Directed by Steve Hudson (True North (2006); Co/Ma (2004)) and Toby Genkel (Two by Two / Ooops Noah is Gone (2015); A Stork's Journey (2017); The Amazing Maurice (2022)) and starring Asa Butterfield (Hugo (2011); The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008); Ender's Game (2013)), Joel Fry (Yesterday (2019); Cruella (2021); Game of Thrones (tv series, 2014-15)), Alison Steadman (Better Man (2024); The King's Man (2021); Pride and Prejudice (tv series, 1995)) and Rob Brydon (Swimming with Men (2018); The Huntsman: Winter's War (2016); Barbie (2023); Gavin & Stacey (tv series, 2007-24)).
Animation; 89 mins; 6+
A struggling monster circus arrives into the town of Grubbers Nubbin, only for locals to shun it as they are more afraid of the monsters in the castle...
In the foreboding castle, a mad professor is creating monsters à la Frankenstein, with his newest one-eyed, three-armed creation introduced to the other monstrosities (in "almost real life") who have all been encouraged to be on their best behaviour lest the townsfolk revolt and storm the castle...
The circus' owner, Fulbert Freakfinder, is both desperate and intrigued, and finds a way in to the castle where Stitch Head, the professor's first creation, issues a "no visitors" warning.
Stitch Head is now the professor's apprentice; however, he feels unloved and is persuaded to run away with the circus where the ringmaster convinces him he will be loved and installs him as the new attraction...
A wonderful story for children being released in time for Hallowe'en, with great visuals, a wonderful sound track and important messaging.
In two language versions: English version (French subtitles); Luxemburgish version (French subtitles).
Co-produced by La Fabrique d'Images in Luxembourg and distributed by Tarantula Distribution.
To be released in Luxembourg on Thursday 30 October 2025 at Ciné Utopia.
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