We, at Highlander Studios, just produced a stunning piece of work unlike anything we've ever done before.
Set during the turbulent reign of Herod the Great, the story follows a brilliant, multi-talented court spy—steeped in secrecy and deception—who slowly begins to unravel as his loyalty is tested and his conscience awakened. It’s a sweeping narrative of palace politics, Roman rule, espionage, betrayal, and spiritual redemption—set against one of history’s most infamous backdrops.
We worked closely with the author to shape the script and storyboard, honoring the heart of the narrative while crafting a visual world that felt authentic and alive. Then Highlander’s CEO, RussellPyle, brought his award-winning talents in set and lighting design to the forefront, transforming the vision into immersive, cinematic reality. Using advanced tools like LTX, VEO 2, and VEO 3, he meticulously sculpted first-century Judean landscapes, choreographed action sequences, and breathed dimension into beloved book characters.
“Sometimes, taking creative risks can feel like jumping off the roof and building your wings on the way down,” Russell reflected. “But when you’re grounded in purpose and driven by story, the wings take shape faster than you think.”
The result is a visual tapestry that doesn’t just depict history—it invites the audience to walkthrough it.
To bring this 900-page novel to life, we leaned into cutting-edge AI tools to shape this 3-minute trailer. From character creation to battle scenes, ancient palaces to layered intrigues, we brought the world of first-century Judea to vivid life. Captivating and cinematic, our client is thrilled—and frankly, so are we!
