leslie |
| Based on | The Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi |
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| Cinematography | Vince Knight |
Production company | Jagged Edge Productions |
| Distributed by | ITN Studios |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
Pinocchio: Unstrung is expected to be released in mid-2025.
Premise
editGeppetto introduces his grandson, James, to a magical doll called Pinocchio, who develops a friendship. However, unaware of Pinocchio's naïve nature, James introduces him to the world, resulting in the doll going on a crusade to eliminate all things bad.[1]
Cast
edit- Robert Englund as The Cricket
- Richard Brake as Geppetto
- Cameron Bell as James
- Bell also provides the voice of Pinocchio
- Jessica Balmer as Mia
- Jack Art Gray
- Peter De Souza-Feighoney as Michael Darling
Production
editIn January 2024, it was announced that a horror film centered around the titular character from The Adventures of Pinocchio was in development, while it was also revealed that additional characters from other childhood stories would be revealed as a part of The Twisted Childhood Universe (TCU). Officially titled Pinocchio: Unstrung, the first promotional concept art was released, with the plot stated to be revealed at a later time.[2][3] The film was directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield.[4] In November 2024, Robert Englund was cast in a lead role, while Richard Brake was cast as Geppetto. Cameron Bell, Jessica Balmer, Jack Art Gray and Peter De Souza-Feighoney also star.[1]
Principal photography took place by November 2024.[1] Filming was originally set to commence in September 2024 and October 2024.[4][5]
Release
editPinocchio: Unstrung is expected to be released in mid-2025.[1][6]
References
edit- ^ a b c d Ritman, Alex (1 November 2024). "Pinocchio Slasher Film From Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Team Casts Horror Vets Robert Englund and Richard Brake (Exclusive)". Variety. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ O'Rourke, Ryan (18 January 2024). "'Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2' Director Offers First Peek at 'Pinocchio: Unstrung'". Collider. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
- ^ Bolt, Neil (18 January 2024). "Pinocchio Unstrung: First Details on Horror Movie From Blood and Honey Filmmakers". Yahoo!. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
- ^ a b Ritman, Alex (16 May 2024). "Pinocchio Horror in 'Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey' Universe Unveils R-Rated Details: Skin Suits, High Kill Counts and Lots of Gore (Exclusive)". Variety. Retrieved 8 June 2024.
- ^ Demegillo, Manuel (24 August 2024). "Pinocchio Attacks in New Poster for Horror Parody From Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey Team". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 26 August 2024.
- ^ Squires, John (17 January 2024). "Public Domain Horror Universe Expanding With 'Pinocchio: Unstrung' [Exclusive First Look]". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 18 May 2024.
