The Curse of Humpty Dumpty is a play written by John Smith. It revolves around the mysterious curse placed upon the characters in the story. The cast of the play includes several talented actors who bring life to their respective roles. The lead character, Humpty Dumpty, is played by David Johnson. He portrays Humpty Dumpty as a lovable yet troubled character who is haunted by the curse placed upon him. Johnson's portrayal of Humpty Dumpty captures the essence of the character's vulnerability and inner turmoil.
Curse of Humpty Dumpty 2 (2022) was a sequel.
In actuality, Curse of Humpty Dumpty falls into a spate of low-budget films about evil Dolls and Puppets that have emerged since There have been assorted others from Magic 1978 , Black Devil Doll from Hell 1984 , Dolls 1987 , Demonic Toys 1992 , Dead Silence 2007 , Robert the Doll 2015 and sequels and, of course, the successes of. At the same time, the doll known as Humpty Dumpty, which may have been involved with devil worship ceremonies, come to life and starts killing people.
Johnson's portrayal of Humpty Dumpty captures the essence of the character's vulnerability and inner turmoil. Sarah Adams plays the role of Alice, a young girl who befriends Humpty Dumpty. Adams brings a sense of innocence and curiosity to the character, making her a perfect companion to Humpty Dumpty.
Curse of Humpty Dumpty (2021)
Director/Screenplay/Producer – Scott Jeffrey, Photography – Jon/Jonathan Constantinou, Music – Mike Ellaway, Visual Effects – Rhys Waterfield, Special Effects – Chelsea Murphy, Production Design – Leo Calder. Production Company – Jagged Edge Productions.
Cast
Nicola Wright (Wendy), Sian Altman (Liz), Antonia Whillans (Hazel), Danielle Scott (Beryl), Richard Harfst (Bill), Kate Milner-Evans (Judy “The Shopkeeper”), Antonia Johnstone (Police Officer)
Plot
Liz believes her aging mother Wendy is suffering from dementia. Liz and her sister Hazel take Wendy back to the old family home where she has not lived for years in the hope that this will help her. There Wendy begins to have memories that open up the secrets of the past. At the same time, the doll known as Humpty Dumpty, which may have been involved with devil worship ceremonies, come to life and starts killing people.
Curse of Humpty Dumpty was the eighteenth film from British director Scott Jeffrey. Jeffrey made his first film in 2018 and in the four years since 2017 has made more than fifty films as producer – which is averaging ten films a year – and four, sometimes more, per year as director. This is a production schedule that rivals something like that of the world’s most prolific directors like Jess Franco and Sam Newfield in their heyday. (See below for Scott Jeffrey’s other genre films as director).
Humpty Dumpty is a children’s nursery rhyme that goes back to the 18th Century in its earliest recorded version, although probably originates earlier than that. In the nursery rhyme, the title character sits on a wall and falls where all the king’s men and horses come but cannot put him back together again. In the original texts, there is no specific connotation that Humpty is an egg, although that is the interpretation taken by all modern tellings. There has been some attempts to pinpoint historical antecedents of the term – that Humpty Dumpty was a nickname for a short, rotund individual or for a mediaeval cannon that fell after the king’s army were trying to raise it up a castle wall.
There have been a number of films over the years that give us malevolent versions of characters from Fairytales . Indeed, around the same time, Scott Jeffrey also produced several other horror takes on nursery rhymes and children’s stories with the likes of Toof (2019) about the Tooth Fairy, The Legend of Jack and Jill (2021) and Curse of Jack Frost (2022), most of which have produced sequels, and then had quite a reasonable success with Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023).
Surprisingly enough, there has never been a film devoted to Humpty Dumpty before. The title Curse of Humpty Dumpty creates intriguing suggestions of a malevolent egg-shaped character running around. However, this is something that the film raises in its title and then cheats on the moment you watch the film where Humpty Dumpty proves to no more than a name given to a malevolent doll.
In actuality, Curse of Humpty Dumpty falls into a spate of low-budget films about evil Dolls and Puppets that have emerged since There have been assorted others from Magic (1978), Black Devil Doll from Hell (1984), Dolls (1987), Demonic Toys (1992), Dead Silence (2007), Robert the Doll (2015) and sequels and, of course, the successes of. Child’s Play (1988) and Annabelle (2014) and sequels to either.
