“The master is the one who focuses on ever finer detail, and makes sure that their
vision is crystal clear,
because any detail they leave out becomes an obstacle.”
- Dr. John Demartini from The Opus

OPUS News from Douglas Vermeeren, creator of The Opus

First of all I want to thank everyone most sincerely for their support for The Opus.
The film is being very well received around the world. We have submitted the film
for a variety of film festivals and are just now begin to receive letters and
notifications that we are being considered for an array of recognitions and awards.
Thank you again to all.

Please visit the new site and share with us your thoughts. We wanted to create
something that would be user friendly and interesting. One of my favorite aspects is
the addition of video clips. Especially the clips called “What people are saying
about the Opus.” Go to www.TheOpusMovie.com to check it out.
I would like to answer a few questions we have been receiving at the Opus offices:

Can I host a private or public screening?
Absolutely. Please feel free to screen the film. There is no fee to do so and we are
happy to support you in any way we can.

Can I sell the film as an affiliate?
Yes. It is Please contact Susan.munro@mehco-inc.com to be set up in our affiliation
program.

How can I bring in one of the teachers from The Opus for an event?
Feel free to try the teacher through their website or you can always get in touch
with us and we will try to help you get in touch with the teacher directly.

Thank you again for all of your help and support!

Wishing you success,

Douglas Vermeeren
North America’s Achievement Expert
Creator of the Opus
Host of the Television show SUCCESS FACTOR
Member of the Statue of Responsibility Foundation’s International Honorary Advisory
Council
www.DouglasVermeeren.com
www.TheOpusMovie.com
www.MMPWmovies.com
www.SORfoundation.org

‘Werner Erhard, pioneer of the multi-billion dollar personal growth industry, breaks a long silence about his ideas, his life and the controversial program est that made him a cultural icon of the 1970’s and 80’s.’

Trailer for the upcoming documentary movie, Leap!

Out later this year or early next year.

Is reality an illusion?

Hi Jane,
Here are some photos from The Opus. Feel free to post these on your site. Again I wanted you to have some these first because you have been such a kind supporter of the film. We are excited and grateful about how well we are being recieved and I think much of that has to do with the pre-excitement you have been a part of generating.

I am pleased to report that I have just begun work on my next film which has a tentative release date for spring of 2009. I will forward you more information as things develop. The film is called “The Gratitude Experiement.” and will put to scientific testing the effect that gratitude can really have on a persons day-to-day life. The website will go live in a matter of weeks and a trailer will be forth coming shortly.

I will send more Opus pictures. Feel free to post as many as ou wish or to create a gallery of sorts. Let me know what I can do in any way to help you and your website.
Thank you again,
Doug

Hi Doug,

On World Premiere Day!

Many thanks for the fabulous photos from The Opus! WOW!

Created a gallery and posting on the site, today. Can I say again, World Premiere Day!

I am so excited about hearing from people who are going to Chicago to see The Opus and You. Yes, my excitement continues and grows.

Even more now … Thrilled for you, that there is a next movie. Eagerly anticipating information on ‘The Gratitude Experiment’. Always happy and eager to spread the word about gratitude. Delighted that the film has a grounded, scientific foundation. I will shine much light on The Gratitude Experiment, as I am doing with The Opus.

You help the world by continuing to do what you do.

Enjoy the party!

With all respect and admiration, I too am at your service.

everlasting support and gratitude,

Jane

The beautiful photographs gifted so generously by Doug and added to The Cafe of Dreams with gratitude:
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Douglas Vermeeren wrote

on Apr 16, 2008 at 7:56 AM.

Just a quick note everybody. Two new interviews went up on youtube about the Opus. Please check them out, share commetns and forward them to everybody you know. Here’s one of them:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ig0sLvj17Rk
‘Breakfast Television (BT) at City TV Edmonton Interview on The Opus Movie with Elisabeth Fayt and Doug Vermeeren on March 24, 2008′

and here’s the other:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V50YV3eUW5g
‘CTV interview with Doug Vermeeren discussing the Opus movie’

This one also features my son, but the interview has been shorten. He did a great job but was really nervous. I was pretty proud of him.

Thanks everybody,
Doug

Just now added this trailer to Cyres Channel:

Have you ever seen a whale?

Stan Romero Says:

April 1st, 2008 at 3:01 pm

PRESS RELEASE by Stan Romero

THE OPUS

It’s not a secret anymore… The Next step has arrived.

From Vision To Plan To Performance.

The new motivational self help film has had its debut and the results are in. The Opus screened to sold out audiences in Canada and rave reviews. The two screenings in both Calgary and Edmonton had over 1500 and 1000 people in attendance respectively. Since those screenings internet blogs have been a buzz with thoughts from attendees like “This is the greatest personal development film ever.” “More practical tools than any other movie,” and “This film actually gave me the stuff needed to change my life.” (Google “The Opus Movie” and you’ll get a taste of what I mean.)

Producer, director and motivational speaker Douglas Vermeeren is pleased. But feels the project isn’t yet where we would like to see the finished product. “There are still a few things I would like to tighten up and tweak before we get to Chicago on May 1.” May 1st, 2008 is slated to be the official US premiere of the film, although the film will be screening for another sold out audience in Las Vegas later this month. “May 1st is a special day for us as it will be the first time we can share the film with the US public. And many of our cast, crew and speakers will be present for Chicago.”

