In a surprising twist, the team behind the blood-soaked horror film, Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, is now turning their attention to another childhood classic: Peter Pan. Director Scott Jeffrey, alongside his production company Jagged Edge Productions, is set to bring us Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare, a dark and violent take on the beloved fairy tale.
Jeffrey drew inspiration from French cinema while preparing for the film, aiming to create a tense and thrilling experience. The story follows Wendy as she embarks on a harrowing quest to rescue her brother, Michael, who has been abducted by none other than Peter Pan himself. The director says the film will be a brutal combination of Switchblade Romance and The Black Phone, but with their own unique spin.
One key element that sets this reimagining apart is Tinkerbell. Traditionally portrayed as a mischievous and magical fairy, in this version, she is depicted as being hooked on heroin, convinced it's Pixie Dust. This unexpected twist adds an extra layer of darkness to the narrative, raising the stakes for our protagonists.
Jagged Edge Productions, known for their focus on British indie horror films, aims to expand their public domain universe with this new project. Despite the critical reception of their previous work, Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, the film was a box office success and even spawned a sequel, set for release on Valentine's Day. The end credits of the sequel will give viewers a glimpse into the upcoming characters joining Jagged Edge's universe.
Pinocchio: Unstrung is one of the future projects on the studio's slate, featuring their twisted take on the classic wooden puppet. Additionally, they're working on Bambi: The Reckoning, delving into the dark side of this beloved Disney character. However, Jagged Edge aims to explore characters beyond the Disney realm as well, venturing into old fairy tales and urban legends, crafting their own unique and twisted alternative reality.
Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare is set to begin filming in May, with a planned theatrical release in time for Halloween 2024. The cast includes Megan Placito as Wendy Darling, Kit Green as Tinkerbell, Peter DeSouza-Feighoney as Michael Darling, and Charity Kase as James. More casting announcements are expected in the coming months.
Bringing their expertise to the film's special effects will be The Prosthetic Studio's Shaune Harrison and Paula Anne Booker-Harrison. With their impressive track record, including work on Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow, audiences can expect top-notch and immersive effects.
It's worth noting that the characters of Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tinkerbell, Wendy, and Bambi are all part of the public domain. This allows Jagged Edge Productions the creative freedom to reimagine and explore these cherished characters in their own unique and twisted vision. As Tigger recently entered the public domain as well, fans can look forward to his involvement in Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2.
If you dare to experience a truly horrifying and twisted version of your childhood favorites, mark your calendars for the release of Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare later this year. Until then, prepare yourself for the gory and unsettling tale of Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, hitting theaters this Valentine's Day.
