Cinderella’s life with her stepmother is no easy one, but she doesn’t lose heart, for she has a loyal friend named Severin. Though he is just a simple woodcutter, he dreams of becoming famous, but one day he finds a magical tree that turns him into a chipmunk. To break the spell, Cinderella must show courage and kindness, and also fulfil her dream of attending the royal ball, which her stepmother is trying to prevent.