The Kata, the Iron Thorn Film Project, Novel, Video Game and Audiobook
Dear All:
Please forgive me for not responding to you earlier, and thank you for featuring me on your Top 10 Posts Blog. I would love to catch up.
A lot has happened since three years ago. I'm promoting Kata worldwide, and the response has been excellent.
I'm gleefully riding the "Bob Marley: One Love" movie coattails. Bob Marley is mentioned, and his songs are featured in the Kata story. The Marley movie has grossed $177 million worldwide, making it the ninth-highest-grossing film of 2024. Also, my father, Dr. Leonard E. Barrett, Sr., wrote the first international-selling classic book on "Rasta" called "The Rastafarians." It is to be mentioned and shown in the Kata story.
"Kata, the Iron Thorn" weaves supernatural, superhero, and spooky family fantasy elements, anchored by a profound emphasis on non-violence. The narrative seamlessly intertwines the contemporary world with the legendary Jamaican warrior, Kata, who once confronted pirates and ghosts (Duppies) in 1655 Jamaica.
In contrast to many superhero fantasy narratives, Kata doesn't romanticize the hero's weapon. On the other hand, Kata's story warns about the perils of weapons, even those wielded by superheroes, like Kata's mighty magic sword called "The Iron Thorn."
• The novel received a five-star reception upon its release in May 2021. https://www.amazon.com/Kata-Iron-Thorn-Terry-Barrett/dp/0578785595
• An engaging 30-second animated commercial by Excel Digital garnered widespread attention, serving as a visual representation of the tale's allure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk8-IHQrtvE
• A 12-minute presentation, aired on PHILLYCAM's Black Sci-Fi TV Show, delved into the intricate process of crafting the novel. https://youtu.be/C06bDlnw1rU
Moreover, the project boasts a diverse cast of characters that mirror the rich tapestry of our global society. Notable figures such as Idris Elba, Drake, Rihanna, Denzel Washington, Samuel L. Jackson, Bradley Cooper, Luke Evans, Timothy Irons, and Grace Jones have been envisioned for pivotal roles, enhancing the project's appeal on a global scale.
I invite you to explore the "Kata, the Iron Thorn" world through our website: www.katatheironthorn.com.
Warm regards,
Terry Lee Barrett
President, Producer, Screenwriter, and Novelist
