A glimpse behind the curtain when two icons of music
found common ground in a secret meeting.
Royalty at the Park is a live action short film slated to film in 2024.
Inspired by True Events.
What happens when two icons of music, often pitted against each other, hold a private meeting?
Throughout their lives, Michael Jackson and Prince had several run-ins since the late 70s.
Some, more infamous than others.
Others, shrouded in secrecy.
In the spring of 1988, following three sold-out nights in Minneapolis, Prince invited Michael Jackson to his Paisley Park compound.
This private meeting between two entertainment juggernauts is where an earnest friendship truly began - away from the press, hangers-on, and managers. The birthing of a mutual respect continued until Michael's passing in 2009.
Royalty At The Park takes us behind the doors of this fateful evening that people barely know about.
Royalty
Hear from director Bobby Huntley as he explains the inspiration behind the short film project Royalty at the Park and the process of getting this concept from page to screen.
Bobby Huntley, Writer/Director
Bobby Huntley is a director, producer, writer, and editor who began his journey as a filmmaker at the age of ten years old. His intense passion for the arts and creativity has captured viewers with each new film. He specializes in striking visuals, provocative characters, effective music placement, and period pieces done within a wide range of budgets and resources.
A lifelong Michael Jackson and Prince fan, Bobby has used them as sources of creativity and inspiration for almost all of his projects since film school.
Bobby strives to create compelling stories and classic films for years and generations to come. His goal is to continue to inspire all creatives to go after their dreams and complete their projects without fear and lack of resources.
Envision. Execute. Empower. Repeat.
Learn More at Bobby Huntley Films
Concept Art
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A Fictionalized Retelling
Royalty at the Park draws inspiration from two poignant films that celebrate and take a fictionalized look at icons during pivotal nights in their lifetime.
“Two of Us” showcases a fateful day in 1976 when Paul McCartney and John Lenon rekindled their strained relationship away from the blinding glare of the spotlight.
“One Night in Miami” gives audiences a glimpse into the private conversations and thriving friendships of Malcolm X, Jim Brown, Sam Cooke, and Muhammad Ali on one eventful night at the height of the civil rights movement.
Both of these films were the seeds that sparked the idea behind Royalty at the Park.
Where We Are Now
In addition to award-winning writer/director Bobby Huntley, Royalty at the Park has a phenomenal team of producers and casting directors already on board. Our lead actors and locations are locked and we have amazing wardrobe stylists and hair and makeup artists attached.
Our team is committed to delivering a highly professional and polished short film that will be ready to screen at top-tier film festivals worldwide.
Let’s Make This Happen
If you would like to join this project as an Executive Producer, help with funding, or be part of the team, we’d love to chat.