THE STORY

Are You Afraid of the Dark? is a kids anthology series created for Nickelodeon. A group of kids, members of the Midnight Society gather around a campfire every week and tell each other stories of a scary, ghostly or strange nature.

The Tale of the Stone Maiden - two young lovers Kevin and Julie have a quarrel in the park Kevin runs off into the woods. He drinks water from a cursed statue, The Stone Maiden, and it turnes him into stone. His disappearance baffles Julie and his parents. A strange unkept man who calls himself The Protector confronts her. He leads her to the stone Kevin. Together they seek out the creator of the Stone Maiden with the hope of delivering Kevin from his tomb. This is a story about love, hope and recyling.

THE CHARACTER

Henry - The Protector. This goofy, childlike man has dedicated himself to cleaning up the vast wooded park in which he lives. The 4 R's the recycler's mantra has become his way of life. A stock broker who one day just decided to opt out of society and turn to nature. Disheveled and grimy he is a sorry sight yet completely harmless. After witnessing Kevin's stony transformation and Julie's despondence he plucks up his courage and offers her his help. He is a very shy and lonely man who admires the loving bond between Julie and Kevin. This is why he chose to help. His sense of humor is very quirky indeed and he is certainly not above laughing at himself. Like a child he has rediscovered the essence of living in the moment.

COMMENTS

" Henry has been one of my favorite characters. He brought me joy and taught me more about simply enjoying the present moment. He has a huge heart bubbling with innocence and good will. I spent a few nights in a park near my place ... "

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