Brothers Grimm

In 'The Water of Life', three princes embark on a quest to find a magical water that can heal their ailing father, the king. Their journey is fraught with challenges, including encounters with a vengeful dwarf who casts a spell of ill-luck on the eldest son. This tale explores themes of ambition, familial duty, and the consequences of pride.

In a distant land, a miller's daughter is trapped by a greedy king who demands she spin straw into gold. Desperate, she receives help from a mysterious little man who trades his magical assistance for her possessions. As her tasks grow more daunting, she must confront the consequences of her father's boast and her own choices.

In 'Rapunzel', a couple longs for a child, leading the husband to steal rampion from an enchantress's garden to satisfy his wife's cravings. This act of desperation sets off a chain of events that intertwines their fate with the powerful enchantress, revealing themes of desire, consequence, and the struggle against fate.

In a tale of beauty and envy, a queen's desire for a daughter as fair as snow leads to the birth of Snow-white, whose growing beauty incites the queen's jealousy. As the queen's envy spirals, she becomes determined to eliminate her rival, setting off a chain of events that explores themes of vanity and the consequences of pride.

In 'Iron Hans', a king's forest becomes a source of mystery and danger as huntsmen disappear within it. When an unknown huntsman bravely ventures into the woods, he discovers a wild man trapped in a pool, leading to a series of events that challenge the boundaries of fear and courage.

In a time of great hunger, a poor woodcutter and his wife decide to abandon their children, Hansel and Gretel, in the forest to fend for themselves. The clever siblings, aware of their dire situation, devise a plan to survive against the odds, showcasing themes of resilience and sibling loyalty amidst adversity.

In 'The Frog-Prince,' a young princess loses her beloved golden ball in a deep spring and encounters a frog who promises to retrieve it in exchange for her companionship. Initially dismissive, she agrees, but upon receiving her ball, she forgets the frog, leading to unexpected consequences. This tale explores themes of promises, transformation, and the importance of keeping one's word.

Cinderella, a tale of a mistreated stepdaughter, endures hardship at the hands of her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. Despite her struggles, her kindness and piety lead to a transformative encounter that changes her fate forever.