# Haunting Fairy Tale Films The Green Ruby Pumpkin is a Cautionary Halloween Video By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-10-19 | Updated 2012-10-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-video References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2012/10/19/The-Green-Ruby-Pumpkin/) & [monstersculptor](http://monstersculptor.com/reel/Lquicktime.htm) Envisioned by genius visual effects artists Miguel Ortega and Tran Ma, The Green Ruby Pumpkin is a fairy tale-themed [Halloween video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haunted-mansion-experience). With lots of creepy visuals and a slightly frightening ending, this video keeps with the norms of traditional fairy tales that were originally intended to be used as cautionary stories. Through their captivating use of intense visual effects worthy of a multi-million dollar movie production, Ortega and Ma have created a haunting tale that warns children not to stay out too late when [trick-or-treating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/13-nights-of-halloween-advent-calendar). Full of references to [classic childhood stories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/over-the-garden-wall) including Little Red Riding Hood and the Wizard of Oz, The Green Ruby Pumpkin is a fun, yet spooky Halloween Video that is sure to be enjoyed by children of all ages. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fairy Tale Halloween Videos:** Visual artists are creating Halloween videos with fairy tale themes that incorporate cautionary messages. - **High-quality Visual Effects on a Budget:** Visual effects artists are using their skills to create captivating content with smaller budgets. - **Nostalgic Fantasy References in Halloween Media:** Halloween media is incorporating nostalgic references to classic childhood fantasy stories to appeal to a wider audience. ### Where This Applies - **Film Production:** Innovative visual effects artists and filmmakers can leverage fairy tale and Halloween themes to produce successful and profitable content. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can capitalize on the popularity of Halloween-themed visual content to attract viewers of all ages. - **Education:** Schools and educational programs can use cautionary fairy tale-themed Halloween videos to teach children valuable lessons through an engaging medium. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Horror-Themed QSR Short Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-in-the-box-feeding-time.md) - [Revived 90s Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruithead.md) - [Spooky Street Ad Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-halloween-projection.md) - [Product-Inspired Halloween Looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx.md) - [Thematic Outdoor Lights Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-burton-light-trail.md) - [Haunting Pasta Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creepypasta.md) - [Haunting Gaming Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hauntii-xbox-game.md) - [Family-Friendly Halloween Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oriental-trading.md) - [Seasonal Jack-O-Lantern Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-potion-liqueur.md)