RB's Stage 32 News, Notes, Discussions, and Other Fun Stuff (October 25th, 2013)

STAGE 32 HAPPENINGS

Spots for Pitchfest V – Literary Managers are filling up quick. If you are a screenwriter seeking representation, this is your chance to get your work in front of managers from some of the top literary firms in Hollywood. To register, click here: Pitchfest V: Literary Managers

Pitchfest VI – Comedy Week is also in full swing. This one is for screenwriters OR filmmakers. To reserve your spot, click here: Pitchfest VI: Comedy Week

We're thrilled to have the wonderful Stephen Mitchell hosting our upcoming Next Level Webinar How to Shoot a Feature Film in 15 Days and Survive to See Profits. If you've seen Stephen around the neighborhood or read his guest blogs for Stage 32, you know there is no one better to speak on the subject. We are currently running an early bird sale for only $39. Remember, you do not have to be available at the time of the webinar…All those registering receive unlimited access for 1 full year.

Finally, my good friend and creator of Selling Your Screenplay, Ashley Scott Meyers, recently launched a killer podcast. Here's a link to his latest show where he interviews Script Doctor Eric… It's a fabulous listen.

INTERESTING LOUNGE DISCUSSIONS:

• DISTRIBUTION: 10 Film Distribution Basics
• ANYTHING GOES: Is the Hollywood System Dead/Dying?
• ACTING: The Difference Between GOOD Acting and BAD Acting
• SCREENWRITING: The Dreaded Block!
• And PLAYWRIGHTS! Join the convo!

 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

• The Great American Film Era is Back: Here's What's Driving theBoom
• John Belushi Biopic Revived
• George Clooney Struggles With Monuments Men
• How Brett Ratner Evolved From Party Boy to $450 Million Warner Bros. Mogul
• Is Focus Features International the Next Casualty of Reshuffle?
• Netflix Shares Hit New Highs as Q3 Domestic Sub Growth Beats Estimates
• Broadway's Most Expensive Show Beset by Chaos

 VIDEOS

• The Trailer for Anchorman 2
• The trailer for Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth
• The red band trailer for Bad Grandpa

TIPS AND EDUCATION

• 6 Filmmaking Tips From Steve McQueen
• Top 10 Tips For Writing a Hollywood Blockbuster

Feel free to discuss any and all of these items in the Comments section below