[1] Loosely based on Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker, the film also contains elements from other fairytales and musical works.

She is a talented dancer but her mother is unable to pay the debts left by her deceased husband.

At night, Marie is magically transformed into a miniature version of herself, while all her toys and the nutcracker come to life.

After that Mary vanishes and returns to her house, and thinking all this was a dream, decides to marry the creditor.

[6] "Blending Alice in Wonderland and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe fantastical thrills with the classic story, this animated tale just feels awkward and stilted.