Efteling Park Weighs Legal Action After Adult Film Shoot on Grounds
KAATSHEUVEL – Efteling Park, the renowned family theme park, has found itself embroiled in controversy after it was revealed unauthorized filming for a Russian pornographic film, titled When a Fairytale Becomes Reality, took place on its enchanting grounds. The park has stressed it never permitted such activities and is considering legal steps against the filmmakers.
The film features Russian adult actress Sweetie Fox, who strolls through the picturesque Fairytale Forest and interacts with other characters. The filming reportedly took place near the gazebo located within the park's Sierktuin section. "Filming for commercial purposes is not allowed without permission, let alone such recordings in our family park," stated Efteling’s spokesperson, clearly indicating their disapproval.
Released on December 15, 2024, the incident was met with immediate backlash from Efteling, which historically has prided itself on its family-friendly image. The video showed 23-year-old Fox, who introduced herself as Dasha from Russia, playing the part of a tourist who had her belongings stolen.
Her escapade through the park, intertwined with iconic fairy tale characters, aimed to capture the allure of Efteling, but the park staff were quick to clarify the essence of the footage. "The combination of a family park and pornographic site is, of course, extremely unfortunate," the spokesperson added.
Fox's performance included scenes set against the backdrop of recognizable attractions, such as the garden next to the Chinese Nightingale and ended with footage taken at the Gnome Village. Although the hardened scenes were shot elsewhere, the use of Efteling's picturesque scenery stirred significant irritation among park officials.
Upon discovery of the video's existence and its hosting on popular pornography sites, Efteling expressed relief upon learning the video was taken offline shortly thereafter. The spokesperson described their happiness, saying, "We are very happy we could address this issue and see the video removed." This swift action capped off their effort to maintain integrity within the park.
Looking to prevent any such disturbances moving forward, Efteling reminded the public of its strict regulations against unauthorized commercial shoots within its premises. "We are investigating what steps we can take against this," the spokesperson confirmed, showing the park's commitment to uphold its family-oriented environment.
Though the timeline related to the filming within Efteling remains unclear, the establishment’s resolve to protect its brand image stands firm. With strong reactions from park authorities, they continue to navigate the aftermath of this disquieting situation, emphasizing their dedication to maintaining Efteling as a cherished family destination.
Further developments may arise as Efteling looks to solidify its stance against unauthorized commercial content within its grounds, reinforcing its long-standing mission to keep the magical experience intact for families and visitors alike.