Screenwriter Christopher Kyle says, “The thing that distinguishes ‘The Tyrant’ from other thrillers is the dark complexity of its hero. Michael Tiranno can be brutal, but even at his most ruthless, he is always charismatic. The novel never tries to sugarcoat these contradictions.”

Christopher Kyle has worked on two versions of the screenplay that were adaptations of the two books, The Seven Sins and Black Scorpion.

Michael Tiranno, the Tyrant Knight, the mysterious Las Vegas casino mogul and eccentric billionaire, chosen keeper of a dark paranormal secret; a dangerous new bizarre breed of action antihero.

Moritz Borman says

“Of course, you have to find the right writer and director to develop the thing, but if you do it right, ‘Tyrant’ could be more than just one film. It could be a franchise.”

"Why Tyrant?

“The character is so unusual,” Borman said. “As someone who grew up in the Mafia he’s much darker than your normal hero.””

Note: Moritz Borman involvement was from 2008 – 2013

PUBLISHING

Where “The Tyrant” publishing franchise goes from here.

King Midas World Entertainment, Inc. reached agreement with Tor/Forge/McMillan for the publication in North America of the second “Tyrant” Novel. The Company is planning to coincide the publication with other releases of the brand, including potentially the first Film of the franchise currently in the active stages of development.

King Midas World Entertainment through its affiliates is licensing the literary property for publications around the world.

“Jon Land proves yet again that suspense has a new king. Here is a novel that turns ink and paper into pure adrenaline.”–James Rollins, New York Times bestselling author of The Judas Strain

“The Seven Sins offers a fresh take on a timeless tale of power and greed with rocket fuel for ink. The Godfatherreinvented for a new generation.”–Vince Flynn, New York Times bestselling author of Protect and Defend

“A high-energy, thrill-a-minute, epic saga that’s impossible to put down.”–Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author of Bad Luck and Trouble

“Revolutions, world finance, high-stakes gambling, global conspiracies, a secret from ancient history. The Seven Sinsis a trendsetter. You’ll be spellbound.”–David Morrell, New York Times bestselling author of Creepers

“A high-octane thriller! The character of Michael Tiranno is great!”–Sandra Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Play Dirty

“Rich, real, believable. Propels you along page by page at an unrelenting pace.”–Steve Berry, New York Timesbestselling author of The Alexandria Link

“Larger-than-life action scenes play out in a variety of locales in this exuberant crime thriller.”―Publishers Weekly

“Black Scorpion is fierce, ambitious.”―San Francisco Book Review

“A mesmerizing thriller that’s epic in scope” ―Providence Journal

“ Black Scorpion: The Tyrant Reborn is the second book featuring the character, Michael Tiranno, a myth-worthy hero created by Fabrizio Boccardi“―Huffington Post

Michael “The Tyrant” Tiranno is the ideal protagonist — hero, soldier, rebel, king. It’s sort of like you morphed Bruce Wayne and the Liam Neeson character from the Taken films, which would just scratch the surface of this dynamic protagonist. Thankfully, with both film treatments and a D.C. Comics graphic novel in the works, we will be seeing much more of Mr. Tiranno. BLACK SCORPION is perfectly capped off with a cliffhanger ending that will have readers champing at the bit for the next installment in the series. ― Book Reporter

“Sheer bravado storytelling that turns ink and paper into pure adrenaline.” —James Rollins, New York Times bestselling author of The 6th Extinction

Chuck Russell Signs On To Write And Direct ‘The Seven Sins’

The story revolves around a strong protagonist named Michael Tiranno who grew up on a farm in the Sicilian countryside and is given an ancient medallion by his dying father which sets him on an unexpected path. After his family is wiped about by his father’s enemies, Tiranno is driven to vigilantism. He eventually finds himself fighting his way to the top of the gaming world only to face those same enemies and a formidable villain. “They’ve come up with a fantastic villain,” said Russell. “It employs Shakespearian-level characters.”

Note: Chuck Russell was hired to write the screenplay and direct the film, ultimately the company has decided to actively pursue other directors.

Chuck Russell is no longer a part of the project.

ABOUT FABRIZIO BOCCARDI

Fabrizio Boccardi is an Italian American creator, investor, and producer. Boccardi is a media financier and creator of The Tyrant Knight, a new bizarre breed of action antihero property featured in Michael Tiranno, The Tyrant Knight promising franchise. In addition, he has invested and controls several ventures in technology, media, and Gaming in the United States and abroad.

Mr. Boccardi is the Chairman & CEO of King Midas World Ent. Inc. and creator of all its IP.

ABOUT King Midas World Entertainment

Based in Las Vegas, King Midas World Entertainment is focused on the development of its brands and proprietary franchises and their application in the movie & TV, gaming, publishing, casino, entertainment, interactive media, and hospitality industries.