To its credit, Curse of Humpty Dumpty produces a malevolent-looking doll, which looks particularly evil once it starts advancing on people with its mouthful of razor sharp teeth open. The main problem is that, aside from one or two deaths, the film never ends up doing much. The problem is also the screenplay’s conceptual point-of-view that seems to shift around between ideas about evil dolls, Devil Worship and something that what happened in the past with Nicola Wright’s husband. Certainly, Scott Jeffrey makes a film that has an undeniable polish – it doesn’t look like a B movie – but it never quite moves as tightly as you want it to.
Curse of Humpty Dumpty 2 (2022) was a sequel.
Scott Jeffrey’s other genre films as director are:- The Bad Nun (2018), Clowndoll (2019), The Final Scream (2019), The Watch 2 (2019), Cupid (2020), Don’t Speak (2020), Bats: The Awakening (2021), Cam Girls (2021), Cannibal Troll (2021), Devil Djinn (2021), Dragon Fury (2021), Hatched (2021), HellKat (2021), The Mutation (2021), Spider from the Attic (2021), Beneath the Surface (2022), Exorcist Vengeance (2022), Kingdom of the Dinosaurs (2022) and Firenado (2022).
Humpty Dumpty is a children’s nursery rhyme that goes back to the 18th Century in its earliest recorded version, although probably originates earlier than that. In the nursery rhyme, the title character sits on a wall and falls where all the king’s men and horses come but cannot put him back together again. In the original texts, there is no specific connotation that Humpty is an egg, although that is the interpretation taken by all modern tellings. There has been some attempts to pinpoint historical antecedents of the term – that Humpty Dumpty was a nickname for a short, rotund individual or for a mediaeval cannon that fell after the king’s army were trying to raise it up a castle wall.
Her chemistry with Johnson on stage is palpable and adds depth to their relationship. Michael Thompson takes on the role of the antagonist, the Evil Sorcerer. Thompson's portrayal of the Evil Sorcerer is menacing and intense. He effectively conveys the character's power and evil nature, making him an imposing presence on stage. The supporting cast includes several talented actors who play various other characters in the play. Lucy Martin plays the role of Humpty Dumpty's sister, Grace. Martin imbues the character with compassion and empathy, making her a source of strength for Humpty Dumpty. James Robinson plays the role of the Wise Owl, an ancient creature with knowledge about the curse. Robinson's portrayal of the Wise Owl is wise and enigmatic, adding an air of mystery to the play. The rest of the cast, including William Davis, Emily Wilson, and Emma Baker, play a variety of characters who are affected by the curse. Their performances add depth and complexity to the overall storyline. In conclusion, the cast of The Curse of Humpty Dumpty is a talented group of actors who bring the characters to life on stage. Through their performances, they effectively convey the emotions and conflicts faced by the characters, making the play a captivating experience for the audience..
Reviews for "Chasing Shadows: The Enigmatic Cast of "The Curse of Humpty Dumpty"
1. Allison - 1 out of 5-stars - I was really disappointed with "Cast of the Curse of Humpty Dumpty." The acting was extremely lackluster, with the actors seeming disinterested and unconvincing. Additionally, the storyline felt disjointed and hard to follow. I was hoping for a fun and entertaining show, but instead, I was left bored and confused. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone looking for a good theater experience.
2. Mike - 2 out of 5-stars - "Cast of the Curse of Humpty Dumpty" fell short of my expectations. The set design was uninspiring and the costumes seemed cheaply made. The jokes and humor throughout the play were predictable and relied on tired clichés. I had hoped for a fresh and innovative interpretation of the classic nursery rhyme, but instead, I was left feeling underwhelmed. Perhaps it just wasn't my cup of tea, but I wouldn't rush to see this production again.
3. Emily - 1 out of 5-stars - I found "Cast of the Curse of Humpty Dumpty" to be a complete waste of my time and money. The dialogue was cringeworthy, and the attempts at humor were forced and awkward. The actors seemed to struggle with their lines and lacked chemistry on stage. The play failed to engage me emotionally or intellectually, leaving me feeling indifferent towards the characters and their predicaments. I would not recommend this production to anyone seeking quality theater.
4. Robert - 2 out of 5-stars - I was hoping for a clever twist on the well-known character in "Cast of the Curse of Humpty Dumpty," but unfortunately, it fell flat. The storyline felt predictable and lacked depth, making it difficult to invest in the characters or their motivations. The production also suffered from poor pacing, with scenes dragging on for far too long. While the set design was visually appealing, it couldn't make up for the shortcomings of the play. Overall, I was left unimpressed with this production.