Critics and laymen alike agree that this film is definitely the practical answer that everyone has been looking for since the 2006 release of the new age advice film The Secret. An internet Blogger who identified himself as “Jacob L.” said it this way: “ The Opus is by far the best personal development movie ever. For the first time we have a film that delivers instead of just playing around with abstract ideas and non sense concepts. The Opus is practical, informative, entertaining, powerful and effective.”
And I wholeheartedly agree.

Be sure to check out www.TheOpusMovie.com and www.MMPWmovies.com

For information and tickets for the Chicago event or an Opus screening near you call 1.866.777.9496

Thank you very much to all who are adding comments about The Opus movie and Doug Vermeeren … much appreciated …

Rod Says:
March 30th, 2008 at 11:40 pm
The Opus is by far the best personal development movie yet. As a resource or tool for people wanting to get to their goals it is second to none. It blew the secret completely out of the water. The only thing I really left with from the secret was “Thoughts become things.” The opus taught me far more than that. In fact, everything I actually needed to get started and get to my goals. It was awesome. Be sure to see it.

Stephen W. Says:
March 31st, 2008 at 1:52 am
I agree. The show was the greatest thus far. I think comparing it to the secret is not the best thing to do, because the secret isn’t even in the same league. Don’t get me wrong. It was a good show. But totally nothing but fluff for a new age crowd. It had no practical substance. The Opus was useful and powerful. It is a film that will change lives and actually make a difference for people.The secret can’t say that. A lot of people became inspired because of it. But let’s be honest it really didn’t give people much to apply in their lives. The Opus does. And for that I applaud the creators and all the participants. I know it is no easy understaking to create a film - my hat goes off to all of you. You are all so wonderful. Many thanks for putting out the world’s greatest film.

Jacob L. Says:
March 31st, 2008 at 5:57 pm
The Opus is by far the best presonal development movie ever. For the first time we have a film that delivers instead of just playing around with abstract ideas and non sense concepts. The Opus is practical, informative, entertaining, powerful and effective. I am definitely a fan and await with eagerness to watch what Mr. Vermeeren will be doing next. He has defintiely raised the bar on what is expected in films of this kind.

Thank you, Rod, Stephen, and Jacob. Welcome to Cyres Cafe.

Cynthia D. Says:

March 30th, 2008 at 2:24 pm

I went to the premiere in Edmonton and Calgary. And it was even better in Edmonton. There were too many people in Calgary and it felt a little bit like a frenzy. In Edmonton there were still alot of people but not as many. I got a chance to meet Douglas Vermeeren, but in Calgary we couldn’t even get close to him. There was a spekaing event in the afternoon in Edmonton too. It was great. Luan mitchell spoke and I bought her book, one of the other speakers from The Opus and I can’t remember his name. And then Doug Vermeeren spoke. He was awesome. I’d never heard him speak before, I was totally impressed. The Opus is a show you will not want to miss.

Now for the question everyone is asking… How does it compare to the Secret? The Opus far surpasses the Secret in everyway. The information is better, the story is better, the music is better, the feeling of inspiration is better. It is just an all around better movie. The secret was great for what they were trying to do, but this movie actually teaches you something useful. Go see it.

Thank you, Cynthia

March 28 was The Opus movie World Premiere Event in Edmonton, at the Delta South Hotel and Conference Centre, featuring “The Heart of New Business”.

I asked for reviews of The Opus, from Edmonton and beyond, and received another two today, thanks to Lynn and Clint:

Lynn Says:

March 29th, 2008 at 4:10 pm

I went to the screening of the Opus last night in Edmonton. This was a great experience. The film is so much more than the secret. It was deeper and more practical on every level. The film was just awesome. I bought a copy and have already watched it again this morning. I am so excited. This film has the tools to take anyone to their goals easily and more surely.

The event was awesome too. Scott Duncan the violinist from the film played and several speakers spoke. They were all so great. I especially thought Douglas Vermeeren was extremely powerful. He is an amazing individual. And he has created an amazing film.

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS FILM.

If you are interested in personal development in any way. SEE IT!

Clint Says:

March 29th, 2008 at 6:04 pm

I also went to the premiere of The Opus in Edmonton. It was a great movie. The place was packed. It was crazy. But the energy was good. The film is so much more than a sequel to the secret. The secret was great. But it left a lot missing. This film actually gave me steps I could do and things to think about TODAY. it was not a new agey conversation about energy. It was powerful realistic invitation to action. And not just action - the right kind of actions to take. I highly recommend it as the best personal development movie ever made. The other thing I liked about it was that those teachers from the secret that made it into this movie actually got share some depth. I almost got the feeling that what they said in the secret was only part of their stories. This film is so much better.

I didn’t get to the speaking part of the event. it happened earlier in the day - but after having seen the film and talking with a few people I wish I would have. It sounded really good too. So if the Opus is comign to your town. I would encourage you to make sure you go. You won’t be disappointed and you will walk away 1000 times more powerful than when you walked in.

As a side note I met Douglas Vermeeren and his wife Holly after the event. They are the kindest people you could imagine. And they are so classy and full of grace to everyone. I know they must have had a long couple of days with all the screenings lately, but they were so kind and interested in everyone that they met. I watched from a distance in awe. The guy is really living the Opus and you can see what a difference it is making for him. If you get the chance to meet him you’ll see what I mean. Totally awesome guy.