An award-winning author from the Amman Valley has become the first Welsh speaker to appear in a personal development film series described as the “Spiritual Netflix”

Steve Roger Phillips, otherwise known as “The Warrior of Peace”, stars in Becoming The Keys - the third film in the Key Movie series written and produced by Robin Jay.

The 37-year-old attended Amman Valley Comprehensive and is a former Welsh International rugby player who played semi professional with Neath, Aberavaon, Carmarthen Quins and Llandovery.

The former Glanaman Junior’s pupil also lived as a celibate monk for two years and is now focusing on key note speaking and coaching others to live the lives of their dreams.

Steve told The Guardian: “This is a dream come true being alongside some of the self-help and personal development guru's in this film series.

“To appear in the same film as the stars of The Secret will hopefully raise my profile.

“It was filmed in Las Vegas over two years and I am so happy that I am now able to share my story and message to help many more people around the world.”

“I am the first Welsh person to be in a film of this genre, so it is an absolute honour for me.”

The films are unique hybrids that combine a narrative story and fictional characters interacting with cameos from some of today’s top thought leaders, including success guru Brian Tracy, don Miguel Ruiz, Dr. Joe Vitale and Dannion Brinkley.

The previous two films have won awards, including Best Independent Film and Best Concept, and have earned international distribution deals.

The experts in the films share stories that reflect the importance of embracing seven keys: appreciation, harmony, passion, courage, faith, vibration, and empathy.

Steve, who speaks on the key of Faith in the film, added: “The seven keys are critical to everyone’s happiness in both their personal and professional lives.

“When I speak to my clients and audiences, I show them how to incorporate the keys into their daily lives.”

The UK premiere is taking place at Penarth Pier, Cardiff this Friday, February 15 at 6pm, another premiere took place in Las Vegas last month.

You can gain a copy on DVD from steverogerphillips.site following the premiere.

There will also be a film showing coming to various areas across Wales and England including Ammanford in the near future.