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Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart TV Pilot World Premiere Date Announced

Seventh Star Studios is proud to announce that the world premiere of Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart, will take place September 20th at the historic Kentucky Theatre in Lexington, Kentucky at 7pm!

Starring Brock O’Hurn and Sol Geirsdottir, Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart was shot on location in Kentucky in the summer of 2017. It features an original story line by writer/director Stephen Zimmer and Seventh Star Studios is looking to develop a full season of episodes.

Produced by Seventh Star Studios, in association with Frozen Creek Studios, Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart showcases a powerful cast that includes John Wells, Silvio Wolf Busch, Lyon Beckwith, Dale Miller, Katie Stewart, Bishop Stevens, Scott Nova, James Tackett, Erik Kyr, Nathan Day, Vincent Bingham, and many more great talents.

A limited number of screenings will be scheduled while a full series is developed with potential networks/channels.

Advance tickets for the September 20th premiere will go on sale soon.

To follow upcoming news about this project, please visit www.raydenvalkyrie.com

 

A Brief Update

We wanted to post an update, as it may seem that things have been quiet on our end, but they have been very busy!

Full focus is on finishing the CGI elements for Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart We have a small but dedicated team working on the project, as it is independently produced, but we are making progress and we are aiming to show everyone the results very soon. The folks at Frozen Creek Studios are working daily on the post production phase along with some other post-production talents.

Once finished, we will host a limited number of screenings right away, and all information regarding those will be posted here. We are dedicated to presenting it in the best light possible as our goal is to get a full season and a home with a great broadcast partner. Thank you all for your patience! It will be worth the wait!

First Teaser Trailer Now Live!

The first teaser trailer for Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart is now live! It gives a first glance at the look and style of this tv pilot and we hope everyone enjoys it. If you like the trailer, be sure to give the trailer a “like” on the YouTube page and share it with friends!

Production Wraps On Schedule, Post-Production Phase Begins!

Production on the Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart TV Pilot wrapped on schedule June 18th, 2017.  Post-Production has already begun and we are looking forward to showing the first teaser trailer and footage from the production in the very near future!

Sol Geirsdottir as Rayden Valkyrie (photo by Silvio Wolf Busch)
Brock O’Hurn as Ragnar Stormbringer (photo by Silvio Wolf Busch)

Seventh Star Studios Announces Brock O’Hurn for Role of Ragnar Stormbringer in Rayden Valkyrie TV Pilot!

Seventh Star Studios is proud to announce Brock O’Hurn as Ragnar Stormbringer in the TV Pilot Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart!

Brock will portray the legendary northern warrior Ragnar Stormbringer. Wielding a war axe known as “Raven Caller”, Ragnar has traveled many lands in the pursuit of adventure and riches. Having sent many great warriors to their deaths in battle, Ragnar knows few peers; until he meets the heroine Rayden Valkyrie. Joining with her in a mercenary group hired to hunt down a group of brigand slavers, Ragnar’s fearsome skills will be challenged like never before as he undertakes a journey that will be his most difficult yet.

The world Ragnar inhabits is featured in Stephen Zimmer’s sword and sorcery novel Heart of a Lion. The story in the TV pilot is not an adaptation of the novel, but rather an original storyline envisioned to be the foundation for a series of episodes filled with the adventures of Rayden’s war band.

“Brock is the perfect Ragnar Stormbringer,” Director/Screenwriter Stephen Zimmer said. “The Ragnar Stormbringer character requires an extraordinary presence and physicality, and Brock certainly has both. I am elated to have Brock with us on this adventure and look forward to seeing him thrive as Ragnar Stormbringer.”

Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart is scheduled for production late spring on locations in Kentucky and represents the first visual media project for Seventh Star Studios, a division of Seventh Star Press, a publisher of speculative fiction based out of Lexington, Kentucky.

About Brock: It’s hard not to command attention when you’re Brock O’Hurn. With his chiseled,muscular 6’7” frame and long flowing mane, Brock has the looks that would make even a Greek God envious. Perhaps a genetic lottery winner, Brock has decided it’s time to cash in his ticket. The 25-year old Southern Californian wasn’t always the epitome of manliness. By working out, Brock was able to set and achieve self-imposed goals, becoming increasingly passionate about the sport while transforming himself from lanky teen into the man he is now.

