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Story summary
- Rhys Frake-Waterfield wrote and directed Pinocchio Unstrung, released in the United States in 2026.
- Pinocchio becomes a flesh-filled boy who violently punishes anyone threatening Geppetto’s grandson James.
- Todd Masters and MastersFX provide a functional puppet, blending practical effects with improved “wonky” digital backgrounds.
- Critics hail the film as a crowning entry in the public-domain horror series, citing Richard Brake’s gore-filled performance.
