Prepare to be horrified as the classic fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty takes a chilling turn in the upcoming film, Sleeping Beauty’s Massacre, currently being filmed in Scotland. Exclusive images released by Bloody Disgusting provide a glimpse into this gruesome rendition of the original story.
The newly revealed images showcase a torrent of blood-soaked visuals, promising an unparalleled gore fest that will satisfy even the most die-hard horror enthusiasts. This sneak peek aligns with the recent trend of transforming timeless tales into horrifying experiences, emphasizing graphic violence and gore. While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, the film will revolve around the well-known narrative of Sleeping Beauty, focusing on Princess Thalia. Plunged into a profound slumber by the wicked Queen Velma, Princess Thalia’s awakening sparks the unraveling of a nightmarish odyssey fraught with death and devastation.
Lora Hristova leads the cast as Princess Thalia, accompanied by Benedict Clarke, Sophie Rankin, Charlotte Coleman, and Yvonne Curwen. Louisa Warren directs this highly anticipated project, with Jasmine Ebony Thomas penning the screenplay. Warren’s vision for the film is to turn conventions upside down, delivering a savage, dark, and utterly horrifying experience. She aims to create the most unsettling horror encounter to date, intertwining deceit, carnage, and an unforgettable massacre. Reflecting on the original material, Warren expressed excitement about the abundant possibilities for exploration within the story.
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The surge of horror adaptations based on beloved stories shows no signs of abating.
Sleeping Beauty has been adapted for the screen numerous times, most notably by Disney in their animated classic. However, in the wake of Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, it seems that many cherished childhood tales are undergoing a horrifying metamorphosis. In addition to Sleeping Beauty’s Massacre, Warren is helming another macabre twist on a fairy tale with Cinderella’s Curse, which will also be distributed by ITN Studios.
But the horrors do not end there, as Rhys Frake-Waterfield, director of Blood and Honey, embarks on his own sinister journey, transforming more childhood stories into nightmares with Peter Pan: Neverland Nightmare and Bambi: The Reckoning. While release dates for these projects are yet to be announced, it is evident that no beloved childhood classic is safe from a spine-chilling transformation on the silver screen.
Although an official release date for Sleeping Beauty’s Massacre remains undisclosed, audiences can anticipate its debut later this year. In the meantime, explore the additional images below to catch a glimpse of the terror that awaits.