While he had transformed on the outside, Brock was still timid on the inside. By joining Instagram, he hoped to conquer his shyness and connect with new and old friends. What started as a few impromptu ‘selfies’ intended for his small number of followers, Brock soon found his photos being liked and shared by people he didn’t know. Photo by photo, Brock soon found himself becoming a notable social media figure.

At the then-peak of his popularity, Brock made a joke-video of him putting his hair into what is known as a ‘manbun’. This 6 second joke skyrocketed Brock to internet fame; the video was seen by over 3 million people within the week and is currently at over 10 million views and counting. The Brock buzz grew exponentially and he found himself being mentioned online in the same sentences as Brad Pitt and other major celebrities. Brock became a conversation piece online, on radio and television including mentions by Elvis Duran, Buzzfeed and The Daily Mail. He was instantly courted for public appearances and endorsements across the globe. Brock became a marketing force, influencing people and brands, working with among others Lokai, LG, Icelandic Glacial Water and many more. Brock O’Hurn, the longhaired muscle man that broke the Internet one iconic selfie at a time, is now ready for the next step in his career. Brock’s rigorous work ethic helped him become the fitness mentor he is today, and he is utilizing that same dedication to take himself to new levels of fame and success.

See Brock on screen in the hit TLC series from Tyler Perry, Too Close to Home.

To follow Brock online use the following links:
Instagram: @BrockOHurn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brockohurnofficial
YouTube: m.youtube.com/brockohurn

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Seventh Star Studios Announces Larry Alan Vires as Thorvald in Rayden Valkyrie TV Pilot!

Seventh Star Studios is proud to announce Larry Alan Vires as Thorvald in the TV Pilot Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart!

Larry will portray Thorvald, a young village boy who is swept up with a number of other captives by brigands intent on selling them into slavery.  When the legendary heroine Rayden Valkyrie’s band of mercenaries catches up with the brigands, a great tragedy strikes in Thorvald’s life that forces him to face far more than any young boy should ever have to.

The world Thorvald inhabits is featured in Stephen Zimmer’s sword and sorcery novel Heart of a Lion. The story in the TV pilot is not an adaptation of the novel, but rather an original storyline envisioned to be the foundation for a series of episodes filled with the adventures of Rayden’s war band.

“Larry Alan Vires may be the youngest member of our cast, but he has a real toughness about him that goes well beyond his years,” Director/Screenwriter Stephen Zimmer said. “Very athletic and disciplined, Larry has the elements needed to shine onscreen.  I am very excited to have this outstanding young fellow aboard with us!”

Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart is scheduled for production late spring on locations in Kentucky and represents the first visual media project for Seventh Star Studios, a division of Seventh Star Press, a publisher of speculative fiction based out of Lexington, Kentucky.

About Larry: Larry Alan Vires is an actor, athlete, and student at Tate’s Creek Middle School in Lexington Kentucky. Active in archery and lacrosse at his school, Larry enjoys the outdoors, including pursuits such as hunting and fishing. With a great interest in action and fantasy genre movies and books, Larry is looking forward to his television debut in Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart.

 

To follow the Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart TV pilot on Twitter and Facebook, use these links:
Twitter: @RaydenValkyrie
Facebook: www.facebook.com/raydenvalkyrie

 

Seventh Star Studios Announces Cory C. Warner as Cinematographer for Rayden Valkyrie TV Pilot!

Seventh Star Studios is proud to announce Cory C. Warner as the Cinematographer for the Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart TV Pilot!

Cory C. Warner 2017 Cinematography Reel from C. Warner on Vimeo.

About Cory C. Warner: Cory Warner is a Graduate in Cinematography from the American Film Institute (2014). Growing up in the mountains of West Virginia, the landscape and continual changing seasons helped shape Cory’s images to have a diverse and natural style. Cory is a fast, hardworking, and collaborative cinematographer with a strong eye for lighting, composition, and camera movement. His AFI Thesis Film “This Way Up” won a 2015 Student Academy Award. His work on numerous short films have played at Cannes, AFI Fest, Palm Springs and other prestigious film festivals.

Follow Cory online at the following link:
website: www.corywarner.com

Comments from Director/Screenwriter Stephen Zimmer: “Finding the right cinematographer is critical to a project. Ideally, you will find someone that is high-level in technical expertise, has a great understanding of the kind of project you are doing, has a can-do kind of work ethic, and has the kind of personality that meshes well with you. Cory has all of this and more. I’ve really enjoyed working with him so far on initial preparations for this project. To say I’m thrilled with Cory being aboard is an understatement. Really love this guy already!”

