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Coffee & Content: How Bad Do You Really Want It?
It's Time For Our Cannes 2024 Recap!
Announcing the 4th Annual Action/Thriller Screenwriting Contest
Stage 32 Certification Welcomes The Savannah Regional Film Commission!
What I Learned From Nic Pizzolatto's Work Part 2: Themes, Tropes, and Conflicts
Stage 32's July 2024 Education Schedule!
Unlock Your Creative Flow: 15 Summer Wellbeing Tips for Writers
Captivating Heroic Journey Narratives: The Art Of Beat Sheets
How Stage 32 Got My Work In Front Of The Right People & Connected Me With My New Manager!
Top 10 Beginner Mistakes Made At Music Studios!
The Importance of Professionalism for Your Career
"I’m the guy that does his job. You must be the other guy.” – Mark Wahlberg playing Dignam is The Departed. When I told Rosalind Winton that I wanted to write another blog here on Stage 32, there was one topic I had been looking to address for a while, but also one that is quite timely in light of what’s going on in the entertainment business: Professionalism. It’s the reason I led with Mr. Wahlberg’s quote from the Oscar-…
Coffee & Content - How to Act on Camera & Creating the Ultimate Antagonist (The Dark Knight)
Happy Sunday, everyone. Trust you're all having a great weekend?We're still buzzing from what was a remarkable and inspiring day at the Stage 32/LA Acting Studio's 1st Film Con Hollywood. We'll have more updates about and some cool video from the event coming soon. Until then, let's get to this edition of Coffee & Content. First up, how about 2 dudes talking acting? It's Film Acting Tips: How to Act on Camera, with Chris Mack. I love the conversational …
The Biggest Creative, Business & Networking Event of the Year
Hey guys. A quick reminder that Film Con Hollywood (hosted by Stage 32 and the LA Acting Studio) takes place this Saturday at the LA Convention Center. The buzz is high, the stage is set and we’re fired up to bring you a full day of keynotes, panels, workshops, networking, pitching, screenings and more. Whether you’re an actor, screenwriter, filmmaker, producer, content creator, film financier or are looking to further your career in the film, television or content c…
Coffee & Content - Ridley Scott on Directing & 10 Important Lessons on the Craft of Screenwriting
Hello, my fellow creatives. Happy Sunday. Hope you are all enjoying and participating in what has been a very lively Introduce Yourself Weekend! Today for Coffee & Content, I'm bringing you some voices with years of experience talking directing and screenwriting. First up, legendary director, Ridley Scott waxes poetic on the craft of directing. As usual, no pulled punches from Sir Ridley. Nothing more for you to do with this one than pour yourself a full cuppa an…
AT&T Film Awards Competition Seeks Emerging Creators
We're honored to be working with AT&T for their 4th Annual Film Awards. We at Stage 32 have been so impressed with AT&T's passion and commitment to help emerging filmmakers through education, support and recognition. Through their various Create-a-thons that allow for hands-on experience learning how to film on set, as well as the recognition for short films with their Short Film Competition, few others share the love and passion for filmmakers like AT&T. Today my colle…
6th Annual Stage 32 Oscars Contest Results
It's the moment you have all been waiting for! It's time to announce the Stage 32 6th Annual Oscars Contest winners! We thank everyone who participated.With more entries than ever this year, we had a grand total of 22 winners! First up, we have a 6-way tie with 12 correct for 3rd place and a 4-way tie with 20 correct for 2nd place. And finally, with a BIG congratulations to our top prize winners, we have a 6-way tie for 1st place with 21 correct! Our thanks to all wh…
Coffee & Content - Making a DSLR Look Like a RED & Toy Story Script to Screen
Greetings from rainy Los Angeles, and Happy Sunday. Coffee is brewed, let's get to the content. One of the most inspiring dudes I've met over the last few months is filmmaker, Matt Alonzo. Not only is Matt a ridiculously talented guy who handles just about everything - shooting, lighting, editing - but he also aims to educate and motivate wherever he goes. The idea of giving back and paying it forward is part of his DNA. An example of this? This week, Matt …
Making an Award Winning Independent Documentary
Next up for our YouTube lineup we are releasing the interview we had with Pierre Filmon, an independent filmmaker from Paris, France who has directed and produced his documentary following the life and career of the legendary cinematographer, Vilmos Zsigmond. His film Close Encounters with Vilmos Zsigmond premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim (see Variety article here). It’s amazing how he was able to make this project with basically no budget. Goes to sho…
Coffee & Content - Michael Caine on Acting for Film & Overcoming Writer's Block
Good morning, 32'ers. Happy Oscars Sunday. Don't forget, it's not too late to get your Oscars ballot in. Prizes and bragging rights are at stake. Fill out your ballot here. Leading up to the ceremony, I have two more videos for your enjoyment as part of this edition of Coffee and Content. First up, a classic and extremely celebrated video of Michael Caine discussing acting in film. Next, from Actualized.org, comes a terrific video on overcoming writer's block.…
Have You Read the Oscar Nominated Screenplays Yet? Let's Discuss!
Hey guys! Last month, I posted the 10 Oscar nominated screenplays right here on Stage 32. Since that day, over 50,000 of you have hit the page! Good on you for investing in yourself by using your valuable time to read and explore these acclaimed works. As much as we learn from reading great screenplays, we can learn even more by discussing them. So whaddaya say we do that today and this weekend leading up to the broadcast on Sunday. Which screenplay was your favorite…
All Hail Our Short Film Program Finalists!
Hey guys. We're thrilled to announce the finalists of our 3rd Annual Short Film Contest. It was another record breaking year for entries and as usually is the case, more entries meant there were so many fantastic films to choose from. We have some true visionaries in our midst! The competition for the finals was fierce and our many of our judges took it upon themselves to watch certain films over and over knowing that every point mattered. One judge was so moved by a certain film he pas…
6th Annual Oscars Contest Is Now Live!
It's that time again! The 6th Annual Stage 32 Oscars Contest is now live! This is your opportunity to vote for who you think will win each Oscar this year. All you have to do is go down the list, point, click, and submit. It's that simple! There are many wide open races this time around. You think you've got what it takes to run with the big dogs? Our top record holder of all time is Jovanni Ibarra who set a pretty high bar nailing 21 selections in 2016. Let's see …
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