Future
One of the great things about being a director as a life choice
is that it can never be mastered. Every story is its own kind
of expedition, with its own set of challenges. -- Ron Howard
SYNOPSIS
Namibia 1969 - inside a forbidden diamond mine, the world's
largest rough diamond is found and stolen by a mine worker.
The rough diamond, larger than an ostrich egg, turns out to be
an ultra-rare pure white diamond, which yields more carats
than the "Cullinan", The Great Star of Africa, mounted in the
British royal crown.
"2000 Carats" is an epic story, filled with trepidation, suspense,
drama and romance. Follow the story as it unfolds and takes
the viewer on a whirlwind adventure as they accompany the
fugitive on his escape through several continents.
"2000 Carats" is an exciting film, holding the viewer's unyielding
attention from beginning to end. This movie provides first class
entertainment with a difference:
The core of this amazing story is true!
The author, Mr. Steen Marcussen, was there. He himself took
part in the investigations and is one of only three survivors who
were involved in this story which so far has been suppressed by
Governments and big finance.
2000 CARATS director - Craig Tarling
Craig has secured all the rights (except the publishing rights) to a
novel titled 2000 Carats. It is a true story written by an agent who was
actually involved in the investigation. His name is Steen Marcussen
and he lives in Europe. He wrote the story from 1st hand experience
which makes it all the more exciting.
Mining for diamonds in Speregebiet, Namibia
Set in 1969/70, the story follows a drought stricken, now mine
working farmer, on his journey around the world. His reason for the
journey… whilst digging for diamonds at the mine, he discovered what
he believes to be the biggest diamond ever found. His theories later
prove to be true, and then some….
Selling the stolen diamond
His journey takes place from when he finally gets the diamond out the
compound and is now faced with trying to sell it, all the while
remaining one step ahead of his would be captors, a vindictive evil
bunch of men from Speregebiet.
Calm after the storm
The story is riveting and keeps one 'glued' to the seat, wanting to
know more and more, giving you the excitement to urk Johannis on
and to route him home…