Unfrozen
Category
🦄
CreativityTranscript
00:00Unfrozen. While fairy tales usually end with celebrations, this story starts with one.
00:11A queen from the warm southern lands of spring was marrying a king from the winter mountains
00:17up north. There was laughter and happiness everywhere. But as the warm months went by,
00:24the cold season approached. The queen wasn't used to the harsh northern winters.
00:32It's snowing, my love. I can see that. Come on, let's go ice skating. And later, maybe.
00:40Dear, I just want to stay wrapped in my blankets. But it's winter. Time for fun. Time for warm,
00:48toasty snuggles. The king understood how much his queen loved her previous warm lifestyle.
00:55He patiently tried to engage her in fun activities and introduced her to the beauty
01:00of winter. But she grumbled about everything. The snow, the cold, and the strong chilly winds.
01:08My dear, winter is a beautiful season filled with its own magic. Magic? I see nothing but icy gloom.
01:18Soon they were blessed with a baby girl. They named her Clarice. Her eyes are as golden as the
01:25sun. They'll sparkle in the snow then. Why would she wander into the snow? Well, our kingdom is
01:34known for its winters and our little snow princess. Snow princess? Look at how she loves the sun.
01:42Now the winter spirit knew of the princess's birth. He created stunning ice sculptures and
01:48frozen landscapes for her through his strong blizzards. However, the queen's dislike for winter
01:56only intensified. She's still young. Let's take her out next time. Clarice doesn't like this
02:05horrid season. She hasn't had the chance to experience winter.
02:18My precious baby must never venture into this harsh, frozen world. The winter spirit heard her
02:24grumbling over the weeks and grew angry.
02:28Oof! When will winter end? Your highness! Daffodil, why are you here? Daffodil, a spring fairy from
02:38the south, had come to visit the queen. My queen, your grumblings have angered the winter spirit.
02:46Why should I bother? He isn't quite forgiving. I'm sure he'll forgive you.
02:54He isn't quite forgiving. You must learn to appreciate the beauty of winter before it's too
03:01late. Startled and worried for Clarice, she decided to change. I'm so glad you're giving winter a
03:11chance. Isn't it beautiful? It's cold. Um, I mean, yes, it's beautiful. Clarice loves the snow.
03:24Oh, Clarice, she'll catch a cold. We northern people don't catch cold. Clarice might. She may
03:35be born here, but she prefers warmth. But my dear, she'll never love the bitter cold of this land,
03:43and neither will...
03:49Oh, Clarice! The queen suddenly remembered Daffodil's warning.
03:57But Clarice seemed fine. She's asleep? Must have been tired. Let's return home.
04:06They put her to bed and left her for the night.
04:09The next morning, however, she didn't wake up.
04:18They sounded trumpets and drums and brought in stinking onions,
04:23but she remained asleep. The royal couple were distraught. It's all my fault. What are you
04:32talking about? The queen told him about Daffodil's warning. I see. Our great winter spirit's patience
04:40is as dry as the winds. Let's hope he forgives us. As the months passed, the couple remained
04:47by their sleeping princess's side.
04:53Until spring finally came.
05:00Mama? Papa?
05:05Clarice? Clarice! Clarice had woken up, much to her parents' joy.
05:13Oh, my sweet baby! I promise never to grumble again.
05:18They believed the curse had been lifted.
05:27Ooh, what's that? It's snow. How pretty!
05:36Sweetie? Clarice!
05:39No, Clarice! No! Does this mean every winter she'll be asleep?
05:47And so, over the years, every winter drew Clarice into a deep slumber,
05:56and she awoke only when spring came.
06:00The queen tried to appease the winter spirit, and the king searched for him, but nothing worked.
06:09Thus, she grew up never actually witnessing winter.
06:15Mom! Dad! I had the loveliest dream about winter!
06:21Winter? Exactly like those pictures in the books.
06:25It felt so familiar, almost like a memory. I see.
06:33But our kingdom hasn't experienced winter for years, right?
06:37Clarice was unaware of the curse, as her parents had kept it a secret.
06:42One year, the queen decided to celebrate Clarice's birthday in the southern kingdom.
06:48It was a blast, with all the spring fairies hovering around her,
06:52and she also made a friend, Prince Heath.
06:56After a few weeks, the queen realized something.
07:00It's probably winter right now back home.
07:03What? But Clarice is still awake! Is it because...
07:08Winter isn't here! I visited your kingdom last year! The northern winters are magnificent!
07:14Winter? Last year?
07:17Yep! I went snowboarding, ice skating, and...
07:20But we don't have winters.
07:26Mom! Dad! Heath just told me the northern winter...
07:33Oh, exactly what I wanted to talk about.
07:37Your Highness, the winter spirit is furious you brought Clarice here.
07:43Daffodil, wait!
07:45He feels cheated now that Clarice's curse isn't working.
07:48Daffodil!
07:50Curse? What's she talking about?
07:53The king and queen, now left with no choice, revealed the truth.
07:57Why didn't you ever tell me?
07:59We couldn't bear letting you know. I thought you'd hate me.
