The Opus

The Opus is a personal development movie in a similar vein to The Secret. The Opus takes us further into the science of success and achievement. The film features many of the cast returning from The Secret plus many other new faces.

The film was created by first time filmmaker and achievement expert 36 year old Douglas Vermeeren. When asked about the objectives of the film he stated: "The Opus is about creating your life’s legacy and becoming the greatest YOU that you can possibly become."

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The Cast

Jack Canfield – Best known as the co-creator of the publishing phenomenon Chicken Soup For the Soul. Jack was also a featured teacher in The Secret. Jack has written many succeful books including the highly acclaimed book The Success Principles. Jack has also been awarded the Crystal Apple an award given to Oprah’s favorite guests.

Joe Vitale – Joe has inspired the lives of many with his many books and empowering keynote addresses. Joe was a featured teacher in The Secret. Some of his most powerful books include The Attractor Factor and the Key.

Mark Victor Hansen – Mark is the co-creator of The chicken Soup for The Soul empire. A world renowned speaker and author Mark has created co-written many wonderful best selling books and CD programs. Among some of the most recognized are The One-Minute Millionaire, the Power of Focus and The Aladdin Factor. Mark is also the founder of the Mega-inner circle.

Marci Shimoff - Macri has co-authored several of the Chicken Soup for The Soul, but she is best known for her inspiring and epic book “Happy for No Reason.” As one of the most sought after female speakers in the world she inspires and lifts audiences with her incredible message.

Morris Goodman – There is a good reason why Morris is known as the Miracle Man through out the world. Morris was involved in a critical plane crash that should have left him dead. Instead it left him paralyzed and broken. Nearly every system in his body has ceased to function. The doctors predicted the worst. Morris has different ideas. With his goal to fully recover in less than six month Morris walked on his own two feet out of the hospital. It was truly a miracle. Morris has written several books and programs and a film has been made about his incredible story. Morris was also featured in The Secret.

Bob Doyle – Bob is an expert on the Law of Attraction and was featured teacher in The Secret. With his keen understanding of the law of attraction and his incredible entrepreneurial spirit Bob created one of the most successful wealth building programs in the world. His program called Wealth Beyond Reason gives people the tools to create an abundant life and the freedom to pursue their dreams to the fullest.

John Demartini – Author and Philosopher John has written more than 250 significant books on health, relationships, wealth and kind insight into spirituality, gratitude and human development. John was a featured teacher in The Secret and is one of the most sought after speakers in the world. He speaks more than 300 times a year.

Douglas Vermeeren – Doug is the writer and creator of The Opus. Over the last decade he has interviewed more than 400 of the world’s top achievers. Armed with their secrets to success Doug has become known as North America’s Achievement expert. Doug has multiple books and hundreds of articles sharing keen and powerful insights for creating success. He also hosts a national TV show called Success Factor where the interviews with the Top Achiever’s continue each week.

Frank Maguire – Frank Maguire has led an amazing life. He was former programming director of ABC radio. He served as a consulting to John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. He was also VP of marketing for KFC. Frank was one of the co-founders of Federal Express. Is there anything this incredible man has not done? He has truly shaped the corporate culture of the world in an incredible way.

Bill Farley – Business Titan Bill Farley is a proven leader with an incredible track record. Winning the Horatio Alger award for entrepreneurial excellence. Bill has been at the helm of such companies as Fruit of the loom, BVD, Luchesse and Gitano. At one time Bill also owned the Chicago White Sox baseball team.

Bill Bartmann – From welfare to Billionaire, very few can comprehend the incredible journey of Bill Bartmann. His journey was so extraordinary that Harvard University used Bill’s life as a case study for their Business courses. He created financial instruments still being used on Wall Street today. Bill has been inducted into the entrepreneur hall of fame and included on the Forbes 400 list.

Willie Jolley – Willie was named one of the 5 most outstanding speakers in the world by Toastmasters international. Willie is the author of two best-selling books, “It Only Takes a Minute to Change Your Life!” and “A Setback Is A Setup For A Comeback.” As a singer he is the most downloaded motivational singer on Apple –itunes. He also hosts a radio program on XM radio and several other syndicated markets. Willie also writes several syndicated Newspaper columns. He is absolutely incredible and inspirational in everything he does.

Luann Mitchell – Canada’s Number one female entrepreneur has led a life of inspiration. She went from a pregnant teenage runaway to top CEO. She is the author of the best-selling book “Paper doll.”She currently hosts the radio show “Millionaire Mentor” on Voice America Radio. As a speaker she is full of energy and life. Her listeners connect instantly with her humor and charm.

Sue Morter – Called by many “Today’s messenger with Tomorrow’s message.” she is an expert in Quantum Physics, Bio-energetics and evolving human consciousness. One of the most dynamic and inspiring speakers in the world Sue Morter knows how to create incredible transformations in the lives of her audience.

Debbie Allen – one of the world’s leading expert speakers on sales, business, marketing and effective promotion. Debbie is an international speaker and travels the globe daily. She is very sought after for her practical and inspiring presentations that are taking businesses everywhere to greater success.

Ed Tate – Ed is a master storyteller and motivational speaker. In 2000, he won the world championship of public speaking, beating out more than 175,000 other contestants. Ed has co-authored and contributed to several important books on sales, public speaking and motivation.

Joe Rubino – Joe rubino is known as the self esteem expert and is the CEO of the center for personal reinvention. He is the author of more than 11 best selling books and has been translated into multiple languages worldwide. His programs and work has impacted more than 1 million people worldwide.

Peggy O’Neill – At 3 feet 8 inches you may not expect it, but Peggy is larger than life and one of the most powerful personal empowerment speakers in the world. Her message of overcoming trial and adversity is second to none. She is the author of two books including an award winning book for children.

Jon Biel – Jon is making an incredible difference in the lives of people everywhere. his organization Make the Difference Network helps non-profit and charitable organizations achieve their dreams and solve many problems afflicting society. Jon has created the future of Philanthropy and made it more accessible for everyone to make a difference.

Elisabeth Fayt – Executive assistant to billionaires turned Law of Attraction coach, Elisabeth knows how to integrate the law of attraction into real life application for success. She has written a book that describes how to “pre-pave” your way to success and how to create excellent results in your life now.

Tami Walsh – Tami is the founder of teen wisdom and the original teenage girl life coach. Her dynamic strategies help teenage girls develop Self-honor, self acceptance and understand the importance of service to others.

Ed Rush – High velocity and full throttle excitement is the best way to describe marine fighter pilot turned motivational speaker, Ed Rush. He uses the tactical expertise of fighter plane maneuvering to teach people and businesses how to take their activities into high gear. Ed has written the fantastic book fighter Pilot Performance that contains special connections between creating the life you want and what he learned in the cockpit of an f-18 fighter jet.

Garth Roberts – former broadcast report, and broadcasting teacher Garth now teaches communication skills to business and individuals around the globe. Garth unique style introduces the tools that the media uses to help make your communication more effective. Garth is a co-author in speaking of success. Garth also served as a technical advisor on The Opus movie.

Mark Leblanc – Mark is the president of Small Business Success. His street-smart strategies and unique ideas for creating business success keep him listed as one of the top business speakers in the world. He is the author of several spectacular books on growing your business. Mark also served as the President of the National Speakers Association for 2007-2008.