MARCUS DRAKE: This is where it begins

Описание: MARCUS DRAKE is a cinematic action prelude set in the elevated heights of Hollywood by NEO RISE STUDIO.

MARCUS DRAKE is a stylized cinematic action prelude set in the silent heights above Hollywood — an exploration of tension, control, and restrained power.

The film opens in suspended calm.

Marcus stands beside an elevated infinity pool overlooking the city. The architecture is minimal, sculptural, almost meditative. A suppressed gunshot suddenly fractures the stillness — a bullet slicing through air and water within inches of him. Serenity collapses into precision.

Without visible panic, Marcus activates a concealed security protocol.

Within moments, a protection unit enters — two tactical operatives advancing with disciplined coordination, red laser sights cutting through glass, concrete, and shadow. The geometry of the space becomes charged with tension.

Then, as swiftly as it escalated, the threat dissolves.

Silence returns.
The lasers fade.
The architecture regains its stillness.

Yet the air remains subtly altered.

Aware that tension never fully disappears — only retreats — Marcus chooses movement over stagnation. He exits the property in a powerful high-performance sports car, sculpted in carbon fiber and light. The vehicle is not presented as a commercial object, but as an extension of state of mind — controlled force in motion.

He drives through the winding elevations above the city, not in escape, but in recalibration. Vigilant. Focused. Conscious that calm is temporary.

Artificial intelligence was integrated as a creative production tool throughout the visual development process, supporting environment generation, lighting refinement, and cinematic atmosphere. However, the project is fundamentally driven by artistic direction, narrative control, and aesthetic intention.

The film was created independently and without commercial brand partnership or product placement agreements. Its presentation within this competition includes the event watermark and complies with the organizer’s terms, including potential promotional usage and monetary awards associated with the contest framework.

MARCUS DRAKE serves as an initial cinematic proof of concept — the first movement of a broader creative universe currently in development.

The project was produced by NEO RISE STUDIO, recently founded by the artist NEO RISE, who began his professional artistic journey in October 2025. The studio develops cinematic works, original musical compositions, and music videos, merging strong artistic direction with next-generation production tools.

Duration: 2 min 52
Format: Action Prelude / Proof of Concept

This project explores atmosphere, architectural tension, and restrained action through strong artistic direction and AI-assisted visual production tools.

Official submission to the Higgsfield AI Action Competition.
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All original music and original audiovisual production rights are fully owned and controlled by NEO RISE.

Produced by NEO RISE STUDIO
Founded by NEO RISE (October 2025)

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