Scary Fairy Tales: Cinderella
Scary Fairy Tales: Cinderella

Scary Fairy Tales: Cinderella

1999Movie105 minJapanese

This is a horror story for adults with a modern twist on Grimm's fairy tales, bringing out the brutality and bizarre nature of the story.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Kevin VanHookGenres: Horror, Fantasy, Short

Plot Summary

This is a darkly reimagined and gruesome take on the classic Cinderella fairy tale. It transforms the beloved story into a horror short film, focusing on the macabre and violent aspects of the narrative. The film deviates significantly from the traditional saccharine version, presenting a much more unsettling and graphic experience.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget, independent horror short from 1999, 'Scary Fairy Tales: Cinderella' did not receive widespread critical review in the traditional sense. Its reception is primarily found within niche horror communities and film festivals where it may have screened. It is generally regarded as a cult item among fans of extreme or experimental horror shorts.

What Reviewers Say

  • A surprisingly brutal and gory deconstruction of a children's classic.
  • Offers a visceral and unsettling atmosphere that appeals to fans of dark fantasy.
  • Despite its brevity, it leaves a memorable, disturbing impression.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this short film is not readily available in public databases. Its niche nature means it likely has a limited audience, and therefore, aggregated user feedback is scarce.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of 'Scary Fairy Tales' shorts that aimed to retell classic fairy tales with a horror twist, often featuring graphic violence and mature themes unsuitable for children.

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