CURRENT PROJECTS

IN DEVELOPMENT

MAKING MOVIES THAT ARE MEANINGFUL & MAGICAL

Once upon a time, movies were magical. And our hope is to create high-quality films that will, once again, return us to a special time and place where we felt transported and enchanted by the films we saw on the ‘silver screen’ and the powerful, timeless tales that touched our souls and sometimes even changed our lives forever. But even more importantly we want to create films that serve a higher purpose and that will help preserve the natural resources, wonders and amazing creatures that are threatened with extinction, and save them for our children and future generations to enjoy, before they, too, become the stuff of legend and fairytales.

Our aim is to create life affirming animated films that both educate and entertain. Our plan is to use our films to help children, families, the environment, and all endangered animals! Partial Proceeds from all of our productions will help a number of charities and will help us to establish the Eco Ark Scholarship Fund and the Eco Ark Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that will be created to support wildlife & environmental education, scholarship and other conservation and environmental organizations. We also plan to help support aspiring eco-artists and entertainers who are reconnecting people and are helping inspire protection and preservation of nature wildlife and their habits by and through their creation and creative works. Our hope is to inspire leadership and innovation, to nurture the imaginations and foster the leaders of the next generation, and encourage our youth to be better stewards of the planet today so as to protect endangered animals for tomorrow.

FINNEY THE STAR BREACHER

AN INSPIRATIONAL “TAIL” OF COSMIC PROPORTIONS

Finney the Star Breacher is the inspiring story about an orphaned bottlenosed dolphin who saves his imperiled pod from an ominous ‘Dark Wave’ threatening their once-idyllic world. Finney’s magical tale has universal appeal and blockbuster potential; capturing the imagination with mystical, star-breaching dolphins and adorable misfit sea creatures, while intertwining important messages about wildlife conservation and the sacredness of all life. Dolphins are beloved creatures, rich in myth and mystery, and this refreshing new story has a timeless, mythical quality; the tale of one small dolphin who believed he could touch the stars and change the world. Finney’s glorious adventure is full of drama, humor, romance, and fun…with surfer-tipping bully Badfins, the beautiful, precocious Finnessa, and Finney’s odd pod of sarcastic, misfit friends. Finney’s story is both global and grand; a mystical, magical, soul-stirring adventure full of fun and enchantment for the whole family; a heartwarming fantasy and action-packed odyssey about following your heart and believing in your dreams. Finney is a timeless story whose time has come; a New Age Flipper & Lion King of the Seas. Finney’s ‘tail’ story blends timeless, universal themes with lovable, kid-friendly characters into a glorious, mystical fairytale that will touch the hearts and inspire the dreams of young and old alike.

FINNEY & THE KEEPERS

OF THE CELESTIAL PEARL

An ANIMATED SHORT FILM ODYSSEY!

A 30 minute animated short film for TV/Streaming (Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Amazon) with tentative release World Ocean Day 2024 Format: Our short film to be integrated into a 1 hour TV/Cable Special for World Oceans Day 2022. This special will include documentary style/eco-educational vignettes, inspiring stories of heroes for the seas, special guest appearances and musical performances and an introduction to our new animated hero for the seas Finney! Worldwide premier of the animated short film would also debut across the country at select IMAX theaters, special venues and at zoos, aquariums, etc. Watch an exclusive preview of our upcoming animated adventure, Finney the Star Breacher then get splashed with stardust as Finney & Finnessa swim the cosmic seas in an all-new, spectacular 3D odyssey, Finney & the Keepers of the Celestial Pearl; a short film that will dazzle and delight audiences of all ages! This special film will debut in Spring 2024 in celebration of World Oceans Day on June 8, 2024. Our short film will be followed by an informative PSA about ocean and marine conservation! Sneak Peeks of our short film and trailers for our upcoming feature film, Finney the Star Breacher will debut this holiday season in theaters, on line and in select special venues; malls, museums, IMAX theaters and a zoo, aquarium or marine park near you! Let your imagination soar as we take you on a breathtaking tour through the wonders of the heavenly seas then plunge you back to Earth as we follow Finney, Finnessa and their friends as they travel together on a deep sea journey of adventure and discovery, exploring the endless wonders and fragile beauty of the world’s endangered oceans and reefs.

