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Set in a contemporary United States backdrop, the film mirrors modern school life, shopping malls, and corporate workplaces. The world feels familiar and everyday, emphasizing ordinary settings as the stage for magical happenings.

Sunnyvale sits in the middle of America, a typical midwestern suburb with malls and local shops. Past Pages Bookstore serves as the magical entry point where Casey finds the Book of Awakenings. Marathon Toys Headquarters in Sunnyvale is a key location—home to the specially decorated room where Eve's spell is sealed and later undone.

✨ Identity

The film uses Eve's arrival and the doll's transformation to explore Casey's search for who she is — balancing school sports, friendship, and grief after her mother's death. Casey learns to accept help and open up to new possibilities. The transformation becomes a metaphor for growing into a more confident self. Friendship with Eve pushes Casey to redefine expectations of herself.

🕊️ Grief

Casey is still mourning her mother two years after the loss, and the Book offers a way to confront that void. Eve's presence provides emotional support, helping Casey cope with absence while testing family loyalties. The story uses magic as a lens to process grief rather than erase it. In the end, Casey learns to honor her mother's memory while embracing new experiences.

💪 Empowerment

Eve's learning curve in the real world mirrors Casey's journey toward self-confidence and resilience. The two characters empower each other—Casey gains courage to face her father and classmates, while Eve discovers what it means to be a real person. The film emphasizes choosing growth over comfort and shows that empowerment can come from friendship and personal risk.