Cadaverella 2007
"Not all fairy tales end with happily ever after."
Timothy Friend's twisted take on a modern horror fairytale, *Cadaverella* (2007) reimagines Cinderella as a gothic nightmare of vengeance and dark magic.
Director: Timothy Friend
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cadaverella (2007) about?
*Cadaverella* follows Cinder, a young woman enslaved by her cruel stepmother on the eve of her 21st birthday, when she'll finally inherit her late father's fortune. Desperate for freedom, she dabbles in forbidden magic and awakens the wrathful Baron Samedi, gaining terrifying abilities to fight back. But as her world collapses into betrayal and murder, Cinder must decide how far she'll go to rewrite her story.
Who directed Cadaverella?
Timothy Friend directed *Cadaverella* (2007), crafting a visually striking and thematically bold horror reimagining.
Who stars in Cadaverella?
The film stars Megan Goddard as Cinder, with Ryan Seymour, Kieran Hunter, Santiago Vasquez, and Mackenzie Montes rounding out the cast.
Is Cadaverella (2007) worth watching?
As a micro-budget horror film, *Cadaverella* (2007) leans into atmosphere and ambition over polish, delivering a unique twist on the Cinderella myth with gothic dread. Its short runtime keeps the tension tight, though fans of polished productions may find its rough edges challenging. Still, for those craving a dark, unconventional fairytale, it's a memorable if imperfect ride.
How long is Cadaverella?
The film runs 71 minutes.
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About Cadaverella (2007) — A Horror Twist on Cinderella's Darkest Night
Timothy Friend's twisted take on a modern horror fairytale, *Cadaverella* (2007) reimagines Cinderella as a gothic nightmare of vengeance and dark magic. Megan Goddard stars as Cinder, a young woman trapped in a suffocating existence under the thumb of her ruthless stepmother, who schemes to drain her inheritance. With her 21st birthday looming—the day she'll finally break free—Cinder finds fleeting solace in a reckless romance with the enigmatic Cash. But when a voodoo ritual gone wrong summons the fearsome Baron Samedi, Cinder gains terrifying power to reshape her fate. As deadly betrayals and sinister plots swirl around her, this fractured fairytale asks: what happens when the oppressed finally snaps back?
Set against a moody, atmospheric backdrop, *Cadaverella* blends body horror and supernatural dread with a raw emotional core. Friend's direction leans into claustrophobic tension and eerie visuals, while Goddard delivers a haunting performance as a heroine pushed to the edge. Between twisted magic and human cruelty, this isn't your grandmother's fairytale—it's a visceral, unflinching horror fable about reclaiming power in a world that wants you broken.