A New Supernatural Tale Begins in the Carpathians

Constantin Popescu has agreed to helm the first two movies of a fresh horror series called Birds of the Soul, a partnership between Just Entertainment and AiMation. The story is set in 1917, deep inside the Carpathian Mountains, where a small village faces strange happenings as war‑time fear mixes with old myths and unseen powers. The plan is to start filming both films in a row this November, with the Dominican Republic chosen as the backdrop. Just Entertainment’s spokesperson P. J. Pettiett described the project as a “grounded supernatural epic” that will look at faith, fear and survival through a very realistic lens. He praised Popescu for his ability to create atmosphere and realism, hoping the series will appeal worldwide.Popescu explained that he was attracted to the script because it lets him craft a mythic, emotional story while staying true to the harsh reality of war. He believes the core message is about people facing forces beyond their understanding and how they cope with them. The production schedule shows both films will be shot consecutively, giving the director a chance to build continuity and depth across the series. The choice of the Dominican Republic offers diverse landscapes that can stand in for the Carpathian setting while keeping production costs manageable. Fans of supernatural cinema may find this new series a fresh take on war drama blended with myth, promising both tense storytelling and atmospheric visuals.