Seventh Star Studios Announces Silvio Wolf Busch as Sagaras in Rayden Valkyrie TV Pilot!

Seventh Star Studios is proud to announce Silvio Wolf Busch as Sagaras in the TV Pilot Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart!

Silvio will portray Sagaras, a warrior from the same tribal lands where the iconic heroine Rayden Valkyrie was raised. An adventurer, Sagaras’ quest to fight alongside the famed warrior lands him in her mercenary band, which embarks on a quest to hunt down a group of brigands who have taken a number of captives. His great fighting skills will be put to the test by far more than brigands on this journey.

The world Sagaras inhabits is featured in Stephen Zimmer’s sword and sorcery novel Heart of a Lion. The story in the TV pilot is not an adaptation of the novel, but rather an original storyline envisioned to be the foundation for a series of episodes filled with the adventures of Rayden’s war band.

“Silvio is everything you would want for a project in our genre,” Director/Screenwriter Stephen Zimmer said. “He is a student of history with a deep passion for the fantasy genre. Combined with his extensive combat training and other skills well-suited to fight sequences and stunts, he is a perfect fit for a warrior band. I’m extremely excited to have Silvo in our wonderful ensemble cast!”

Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart is scheduled for production late spring on locations in Kentucky and represents the first visual media project for Seventh Star Studios, a division of Seventh Star Press, a publisher of speculative fiction based out of Lexington, Kentucky.

About Silvio: Silvio Wolf Busch is a German-born multilingual actor who has been seen onscreen in numerous Hollywood films, independent features, and television shows. Silvio’s acting career began in theater in his native Germany, eventually progressing to his first film jobs as a stunt man and stunt coordinator in Hollywood.

Silvio has worked alongside and opposite many notable individuals, including Laura Dern, James Spader, Charlize Theron, Jon Voight, Jeff Daniels, Kiefer Sutherland, Danny Aiello, Eric Stoltz, Molly Ringwald, Bo Hoskins, and many more.

An equestrian, martial artist, expert swimmer, marksman, sailor and former naval officer with an extensive military background, Silvio is well-known for his ability to carry out his own stunts in his acting roles. A longtime student of history, Silvio has a thorough background in both medieval weapons and period fight choreography.

In addition to acting, Silvio is also an accomplished screenwriter, singer, and photographer. He currently resides in Lexington, Kentucky.

To follow Silvio online, use the following links:
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2316393/
Twitter: @ReiterWolf
Instagram: @fotowolfaesthetics

 

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Seventh Star Studios Announces Adi Gossman for Role of Gunnhild in Rayden Valkyrie TV Pilot!

Seventh Star Studios is proud to announce Adi Gossman as Gunnhild in the TV Pilot Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart!

Adi will portray Gunnhild, the young daughter of Astrid, who are both taken captive by a group of brigands intent on selling them into slavery. When a mercenary band led by the heroine Rayden Valkyrie catches up to the brigands, Gunnhild finds herself separated from her mother. A choice filled with danger looms before Gunnhild, and she will have to summon up courage far beyond her years.

The world Gunnhild inhabits is featured in Stephen Zimmer’s sword and sorcery novel Heart of a Lion. The story in the TV pilot is not an adaptation of the novel, but rather an original storyline envisioned to be the foundation for a series of episodes filled with the adventures of Rayden’s war band.

“Adi is one of the youngest members of our cast, but she exhibits a dedication toward acting that rivals those with lots of experience,” Director/Screenwriter Stephen Zimmer said. “Adi is going to match up very well with Megan O’ Mooney, who plays her mother Astrid in our project. She has a very bright future in the creative arts and we are very excited to have her aboard with us.”

Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart is scheduled for production late spring on locations in Kentucky and represents the first visual media project for Seventh Star Studios, a division of Seventh Star Press, a publisher of speculative fiction based out of Lexington, Kentucky.

About Adi: Adi is a high school student born and raised in Northern Kentucky. Adi discovered her love for the theatre at an early age and has been enthusiastically chasing her passion all throughout school, both directing and acting in several productions. She hopes to launch herself into more serious career opportunities and is extremely excited to be involved with the Rayden Valkyrie project. In her free time Adi enjoys listening to music and creating artwork, as well as more outdoors-y activities such as frisbee golf and kayaking. She’s quick-witted and enjoys anything which allows her to express herself in a creative way.

 

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