Concept Trailer of Secrets of the Warrior
Designed by: Brittani Starr of Zarlequan.com
Secrets of the Warrior
Movie adaptation of the book Acceptance: The Beginning.
In a world of secrets and ancient powers, a resilient young woman with a hidden warrior past must discover her mystical gifts to escape a relentless enemy, triggering an age-old conflict.
WHY US?
The theme of the movie is to engage action lovers with slight martial arts and fake swords, embody LGBTQ+ representation, experience fantasy fiction with a small amount of elemental abilities, and connect to many generations with the dialogue. “Secrets of The Warrior” is based off the book “Acceptance: The Beginning” which has sold worldwide (India, UK, France, Germany, Canada, US) to a staggering large range of demographics, 20’s to 70’s, men and women.
Most importantly, this is a story of perseverance. At the core of the story, is a fight for individualism, survival, and community. Frankly, there's never a shortage of need in the world for this. “Secrets of The Warrior” is the first movie in a multi movie franchise that will involve The Tree of Life, Mythology, and continued LGBTQ+ representation. This isn’t just a commitment of one film, it’s my commitment to every film after.
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WHY NOW?
The world is never short on opinions, struggles, or negativity.
What I noticed through my collaborative podcast interviews, living and traveling around the United States is this: there’s an absent of knowledge how to handle the hard emotions.
Not everyone has the same opportunities or resources available to help themselves, which is leading to a continued culture of dissociating to emotional and mentally survive. The world is losing its humanity. “Secrets of The Warrior” and the movies after, shares in the deep struggles that people live day to day in a blunt deliberate dialogue that becomes relatable and helpful to all that watch.
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Five Film "Warrior" Saga
Secrets of the Warrior
Awakening of the Warrior Part 1
Awakening of the Warrior Part 2
Warrior of Reckoning
Legacy of the Warrior
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Get ready for an extraordinary journey as award-winning author Rebecca Heidt, Zarlequan Studios, and Hexagon Films bring you an electrifying adaptation of the gripping novel –’Secrets of the Warrior’. In 2003 within a modern city, the tranquil life of the ruling nymph family—Lucas, Rose, and their daughter Selena—is shattered by a betrayal from their friend Kieran. Lucas and Rose sacrifice themselves, allowing Selena and her guardian Liam to escape. Fast forward to 2024, Selena, now an adult, conceals her mystical heritage and trains as a covert guardian of the tree of life under Liam's guardianship. Despite her efforts, Selena's courage attracts attention, particularly from Dima and Ryder, an enforcer working for Kieran. As Selena navigates a world of danger and secrets, she forms bonds with a female named Skylar falling in love, while facing threats from all sides. She must decide whether to embrace unlocking her heritage or pursue a normal life. Set in Seattle, the story blurs the lines between myth and reality as Selena confronts her fears and seeks her place in history. A family betrayal and her being hunted fighting for her life.
Secrets of the Warrior– a tale of mystery, strength, and the journey to self-discovery that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Coming Soon
Short films
The Last Check In
Genre: Thriller/Drama
Time: 15-20 mins
Demographic: 20 – 35 year olds
Theme: LGBTQ+, Psychological Thriller
Filming: NYC,NY USA
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Log Line: In a gritty 1990s city, a restless young bi-sexual woman confined to her family's hotel turns her captivity into a playground for desire—until guests start vanishing. As suspicion closes in, she must manipulate the truth to survive, but the real danger may lie within herself.
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Synopsis:
Set in a gritty 1990s cityscape, this psychological thriller follows Celeste, a restless young bi-sexual woman in her early 20s. Confined to her family's popular hotel by a mysterious medical condition, Celeste lives vicariously through the parade of guests passing through. The hotel becomes her secret playground, a place where she can explore her desires with little consequence—until guests begin to disappear. One of her conquests notices and Celeste must walk a dangerous line between concealing the truth and manipulating those around her, as the walls of her carefully curated facade begin to close in.
Living For Her
VGenre: Romance/Drama
Time: 15-20 mins
Demographic: 20 – 35 year olds
Theme: LGBTQ+, Perseverance
Filming: Philadelphia, PA USA
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Log Line: Kassidy and Emily are soulmates bound by time but separated by fate. In every era, their love ignites and fades—how many lifetimes will Kassidy endure to finally hold onto her forever?
Synopsis:
In the shadowy woods of early American settlements, Kassidy meets Emily—a chance encounter that sparks a love as wild as the untamed land. Their secret bond grows in nature, a sanctuary where time stands still. But in an era fraught with peril, time betrays them, and Kassidy discovers Emily has perished waiting for her.
Grief-stricken yet determined, Kassidy’s heartbreak forges an unyielding bond between their souls, setting them on a journey across lifetimes to find each other again. In every era, they defy the odds, but fate remains a cruel adversary. How many lives will Kassidy endure to rewrite their story—and will this lifetime finally grant them the forever they deserve?
This is a tale of love transcending time, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of what it means to truly belong to another soul.