I REVIEW 'PINOCCHIO'S REVENGE' (1996)

‘PINOCCHIO’S REVENGE’ (1996) – Psychological Puppet Horror or Franchise Knock-Off? | Review

Hey, everyone! In my latest film review, I'm exploring the world of 90s horror again by bringing my thoughts on the seemingly little-known 1996 B-movie, 'Pinocchio's Revenge'. The film centres around a Public Defence lawyer, Jennifer, who brings a Pinocchio puppet home to her anxious daughter, Zoe. Mysterious violent incidents begin to occur around the girl and her doll, but Zoe insists that Pinocchio is responsible.

This premise may sound very familiar, but would you be right in assuming that 'Pinocchio's Revenge' is just another cash-grab riding on the 'Chucky' franchise's coattails? That's what the minimal marketing might suggest, but I wanted to know more! If you thought that putting a spooky horror spin on a beloved childhood character (that just happens to be public domain) was a revolutionary idea, think again! I hope you all enjoy the review!

-Soapy