ABOUT THE FILM
On May 6, 1527, 189 Swiss Guards stood against overwhelming odds—facing 25,000 invaders in a final, heroic defense of the Pope. Their unwavering faith, loyalty, and sacrifice marked one of history’s most powerful acts of courage.
Helvetian is an epic historical war film that tells the untold origin story of the Vatican’s Swiss Guards—one of the most elite and disciplined protective forces the world has ever known.
Their legacy calls to mind the bravery of David against Goliath, the unshakable honor of Maximus before an empire, and the lonely resolve of a warrior like Jon Snow staring down death itself.
Helvetian is a tribute to all who choose duty over comfort, honor over fear, and purpose over self—those rare souls who stand firm when the rest of the world turns away.
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We are honored to have the official endorsement and support of the Papal Swiss Guards in the research and production of Helvetian.
As we approach the 500th anniversary of their legendary stand in 1527, this film stands as a powerful tribute to their courage, discipline, and enduring legacy.
Where Your Support Goes
Every contribution to Helvetian directly fuels the creation of this independent historical film. Your generosity helps us bring this powerful story to life with the quality and integrity it deserves. Donations will be used to cover:
Production Crew – Skilled professionals behind the camera who shape the look, feel, and pacing of the film.
Legal Fees – Permits, contracts, and protections that ensure we can film safely, ethically, and according to industry standards.
Filming Crews – On-the-ground teams who capture every scene, shot by shot, across multiple locations.
Interviews & Locations – Travel and access to historians, experts, and authentic sites that give Helvetian its depth and accuracy.
Research & Development – Historical accuracy is key. Funds go toward sourcing records, artifacts, and consultations with scholars.
Your support isn’t just funding a film—it’s helping preserve a legacy of courage and sacrifice for future generations to experience and remember.
who we are
Erik Bello, a native of Chicago, discovered his passion for history, storytelling, and languages at an early age. While studying in Rome, a city where the ancient and modern live side by side, he earned his BA in philosophy and languages, fully immersing himself in Italian culture and the timeless stories etched into its streets.
To Erik, history is far more than a collection of names and dates, it’s a living record of human resilience, sacrifice, and purpose. Drawn especially to medieval and Renaissance eras, his love for tales of knights, honor, and epic quests was shaped by formative influences like Homer, J.R.R. Tolkien, and C.S. Lewis.
But it was the Last Stand of the Swiss Guards that left the deepest mark. Standing on the very stones where 189 soldiers gave their lives to protect the Pope, Erik felt the weight of their sacrifice and the call to tell their story.
Through his work, Erik seeks to awaken the hero in each of us. His mission is to breathe life into the past so that it may guide us forward, reminding us that the most powerful story ever told is the one we all share: our shared humanity.
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