Once Upon a Time

A young girl faces nightmares, peer pressure, and wolves while trying to save her Granny's bakery and navigate her feelings for Peter in Once Upon a Time.

In Once Upon a Time, 16-year-old Red is caught in a whirlwind of challenges that threaten her very existence. Plagued by nightmares she cannot comprehend and a temper that seems to spiral out of control, she is determined to save her Granny's struggling bakery. As the foreboding Wolfstime approaches, a time when ferocious wolves roam the forest, Red must navigate her complicated emotions and the pressures of adolescence. The special red cloak given to her by Granny, imbued with protective magic, is a constant reminder of the dangers lurking just beyond her doorstep.

Amidst the turmoil, Red's budding romance with Peter adds another layer of complexity to her life. She grapples with the desire to fit in with her peers while simultaneously trying to shield herself from the betrayal of classmates. The mean girls at school are relentless, and Red finds herself making questionable decisions in her quest for acceptance and love. Each choice she makes could either strengthen her resolve or let the wolves in, both literally and metaphorically.

As the full moon approaches, Red must confront her fears, her relationships, and her own identity. Will she be able to protect her Granny's bakery, maintain her romance with Peter, and find the strength to battle the wolves that threaten her life? Once Upon a Time weaves a tale of courage, love, and the struggle for self-acceptance in a world filled with danger and uncertainty.