08:03Mom, if it concerns me, I have the right to know.
08:07And I don't hate you.
08:08Oh, we've tried breaking the curse, but nothing worked.
08:13Let's try alternating between the north and south
08:16so that you may never have to deal with the winter.
08:19But then I'd be running forever.
08:22And I do want to experience the wonders of winter.
08:26I must go and confront the winter spirit.
08:29What? Alone?
08:31Well...
08:32I'll go with you.
08:33But you'd fall asleep immediately.
08:36Perhaps we can help.
08:38The fairies enveloped Clarice with their magic.
08:41Our powers will help you from falling asleep.
08:45But your willpower must be stronger.
08:48The royal couple were hesitant, but they knew their daughter was right.
08:57So, with Heath by her side, Clarice traveled to the north.
09:02Oh my goodness!
09:03Clarice was delighted at the snow and icicles.
09:06The fairy's magic had worked, and she stared about, bright-eyed.
09:11Is this really your first time experiencing winter?
09:14Yep.
09:15When we break your curse, I'll show you how to build a snowman.
09:19They walked about, marveling at the sights.
09:22But soon, they came across something troubling.
09:25What's this?
09:26The streets were strewn with broken buildings and shivering people.
09:30What's going on here?
09:32Your Highness, we've suffered terribly this winter.
09:36The blizzards have destroyed our homes and storehouses.
09:40We've lost all our grain and even the few rivers that ran are frozen solid.
09:46What do you mean, winter spirit?
09:49Oh no!
09:50Our spirit works hard during winter.
09:55It's our pride.
09:57Perhaps someone provoked his rage.
10:01Look, go to the palace and ask for grain from the royal storehouses.
10:07Take my ring as proof.
10:08But the palace was far, and the kingdom's animals were tired from lack of food.
10:14Heath, will you take your horse and aid my people?
10:17But Clarice, what about…
10:19A little snowstorm like this won't harm me.
10:21Heath reluctantly agreed, and Clarice walked on towards the mountains,
10:26where the winds grew fierce.
10:28The fairy's magic was wearing out, and Clarice turned drowsy.
10:33Oof!
10:34Hey!
10:37Winter spirit!
10:39Ugh!
10:40The winds pushed her back, but she stood her ground.
10:43I order you to come meet me.
10:46Who dares order me to meet you?
10:49Who dares order me?
10:52Me, Clarice, princess of the northern kingdom.
10:57I've come to demand that you remove my curse.
11:00Oho!
11:02And why should I do that?
11:04Because I wasn't the one who made you angry.
11:07You!
11:09Well, your mother grumbled about winter every day.
11:13But by concentrating on her, the ones who love you are suffering.
11:17What suffering are you talking about?
11:20The spirit and Clarice returned to the kingdom, where he spotted the disaster.
11:26Oh, no!
11:27What have I done?
11:29Sometimes we get so angry, we lose sight of what's really important.
11:34Clarice!
11:35Mom?
11:36Dad!
11:37The queen and king had hurriedly returned to the kingdom.
11:41Oh, Clarice!
11:42I…
11:44You…
11:45You did this!
11:47Me?
11:48My love!
11:49You're the one who kept complaining about…
11:52Now, hold on.
11:54Mom, it's okay to dislike something.
11:58But by being stubborn and mean, you've hurt me, dad, and yourself.
12:03And Great Spirit, cursing me for something I didn't do was wrong.
12:08Also, people are allowed to have their dislikes.
12:12We just need to focus on those who love and support us.
12:15The Great Winter Spirit and the queen looked at each other apologetically.
12:20I suppose I should have been more considerate.
12:24I'm sorry.
12:26I'm sorry, too.
12:27I should have been more mindful of my actions.
12:31Oh, I feel…
12:35so sleepy.
12:37The magic of the fairies was fading, but the Winter Spirit immediately took action
12:42and lifted the curse.
12:44Clarice!
12:45How do you feel?
12:47Um, awake?
12:50I have taken away your curse.
12:52Now, you will enjoy winter all your life.
12:55I must now do right by the people.
12:58Goodbye, Clarice, Princess of the Northern Kingdom.
13:02The spirit went away and took with him the bitter winds and harsh frost.
13:07The royal family returned to the palace,
13:10and on the way, they witnessed the soldiers going around helping the people.
13:15Wow!
13:16Our soldiers are helping out without any orders!
13:19Actually…
13:20When they reached the palace, they saw Heath managing everything.
13:25Send that to the houses that need fixing and fill those carts with more grain.
13:30Oh, Clarice, did you…
13:32I did.
13:33When will you teach me to build a snowman?
13:35Thank you for being beside me.
13:37Always.
13:38With the curse lifted, everyone rejoiced.
13:43Spring came, and with it, a blossoming love between Clarice and Heath.
13:48But as said before, most fairy tales end with love and a celebration.
13:54As did this one, a few years later, on a beautiful winter's day.
14:00Peace and harmony were restored to the kingdom,
14:03as love triumphed over cold hearts and bitter grumblings.