The Swan Princess: A Royal Family Tale

The Swan Princess: A Royal Family Tale

Year: 2014

Runtime: 79 mins

Language: English

Director: Richard Rich

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When a young girl named Alise is mysteriously taken from the Royal Family’s care and disappears into the forest, Princess Odette, Derek, and their animal friends embark on a quest to find her. They must work together, facing challenges and unexpected obstacles, to safely return Alise back to the castle and reunite her with her new family.

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1

Arrival of the Forbidden Arts

Centuries ago, a sentient evil force known as the Forbidden Arts entered Earth from the underworld, aiming to destroy magical rivals and dominate with dark power. This evil force sought to use sorcerer Rothbart to defeat the Swan Princess, Odette, but failed when Rothbart was killed by Derek. The Forbidden Arts's presence marked the beginning of its legacy of destruction on Earth.

Centuries ago Earth/Underworld
2

Birth of Odette

Odette, the Swan Princess, was born to King William in a peaceful time. Her birth was significant as she represented hope and purity, but also attracted the attention of the Forbidden Arts. The evil force attempted to enslave or eliminate her using Rothbart, setting the stage for future conflicts.

Present (initial timeline) Kingdom's castle
3

Forbidden Arts' Confrontation and Rothbart's Death

The Forbidden Arts tried to overthrow Odette through Rothbart's magic but was thwarted when Rothbart was killed during a confrontation with Derek. This event temporarily halted the evil's plans but left behind lingering animosity and unresolved threats.

Initial confrontation Castle/Kingdom
4

Present-day Pressures and Unawareness

In the present, Odette and Derek are pressured by Uberta to have a child, unaware that the evil forces and the scullions are monitoring their actions. The scullions, led by Mangler, are secretly tracking Odette, setting up future conflict.

Present Castle
5

The Forbidden Arts Attacks Odette

The Forbidden Arts emerges from its cave and attempts to burn Odette alive in a fiery attack but is thwarted by her magical powers. Frustrated, it retreats to recover its strength within its crystal cave, leaving destruction behind, including a house where Alise's father is murdered.

Present Near the cave and house
6

Introduction of Alise

Odette and Derek find Alise, a young girl who has lost her father under tragic circumstances, and bring her to the castle. Despite her silence and trauma, Alise grows closer to Odette and Derek, leading them to decide to adopt her as part of their family.

After the house fire Castle
7

Scullions Kidnap Alise

The scullions attack Uberta's castle and kidnap Alise to lure Odette and Derek into a trap. They also imprison others in the cellar, aiming to manipulate the heroes and capture the magical artifact, but Odette and Derek manage to avoid the deadly traps.

Soon after Alise's adoption Uberta's castle
8

Rescue Attempts and Revelation from Scully

Derek is poisoned during the rescue mission, but Scully, a friendly scullion, heals him and explains the truth about the legend of the Swan Princess and the Forbidden Arts. Scully reveals he has been guarding the magical stone, which is key to defeating the evil.

During the rescue Scullion village and castle
9

The True Prophecy and the Battle

The false prophecy is exposed, revealing the real threat—the Forbidden Arts. The scullions unite with Odette, Derek, and their allies to protect the magical stone, but the Forbidden Arts seizes it, gaining immense power that threatens everyone.

During the climax Castle and Forbidden Arts' cave
10

Odette and Scully confront the Forbidden Arts

Odette and Scully infiltrate the Forbidden Arts' cave to rescue Alise. During the fight, Mangler is defeated, but Odette cannot free Alise from her prison. Alise finally speaks and urges Odette to destroy the crystal of the Forbidden Arts.

Climax Forbidden Arts' cave
11

Sacrifice and Victory

Scully sacrifices himself by jumping onto the crystal, destroying the Forbidden Arts and freeing Alise. In the explosion, Odette is heartbroken but relieved as Alise calls her 'Mommy,' symbolizing their bond and victory over evil.

Climax Forbidden Arts' cave
12

Celebration and New Beginning

The movie concludes with a celebration of Princess Alise's presentation to the kingdom. A statue of Scully is erected in the castle's garden, honoring his sacrifice and heroism, while Odette, Derek, and Alise begin their new life together.

End Castle and kingdom

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