Sunday’s ‘Once Upon A Time’ gave us everything it promised in another beautifully crafted episode. We discovered August’s identity, learned Pinocchio’s tale, watched Emma continue to fight for her son, and witnessed Regina’s pathetic attempt at seducing David. Fairytale Land: “Be brave, truthful, and unselfish…” In “The Stranger,” Henry discovers that Pinocchio’s story has been added…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 20 recap: Knocking on wood

Sunday night’s “The Return” provided another powerful and superbly acted installment of ‘Once Upon A Time.’ The stellar episode gave us deeper insight into Rumpy’s heartbreaking past, shed some light on the mysterious Mr. Booth, celebrated Mary Margaret’s innocence, and upped the stakes in Emma and Regina’s ongoing feud. Fairytale Land: “I will find him.”…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 19 recap: Deal or no deal?

This week’s “Hat Trick” took us on a trip down the hat-hole and through the looking glass, which revealed the surprising life Jefferson led before he grew “mad” in Wonderland. Meanwhile in Storybrooke, Emma’s bewildering experience as Jefferson’s hostage eventually opens her mind to the possibility that Henry’s fairytales are true. Fairytale Land: “You don’t abandon…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 17 recap: Do you believe in magic?

Last night’s incredible “Heart of Darkness” exceeded all expectations by beautifully interweaving Fairytale Land’s stories of True Love overcoming heartbreak and darkness with Storybrooke’s saga of Regina’s brutal revenge and David’s bitter betrayal. This episode also draws fascinating parallels as it emphasizes this season’s mantra, “Evil is made, not born” by showing how huge a…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 16 recap: What becomes of the broken hearted?

This week’s “Red-Handed” gave us insight into Ruby’s fairytale past as Red Riding Hood in Fairytale Land and surprised us with a major twist in the classic tale. Meanwhile in Stroybrooke, Ruby was essential in making a major breakthrough in the case of Kathryn’s disappearance, which unfortunately resulted in the arrest of one of our favorite characters.…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 15 recap: She’s hungry like a wolf

Sunday night’s whimsically touching episode provided us with an origin story for dwarfs, gave us insight into Grumpy’s heartbreaking history, and jump started the investigation of Kathryn’s disappearance. Fairytale Land: “You can do anything as long as you dream it.” Pink Fairy-Godmother hopeful, Nova (Amy Acker), and the Blue Fairy have a chat in the…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 14 recap: It was just a dream

This week’s episode asks “What Happened to Frederick?” One would assume the titular character would play a huge role in the 13th installment of ‘Once,’ but as it turns out, the importance of what happened to Frederick is reflected in what Prince Charming chooses to do. Unfortunately, Storybrooke’s David does not display the same chivalrous…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 13 recap: Don’t stay gold Freddie boy

  Although the Grammy’s reigned supreme last night, this week’s “Skin Deep” impressively drew in fairytale fans with a just over 8 million viewers tuning in to watch a tale as old as time. As predicted, they were not disappointed with another engaging rendition of a Disney classic. Fairytale Land: “All you’ll have is an empty heart…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 12 recap: What’s the Chip on Rumple’s shoulder?

Over 10 million viewers tuned in to this week’s episode, “Fruit of the Poisonous Tree,” to discover the Magic Mirror’s origins and see where Sydney Glass’ true allegiance lies. Fairytale Land: “I should never have made that wish.” King Leopold stumbles upon a magic lamp and unleashes a downtrodden Genie (aka the Man in the Magic…

Continue reading ➞ ‘Once Upon A Time’ S1 Ep 11 recap: The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree