Rumpelstiltskin
Once upon a time, a miller attempted to marry his daughter off to the King by promising she could spin straw into gold. With the help of a demonic imp, she completes the task, but the King becomes greedy and wants more. So, she promises the imp her firstborn in return for yet more favours. But when it comes time to honour her bargain, dark forces merge when the Imp makes a deal with the devil.
Why it matters
A shadowy retelling of Rumpelstiltskin that leans heavily on atmosphere to mask its uneven execution.
- Cloaks budget limitations in heavy darkness and soft focus, creating a moody but murky fairy tale world.
- Appeals primarily to diehard fans of the Rumpelstiltskin myth or those curious about demonic bargain horror.
- Struggles with pacing and performances, making it a tough sell outside niche curiosity.
- A reminder that not every fairy tale needs a horror makeover—but there’s a grim charm in its devilish premise.
Director
4 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
33
Psychological
14
Supernatural
40
Creature
18
Disturbing
33
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
14
Survival
17
