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Lord of the Rings producer working on new fantasy film Wars of the Drakons

A producer famous for the Lord of the Rings trilogy is returning to filmmaking to work on a new fantasy project titled Wars of the Drakons. Set in the fictional land of Aerion, the film follows a warrior protecting a princess who is destined to overthrow her father, with plans for the story to launch a new franchise.

A producer known for the Lord of the Rings trilogy is returning to the film industry after a decade-long hiatus to work on a new project titled Wars of the Drakons. The upcoming fantasy film is set in the fictional world of Aerion, where warring kingdoms utilize supernatural creatures called Drakons to gain an advantage on the battlefield. The plot follows a warrior tasked with protecting a king's daughter, who has been prophesied to eventually bring an end to her father's rule.

According to reports from Deadline, the project is intended to serve as the launchpad for an entirely new film franchise. Screenwriter Carla Romero is penning the script and also taking on production duties alongside the experienced producer. While the creative team is being established, no information regarding the official cast has been released to the public yet. This film marks a significant professional milestone for the producer, whose storied career includes major works such as The Matrix and Face/Off.

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