Pinocchio

About This Movie

So, Pinocchio (1971) is quite the oddball adaptation. Directed by Corey Allen, it takes the familiar tale into some really unexpected, bawdy territory. Geppeta, a frustrated figure, carves her version of Pinocchio into a hunky young man, and when the fairy godmother gets involved, things take a turn for the risqué. The tone is a wild mix of comedy and fantasy, with a certain campiness that’s hard to ignore. The performances, especially that of Geppeta, are bold and push boundaries, leading to some memorable – if not provocative – scenes. The practical effects and the art direction have this retro charm. It’s definitely not your standard family fare, but there’s a certain raw creativity at play here that can be intriguing for collectors.

Unique burlesque styleMix of camp and fantasyNot family-friendly, definitely adult-themed