TUSKS OF HOPE

In the Brush of Despair, A Gleaming Light of Hope

Our second film *Tusks of Hope* will begin production right after we launch Finney! A Live Action/Animated Adventure by Belinda R. Baker

*A StarFlyer Studios Exclusive Production* Now in Development

Set in a quiet village of the African savanna, this powerful live action/animated adventure blends a timeless love story with an enchanting heartrending tale of struggle, loss, triumph and redemption as a sad, orphaned elephant calf named Ella Grace and her lonely human caretaker Sophia, the adopted daughter of an embattled game reserve keeper, find joy, hope and love once again as they search for sanctuary and a sacred mythical relic amidst the chaos and ruin of their war-torn worlds. Two orphans, one human, one elephant and a disillusioned son of a wealthy businessman form lasting bonds as they embark on a journey of mystery & intrigue to save an embattled game reserve and protect a struggling sanctuary for orphaned elephants. As the riveting story unfolds, the young sentinels will uncover a corrupt poaching ring and illegal big game hunters as they seek out the help of an elusive, legendary creature; the mythical Opalinda, a magical white elephant with gleaming crystal tusks whom the locals say is guardian of an enchanted oasis of untold natural riches and hidden priceless treasures.

MAGICAL TALES OF THE DOLPHIN

A World Oceans Day Special Presentation 

ROADKILL REBELLION

THEY’RE TAKING RODENT RAGE TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL

A hot-headed raccoon, an angry buck, and an army of fed-up rodents declare full-scale war on the humans and their ‘machines of mass animal destruction,’ seeking revenge to get the careless humans to stop running them over, polluting their food supplies, and plundering their homes. Though bent on revenge, the angry beasts’ tempers will be tamed when Pasha the possum and Boho the bear come up with a more humane solution. They believe all conflicts can be resolved by peaceful negotiation and that the best way to stop the out-of-control ‘car’nage is to have a peaceful pow-wow with the humans and win their hearts over. But as animals can’t speak human, they are faced with a communication problem. The exasperated rodents will consult with Oma, a wise and mystical old owl who explains that greed, disillusionment, and cynicism have made most grown-up humans blind, deaf, and dumb when it comes to animals; that they have lost touch with God and nature, and so no longer possess the ability to talk to the animals. Oma explains that the ability of the humans to commune with the creatures was lost long ago, as their minds closed and their hearts became hardened and they became more fixated on the accumulation of material things. And so their best hope lies in reaching the adults through their children. Pasha’s plan is to lead by example with random acts of kindness while attempting to change their own natural behaviors and wild ways hoping that by turning the other cheek, or tail, they will trigger the humans to do the same and act in more kind and compassionate ways. In this hilarious romp, man will have met his match and our roads will never be the same! While this film will have plenty of laughs, the story has a lot of heart as well and is sure to bring some tears with its touching and tender moments about the beauty and fragility of life and the sad and serious plight of our wildlife and the unfortunate numbers of animals that die tragically on our highways each and every year. The mission and hope of this film is that we can spark conversation about how to curb animal collisions and deaths on our highways as well as protecting wildlife and habitats in general before they disappear.

MRS. COTTONTAIL’S TALE

The Truth Behind the “Tail”

Peter Cottontail needs a bride and it’s a hare-y big deal!

An animated adventure about the magic of Easter, the power of faith and how true love is more than fur-deep. Mrs. Cottontail’s puts a modern day twist on a revered holiday fairy tale. CG Animated Feature film, 90 minutes if theatrical  (55 to 85 minutes if made for TV/cable) Format:  Easter holiday special with a modern twist & an environmental/conservation theme. Synopsis: Man’s neglect for the natural world and abuse of the environment and wildlife has led to a serious shortage of bunnies to help deliver Easter cheer. And so the most famous bachelor bunny of all, Peter Cottontail himself must find a bride in time to replenish the supply! The search is on! Peter Cottontail needs a wife and it’s a hare-y big deal!! A Beautiful New Furry Tail for Easter. An enchanting new holiday fantasy for the whole family!

