In the winter of 1814, a kingdom is home to twelve well-pampered princesses who seem to be exactly what you'd expect, but they carry a secret no one is prepared for. Every morning, their shoes would be worn out by an unknown circumstance. This masterful adaptation of the original fairytale by the Brothers Grimm is brought to life by director Mike Veselov. But their descriptions only told the major story. Experience the ins and outs of the mystery as a lone old soldier uncovers the hidden world beneath the castle, where the princesses dance their nights away. As they delve deeper, they uncover secrets, face challenges, and forge bonds that will change their lives forever. A story of love, adventure, and the quest for truth, this film captures the magic and wonder of the classic tale, leaving audiences enchanted and captivated until the very end.
Director: Mike Veselov
Producers: Bret Malley, Peter Hoelter, Sage Freeman, Larry Chaney, Mike Veselov
Screen story by: Mike Veselov, Claudia Haas, D. L. Ashliman, and Sue Arengo
Story based on the fairytale "Die zertanzten Schuhe" by: Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, sourced by Jenny von Droste-Hülshoff, translated by D. L. Ashliman, Edgar Taylor, David Jardine, and Alice Lucas
Cast: Freya O'Horo, Allison Proba, Denise Johnson, Jerry Schultz, Russell J. Gannon, Giselle Cairney, Joni Marie, Irelynn TerraNami, Kevin Folgate, Noni Alley, Matthew Fearnley, and Stacie M. Betancourt
Music: Andrey Rozov, Alex Pfeffer
Production designer: W. W. Webb, Thomas Flynn
Costume designer: Meredith Heika
Genres: Historical Drama, Fairytale, Fantasy, Drama
Studios:Â
Release time: December 2027
Rating: 12+
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