Grimm ReImagined
Retold... Reimagined...
Step into a world where timeless fairytales are reimagined with a modern twist and explore our collection of adapted stories, each offering a fresh perspective on familiar narratives. Here you can discover Grimm ReImagined, our curated integrated adaptation, or explore the stories on their own and find out more about the characters in their story.
Click on a thumbnail to watch the full video or click on the images to discover character profiles that delve deeper into these reimagined worlds and their inhabitants.
*These films can be found in the exhibition in the Interactive Video Hub
The Film
Grimm ReImagined presents modern, inclusive adaptations of classic fairytales like Cinderella, Red Riding Hood, and Snow White. The story unfolds in two towns, East and West, connected by a mysterious forest…the safe western edge… and the perilous eastern woods. Meet familiar characters reimagined for today's world, alongside two new faces: Jack and Robin - Click on their profiles below to learn more about them.
Explore The Stories
Seeing Red features a dark twist on a classic, where rebellious teenager Red embarks on a dangerous journey through the woods to visit her aunt… but with a sinister plan: to lure the wolf to its demise. Sure, she might look innocent in her cape, yet beneath her innocent facade lies a calculated plan… a crimson game of manipulation that leads the wolf straight into her trap. It is until her aunts guide towards guidance that we see anyone challenging Red's scarlet sin and rebellion to compassion and regret. An unseen arrow silences the wolf. In that moment, Red’s awakening… an unexpected empathy transforms her. No longer just the predator, The Hunter in Red now questions her fate. The story ends with a casting light on the questionable fate of the wolf. Is she dead? This is a story of rebellion, and a battle between good and evil.
In Slipper of Secrets, Carter, a wealthy businessman, finds his family heirloom stolen in a crystal clear deception. The culprits?... His conniving friend Fiona - a deceitful fairy godmother, the scheming Lady Polly, and… the mysterious slipper snatcher. Carter unravels the betrayal, shattering the glass slipper in a defiant act of rebellion against the rigid social hierarchy, seeking to fairly redistribute his wealth, exposing the slipper of secrets.
'Til Death Do Us Part reimagines the classic love story with a unique twist. R and J yearn to be together, but their love is threatened by Brooklyn's obsession with J where they struggle to free themselves from the clutches of Brooklyn. amid the tension of a complicated love triangle, their trusted friend Aisling devises a daring plan… Brooklyn, believing her rival to be gone, withdrawing, allowing R and J to finally be together. The tale concludes in a celebration of their love, finally free from Brooklyn's grasp, showing the lengths they are willing to go to be together.
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Shadows of The Forest follows twins Hannah and George lost in the depths of a foreboding forest as they navigate a maze of peril through a dark journey home. Their expedition is marked by eerie encounters in the woods… with many warning them of unseen lurking dangers. As they venture deeper, they find themselves plunged into the whispers of darkness, falling into a trap set by a cunning witch, narrowly escaping her clutches. Later, an unexpected guide helps them to safety and helps them rediscover the strength of their bond.
Poisoned Reflection tells the dark tale of Raven, once saved Duchess Evie, who falls victim to the manipulative mirror’s latest deceptions. Driven by the apple of envy, Evie tasks Robin with delivering one fatal bite, casting Raven into an eternal slumber. As Evie, haunted by insecurities about her beauty, falls prey to the manipulative mirror's dark influence, the stage is set for a tragic reflection until Charlie steps forward, desperately tries to break the spell… grappling with the consequences of poisoned reflection.
Misjudged Beauty is a modern tale that challenges superficial judgments and celebrates inner strength. Bella, a successful businesswoman, struggles with insecurities of her prominent birthmark, hiding behind a confident facade. Her world changes when she meets Beau, a man burdened by the curse of being seen only for his looks. As their friendship bloomed, much did the rose sealing Beau’s curse, teaching them that true beauty lies within. The rose, a symbol of time, marks Beau’s fate, and through their bond, the curse is broken.
Today’s the Day, reimagines Cinderella through the modern eyes of businessman, Carter weighed down by grief and sibling rivalry, longing for better days. In his heartfelt anthem “Today Is Gonna Be A Good Day,” Carter battles the dust of daily drudgery and dares to dream of freedom, family harmony, and a brighter tomorrow. Filled with uplifting anthems and heartfelt duets, this musical reminds us that every ending can spark a brand new beginning.
In a world painted by emotion, Cinderella's story unfolds like never before. Reimagined as an animation, where colour is the key to unlocking her inner world, knowing the brightest hues may fade at the stroke of twelve. Watch as her emotions are brought to life, and colour itself becomes the language of her heart's journey. a story of transformation, where every shade reveals a new emotion, and every brushstroke contests the darkness of her past. This animation immerses you in her emotional landscape, revealing the timeless tale through the expressive power of hue and light.
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Shadows of The Forest follows twins Hannah and George lost in the depths of a foreboding forest as they navigate a maze of peril through a dark journey home. Their expedition is marked by eerie encounters in the woods… with many warning them of unseen lurking dangers. As they venture deeper, they find themselves plunged into the whispers of darkness, falling into a trap set by a cunning witch, narrowly escaping her clutches. Later, an unexpected guide helps them to safety and helps them rediscover the strength of their bond.
Meet The Characters
See Yourself In Every Story
Meet Jack, a new character based off of Jack in the Beanstalk, amongst others
Meet Evan, a character in
Cinderella
Meet Robin, a new character based off of Jack in the Beanstalk, amongst others
Meet Fiona, a character in
Cinderella
Meet Red, a character in
Red Riding Hood
Meet Polly, a character in
Cinderella
Meet The Wolf, a character in
Red Riding Hood
Meet R, a character in
Romeo & Juliet
Meet Carter, a character in
Cinderella
Meet J, a character in
Romeo & Juliet
Meet Brooklyn, a character in
Romeo & Juliet
Meet Raven, a character in
Snow White
Meet Aisling, a character in
Romeo & Juliet
Meet Evia, a character in
Snow White
Meet Hannah, a character in
Hansel & Gretel
Meet The Mirror, a character in
Snow White
Meet George, a character in
Hansel & Gretel
Meet Bella, a character in
Beauty and the Beast
Meet The Witch, a character in
Hansel & Gretel
Meet Beau, a character in
Beauty and the Beast