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GLIMMER’S WINGS

90 minutes, Fantasy/Action Adventure

Format: CG Animation

Hearts will take flight and young imaginations will soar to new heights when this delightful, beautifully animated ‘flutter-tale’ takes wing and our first-look, sneak peek previews debut this spring!  Glimmer’s Wings is a whimsical CGI fantasy and an eco-educational modern day odyssey about an unusual monarch butterfly born with a most mysterious and magical set of supersized wings and a very important calling. 

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Glimmer’s Wings is a magical, modern day fairytale about the value of friendship, the power of love, the joy    of discovery, and how one indomitable spirit overcomes impossible odds and the forces of darkness to save her imperiled flock, rescue her embattled soulmate, and protect the future of her species. Young hearts will take wing and delight in the lush, visual eye-candy of this charming new CG animated fantasy; a classic ‘heroines’ journey where this time it is the princess who will save the day, and the handsome prince, with the strength of  her will, courage, and wit. 

Glimmer’s Wings is an enchanting story about an unusual monarch butterfly born with an opal white body and shimmering crystal like wings and her search for an ancient sacred chrysalis that contains the last few magical seeds needed to save her struggling species. Along her long and perilous journey from the fields of Ohio to the fir forest mountains of Mexico, Mona will meet and befriend an assortment of other wild winged wonders and bright flying beauties; from birds, bees and exotic moths and fireflies to a very special white peahen named Pearl.  Be prepared to be swept away by this enchanting new modern day love story and stunning visual masterpiece unlike any other independent animated film ever put to screen… an uplifting theatrical treasure sure to be cherished by children, teens and the dreamer in everybody.  

Why this Film?  

A marvel of nature, the monarch butterfly represents all that is mysterious, wondrous and beautiful in nature and the transformative powers and mysteries of the Unseen.  For centuries, the monarch’s amazing transformation and incredible life journey has been studied and revered. This most special, delicate creature also happens to be a symbol of hope, healing and of spiritual rebirth. Indeed, the monarch is a miraculous creature; rich in myth and mystery but the monarch butterfly, like the honey bees and so many other pollinators, is in grave danger and a dire crisis and without immediate intervention its days on Earth may be numbered. And this is where our philanthropic film steps, er flies, in to the rescue! Our hope is that through this special project, we will be able to raise money and awareness to help stop this troubling catastrophic decline in the monarch population. We will do this through an enchanting animated fairytale and series of gorgeously illustrated eco-educational books, sequel films, interactive games, toys and apps and providing part of our profits to organizations on the forefront in the fight to save the monarchs and other important pollinator species!  

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Glimmer’s Wings is a modern day fantasy about the value of friendship, the importance of faith, the power of love and the joy of discovery and how one indomitable spirit overcomes impossible odds and an array of obstacles to vanquish the forces of darkness, greed and evil threatening to destroy an entire species if not the whole world.

Glimmer’s Wings © Belinda R. Baker 2011-2023

OTHER PROJECTS

Films

• Finney the Star Breacher (feature film)
• Finney & the Keepers of the Celestial Pearl
• Roadkill Rebellion
• Tusks of Hope (Live Action/Animated hybrid)
• Glimmer’s Wings
• Mrs. Cotton’s Tail
• My Magical Moccasins
• Cinder Fella
• April Snow
• When the Waters Call

Fun-Sized Films

• Tiara the Last Tigress
• Willow the Warrior; The Last Wild Wolf
• The Story of Shiva; The Last Blue Whale
• Kayla the Koala & Kiley the Kangaroo
• Gorgeous the Mountain Gorilla

Documentaries & Specials

• Enlightened: Keeping the Faith in a Secular Age
• Dysconnected: Coming Unplugged in a Tech Stressed Age
• A Twist in Time: The Story of Gymnastics
• The Magical Tails of the Dolphin

Television

• Crazy Critter Contests
• Bucket List Genie
• Dare Dreamers
• Drab to Fab: Midlife Miracle Make Overs
• Furry Jobs
• The Chrysalis
• Training Tails
• WPLSTY in Cincinnati
• Kentucky Hiltbillies
• Made by U.S.
• Extreme Green
• Polar Opposition
• Iglood
• Recycle Me
• Unbreak My Heart
• The Age-O-Naughts