A private premiere of the pilot episode of Holiguards Saga — The Portal of Force took place in Berlin. The screening took place in the prestigious ASTOR Film Lounge Berlin cinema during the Berlin International Film Festival — one of the most influential film festivals in the world. It was amid global cinematic attention that Ukrainian producer Elvira Paterson presented the pilot of the franchise, which has already piqued the interest of investors and the press.
A Ukrainian trace in a global project
Holiguards Saga — The Portal of Force is positioned as the beginning of a large-scale franchise of independent production. The film is directed by Kevin Spacey, and it is his first directorial work in the last 20 years. The cast also includes world stars: Tyrese Gibson, Brianna Hildebrand, Disha Patani, Swen Temmel, Lado Okhotnikov, Harry Goodwins, etc.
According to industry representatives, Paterson played a key role in shaping this collaboration. Her company, Elledgy Media Group, supported the production and international promotion of the project, ensuring its entry into the global market.
The plot of the saga
The film’s events unfold in the near future, where a hidden confrontation between two orders continues: the Holiguards and the Statiguards. They fight for control of a powerful cosmic energy that can determine humanity’s fate.
At the center of the story is the heroine Jessica (played by Disha Patani), the daughter of the leaders of the warring parties. It is she who can become a symbol of reconciliation or the cause of the destruction of the balance of power.
From Cannes to Berlin: the international route of a Ukrainian producer
Elvira Paterson and Kevin Spacey’s appearances were previously accompanied by private screenings and gala dinners during the Cannes and Venice festivals, which were covered by leading Hollywood media outlets, including The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and Deadline. The Berlin release was another step towards strengthening the international presence of Ukrainian figures in the global film industry. After the screening in Germany, a series of private presentations in other countries is planned. The wide release dates will be announced later. Stay tuned!
