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Hope for 2016: Why I’m Not Giving Up on Rumple’s Redemption

28/12/2015

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Hope for 2016: Why I’m Not Giving Up on Rumple’s Redemption

by Marie Contrarie (@MarieContrarie)

​Once Upon A Time audience members were stunned and are still reeling from what appeared to be an abrupt turnabout and self-sabotage of character development for Rumplestiltskin in the Winter Finale. But all is not lost! The fact is, we don’t know what kind of Dark One Rumple will be. Now that Rumple holds the power of all Dark Ones he may not have those evil, suggestive voices in his head. Now that he has proven himself a hero, he may be a very different Dark One–he may be the person of legend that Merlin spoke of who can harness the Darkness and channel it towards good. 
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I’ve seen several discussions about where Rumple and Rumbelle’s storylines are going. Some are feeling like the show is falling back on the same old tropes and that this is a repeat of 4A, some have given up on Rumbelle, some are growing slowly apathetic, and some, like me, still have hope. I’m not here to tell anyone how to feel, but I would like to see this fandom heading into 2016 with a hopeful spirit. With that in mind, here are several reasons that I’m not giving up on Rumplestiltskin’s redemption.

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Season 5B - "Look Who's Back" Promo

27/12/2015

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Tiny Town, Ton of Heart: What I Love About Steveston

22/12/2015

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Tiny Town, Ton of Heart: What I Love About Steveston
by Veronica Lynn (@LadyVSays)

Steveston may be a quiet village in Richmond, BC, but ever since the mega fairytale-inspired hit series Once Upon a Time began filming there in 2011 no day in Steveston has been exactly like the day before. The world has finally learned what the tight-knit yet hospitable-to-tourists community of Steveston has always known: Steveston is an enchanting place. To the thousands of Oncers in North America and around the world, Steveston IS the whimsical town of Storybrooke and so to every Oncer Storybrooke is the place to be.

I recently made my first pilgrimage to Steveston and was immediately charmed. ​
The taxi I had taken from the Vancouver Ferry port dropped me off in Steveston close to the intersection of Moncton Street and Third Street. Moncton Street is where the majority of the exterior shots of the town of Storybrooke are filmed. The pier, which houses Hook’s ship and the park that contains Henry’s castle, are both within walking distance from Moncton Street. ​
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Grown-Up Dorothy Cast for 5b

21/12/2015

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             TV Line reports that Teri Reeves 
             has been cast as the adult version of 
             Dorothy.

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Once Upon a Tattoo- What Oncers' Body Art Means To Them

20/12/2015

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Once Upon a Tattoo-What Oncers' Body Art Means to Them
By Amy Hood- @AmyLia403 & Ashley Benson-@MitigatedText

     The practice of tattooing meaningful and beautiful art on one's body is an ancient one. As with modern tattoos, the permanent marking on the body is most often a symbol, a talisman, or a reminder of something that touched the heart so profoundly it had to be expressed. A tattoo is a commitment, a permanent symbol and we were curious to discover what inspired some of the Once Upon a Time fans to show their love in such a way. A few of us on the Once Upon a Fan staff have ONCE tattoos of our own, so as we  share our stories and the meaning of our art here together, we have seen a common theme. It is not about actors, or ships. It is about love, hope, and an overwhelming gratitude for the show that happens to be the binding glue for this Once Upon a Family that so many of us have found. We will share our body art, then show you some amazing pieces that were sent to us. 
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 Amy- This piece is mine and it is a work in progress. I searched through tons of local artists before I found one with a similar love of Disney and a beautiful style that matched what I wanted. I talked with her a great deal before deciding. By the time I made the decision, I knew she was the perfect person. Keylan Ballentine (@keylan101 on twitter) worked with me every step of the way with design ideas, placement, and colors. I needed something that I could build on. I didn't want just a tag that had the show's name, I needed something personal. Something that spoke to me about the most important things, the people I have met and the friends in this fan community who have become my Once Upon A Family.
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     Of course there HAD to be an apple (Shout out to the #EvilRegals) and a clock that read 8:15. The book was very important to me too. Long after this show ends, this will be a reminder of the amazing people and magic souls who came into my life because of this show. To me, this represents a time capsule to a part of my life when I got to be blessed by knowing so many creative people. As time allows, this tattoo will eventually get a Mad Hatter's hat, Swan wings, a dagger, a spinning wheel, the rose & bell jar, Cheshire's tail, and the names of my children written in the book, as they have gone on this wonderful, crazy  journey with me.

