A movie treatment presents the idea of the film before writing the entire script. It highlights the most important information about the film that came from the book; it includes the title, logline, story summary (that may be presented as three-act movie plot summaries), and character description. Treatments also give authors the chance to condense their story concept so they can pitch it to studio heads or producers who might want to fund the movie.
“The Priesthood of the Purple Buffalo” by Charles Thomas Measel received the Book to Hollywood Movie Treatment after the successful movie script coverage that was previously written for the book. Considering the suggestions from the first level of writing a screenplay, the movie treatment shows the flow of the story that’ll be good on screen as it shows the thrill and suspense of how the characters deal with the conflict.
“The Priesthood of the Purple Buffalo” is a captivating tale that follows Remone, a realtor grappling with dissatisfaction in his career, feeling disillusioned by the greed-driven practices of his office. His struggle with laziness and a lack of motivation leads him to question his purpose and the values he holds. However, a life-changing camping trip in the harsh winter of South Dakota forces him to confront his limitations and adapt to a new reality. This experience challenges his traditional upbringing and religious beliefs, ultimately pushing him to endure and rise above his former self, setting the stage for a remarkable transformation.
The story takes a dramatic turn when Remone nearly drowns in a frozen river and mysteriously finds himself transported back in time to a band of Sioux warriors. Initially met with suspicion, he must quickly learn to navigate their way of life, acquiring essential survival skills and spiritual traditions. As he earns the trust of key tribe members, including the wise shaman Returns Again and the warrior Pinchot, he faces opposition from the hostile Black Wolf, who is determined to see him expelled. This conflict highlights the challenges of integration and acceptance in a new community, reflecting the broader struggles many faces when adapting to unfamiliar environments.
As Remone integrates into the Sioux community, he begins experiencing visions of a Purple Buffalo, a sacred symbol linked to an ancient prophecy. His connection to the tribe deepens further when he falls in love with Amber Moon, a strong-willed woman whose affection for him creates tension within her community. Meanwhile, external threats loom as white traders and U.S. soldiers encroach on Sioux land, bringing both the promise of trade and the risk of destruction. The traders recognize Remone and reveal that he has been missing for months in his own time, confirming his extraordinary journey to the past.
By defeating but sparing his rival, he demonstrates that true strength lies not just in physical prowess but in wisdom and restraint. With Black Wolf gone, the surviving Sioux choose to abandon their ancestral land in search of a peaceful future, while Remone and Amber Moon set out to forge a new life together. “The Priesthood of the Purple Buffalo” ultimately serves as a powerful exploration of personal growth, cultural integration, and the enduring quest for identity and belonging in a rapidly changing world.