My Journey to El Dorado (aka Hollywood)
From mythic tales to Hollywood dreams, join Ess-Jee Rautenbach’s cinematic journey
From A Vision to Hollywood
I am Ess‑Jee Rautenbach — visionary author, filmmaker, and founder of Fearless Wolf Life Coaching. My journey began with the Avatars of Destiny book trilogy, praised for its immersive world‑building and mythic resonance. Today, that vision is evolving into a cinematic saga, traveling through festivals worldwide on the road to Hollywood.
Be part of the saga.
The Avatars of Destiny journey is more than a film — it’s a mythic odyssey from Cape Town to Hollywood.
Every festival submission, every award, and every step forward is fueled by vision and support.
By donating or investing, you help carry this story to audiences worldwide.
How You Can Contribute
Donate: Help cover festival submissions, travel, and promotion.
Invest: Partner in the production journey with opportunities for recognition and returns.
Sponsor: Align your brand with an award‑winning project that blends creativity, innovation, and transformation.
Benefits for Supporters
Visibility: Your name or brand featured on the Supporters Wall of the project page.
Recognition: Mention in festival press kits and social media campaigns.
Access: Early updates, behind‑the‑scenes insights, and exclusive previews.
Legacy: Be part of building a saga that aims to stand alongside The Lord of the Rings, Dune, and Star Wars.
From Book to Film
The Birth of Avatars of Destiny
Trilogy: The Quest for Reality’s Edge, Nexus, Reckoning.
Praised by Readers’ Favorite and Readers Views: “powerfully visual and immersive images” with “a satisfying mythological climax.”
Selected for Legendary Fest and NEM Media Film Festival, confirming its cinematic potential.
The Progress
Progress shaping my journey to Hollywood.
Book Trilogy
Avatars of Destiny trilogy, immersive and mythic.
Film Saga Pilot
Avatars of Destiny Awakening
Festivals
Submissions on Film Freeway
Vision
From fearless wolf to Hollywood dreams.
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The Film Adaptation
Awakening on Screen
Pilot synopsis: A 1933 UFO crash leads to hidden technologies. Decades later, a teenager discovers her grandfather’s book and joins WWT Tech, uncovering portals to Elyria — a parallel realm of magic and technology.
Characters: Kael (star‑attuned mage), Elara (elf‑cyborg), Thorne (wolf‑warrior), Zara (alchemist).
Vision: A high‑end streaming series or feature saga, blending fantasy and sci‑fi for a new generation.
Festival Journey
The Road of Festivals My film Avatars of Destiny: Awakening has been submitted to and recognized by festivals across the globe:
Oscar‑Qualifying Festivals: Uppsala Short Film Festival, Raindance Film Festival, Vienna Shorts, Durban International Film Festival, Rio Curta Cinema, IN THE PALACE, Curtas Vila do Conde, FilmQuest.
Exposure & Networking Festivals: Kosice International Film Festival, NewFilmmakers Los Angeles, Fantasia International Film Festival, Manchester Lift‑Off, Beirut Shorts, Anatolia International Film Festival, Afrika Filmfestival.
Wins & Mentions:
Travancore International Film Awards – Award Winner
Accolade Global Film Competition – Award Winner
New York International Film Awards – Finalist
Los Angeles Film Awards – Semi‑Finalist
Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival – Honorable Mention
Sweden Film Awards – Finalist
The Rewards & Recognition
Milestones Achieved
Multiple awards across continents (India, USA, Europe).
Recognition at prestigious festivals (Raindance, Uppsala, Durban).
Industry attention through selections at Legendary Fest and NEM Media Film Festival.
Reviews highlighting immersive visuals, mythic depth, and cinematic readiness.
The Road to Hollywood
El Dorado Awaits This journey is more than laurels — it’s about carrying mythic storytelling to a global audience. Hollywood represents the next step: scaling Avatars of Destiny into a saga that can stand alongside The Lord of the Rings, Dune, and Star Wars.
📩 Connect
Walk With the Wolf
FilmFreeway Profile: Ess‑Jee Rautenbach
Project Page: Avatars of Destiny: Awakening
Contact: essjeestand@gmail.com