In a vibrant and bustling city at the dawn of the 20th century, a group of young dreamers finds themselves entangled in a web of conspiracies and greed. The story revolves around Eddie, a skilled toy mechanic who longs to create his own factory of "string puppets," those marionettes that so captivate the children in his neighborhood. However, Eddie's dream will not be easy to achieve, as he crosses paths with a powerful toy magnate, Mr. Hawthorne, who is determined to crush any initiative that threatens his empire.
As Eddie and his friends, a diverse group of artists and dreamers, try to stay afloat and secure the funds for their project, they uncover a dark mystery surrounding the disappearance of several children in the city. Determined to uncover the truth, they embark on a thrilling adventure that leads them from colorful markets to the shadowy alleys of the city, facing criminals and corrupt individuals along the way.
As the tension mounts, friendship and loyalty are put to the test, and Eddie must decide whether it is worth risking everything for his dreams. This journey becomes a powerful reminder of the struggle between hope and despair in a society that seems to have forgotten its most vulnerable. With unexpected twists and poignant moments, the story shows us that sometimes, the most fragile threads are the ones that hold together those we love.