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OUAT Rock Opera Screening in St. Louis

16/12/2015

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Tomorrow night there will be a screening of #OUAT Rock Opera by @OUATspoof. OUAF's Chief Reporter Ashley Benson will be leading the Q & A.
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My First Convention by Francesca Benevento

6/12/2015

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My First Convention
by Francesca Benevento (@ZiaFranny)
When I found out that Heroes and Villains Fan Fest was in San Jose, California, I immediately contacted Once Upon A Fan and Teresa Martin, Editor–In-Chief, assigned me to represent them. I was definitely excited to go since Lana Parrilla was going to be there.

As I walked up the steps to the convention I felt like I was a kid again. I think the difference between children and adults is that we simply grow taller, and at a time like this I did feel a bit awkward and out of my element. This was my very first convention and, not knowing what to expect, I just thought I would wing it.

This whole entire year has been an experience of firsts: my first twitter and instagram account. Trying to navigate through social media and being part of a fandom was another first. This is not like the days when I grew up when if you liked a celebrity, you wrote a fan letter, mailed it and waited for days in anticipation of something. Maybe a signed photo, anything that acknowledged your letter was received. Now in the present day, you are able to buy a ticket for admission to any of these conventions and for a smaller price stand in line, get an autograph and meet your favorite celebrity. For a much larger fee you can get your photo taken with them.

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5x11 Swan Song - Sneak Peeks 

6/12/2015

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Ginnifer Goodwin to Narrate "Behind the Magic: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs"

5/12/2015

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An All-New Special and Unprecedented Look at Walt Disney’s Journey to Create the Historic First Full-Length Animated Feature Film, Airing Sunday, December 13 at 8 pm on ABC

Narrated by Ginnifer Goodwin (Actress, ABC’s “Once Upon a Time,” Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia”) and Featuring John Lasseter (Chief Creative Officer, Walt Disney & Pixar Animation Studios), Disney Legend/Songwriter Richard Sherman (Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book), and Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck (Directors, Frozen)

In 1934, the up-and-coming filmmaker Walt Disney decided to take a big creative, financial and personal risk: he put his small animation studio – until now dedicated to turning out comedy shorts – to work adapting a fairy tale into a full-color, full-length animated feature film. 

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Promotional Photos "Swan Song"

3/12/2015

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ABC Press Release for "Swan Song"

3/12/2015

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"Swan Song"

​ The dark siege of Storybrooke is underway as all of the resurrected Dark Ones target a living soul for sacrifice so that they can return to the realm of the living. With doom imminent, Gold advises Mary Margaret, David and the rest of the heroes to spend their last fleeting moments enjoying the company of their loved ones. Emma, however, refuses to give up, knowing that she is responsible for righting all the poor choices she made as Dark One - there's only one problem, Dark Hook. When they face-off with the fate of Storybrooke at stake, Hook's actions will devastate Emma in a way no one saw coming. In a Fairy Tale Land flashback, the Evil Queen tests Hook's mettle by forcing him to confront a demon from his past before contracting him to dispatch one from hers, on the winter finale of "Once Upon a Time," SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 (8:00-9:00 p.m., EST) on the 
ABC Television Network.

"Once Upon a Time" stars Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White/Mary Margaret, Jennifer Morrison as Emma Swan, Lana Parrilla as the Evil Queen/Regina, Josh Dallas as Prince Charming/David, Emilie de Ravin as Belle, Colin O'Donoghue as Hook, Jared S. Gilmore as Henry Mills, Sean Maguire as Robin Hood, Rebecca Mader as the Wicked Witch/Zelena and Robert Carlyle as Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold.

Guest stars include Lee Arenberg as Leroy/Grumpy, Adam Croasdell as Brennan, Oliver Bell as Young Killian, Caroline Ford as Nimue, Eric Keenleyside as Maurice, Scott Hylands as Captain, David-Paul Grove as Doc, Gabe Khouth as Sneezy, Faustino Di Bauda as Sleepy, Michael Coleman as Happy, Mig Macario as Bashful, Sebastian West as Boy and Andre Tricoteux as Massive Brawler.

"Swan Song" was written by Edward Kitsis & Adam Horowitz and directed by Gwyneth Horder-Payton.
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I'm Crazy Proud of Rumple

1/12/2015

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I'm Crazy Proud of Rumple
by Marie Contrarie (@MarieContrarie)

I’m dismissing the Rumbelle drama for a moment to talk about how amazing Rumple’s character development has been. 

Please note: This is not a Belle-bashing post. This is a Rumple positivity post. If you have something to say against Belle, please do so elsewhere.
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1. Rumple shattered the chipped cup to free himself from Merida and to warn Belle that she was in danger.
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2. Rumple spoke to Belle in the library with total honesty about his fears, his failings, his wrongdoings. And he apologized.
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5x11 Swan Song - Winter Finale Promo

1/12/2015

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