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Don't Let the Momentum of November Write Club Die: How to Stay Active Into 2026 & Beyond!
Coffee & Content: Why Your Pitch Needs to Be Human
Coffee & Content: Reinvent the Story, Reinvent the Industry
Coffee & Content: Low Stakes Stories, High Stakes Decisions
Stage 32 + DramaBox Join Forces to Launch World's First Vertical Drama Incubator
How to Get Help from Stage 32: Meet the Teams Behind the Scenes
What Stage 32's Community Is Really About (Beyond Scripts, Sets, and Showreels)
7 Life Hacks For Creatives
Coffee & Content: Why Your Next Step Matters More Than the Perfect Step
November Write Club Week 4: The Art of the Pitch- What Managers & Execs Actually Want to Hear
The Official Stage 32 Cannes 2023 Events Schedule
The 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is running from May 16th- 27th, 2023 in Cannes, France, who's ready? Stage 32 is thrilled to host an incredible lineup of panels this year taking place at the FilmUSA Pavilion (if you missed our blog announcing the panels, click here). During the day we'll bringing the most innovate panels talking about the shifts in the entertainment industry, and by night, we have some great events in store. If you're planning on attending Cannes…
What I Learned While Making My Epic Sci-Fi Feature
I remember seeing the van speeding toward my vehicle. When it struck, the impact sent a shudder through my nerves. Fortunately, I had enough sense to lean away from the window, so my head didn’t smash through the glass but only slammed into it with a mild “thud”. I was left with a bump on my head instead of a concussion, or worse. The car, sadly, did not fare as well: it was a write-off. Later, I learned that a piece of the engine had been propelled through the bodywo…
Coffee & Content: Behind The Scenes of 'The Last Of Us'
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. First up, the show THE LAST OF US has become the watercooler hit of the past few months and with good reason. It's not just great acting, writing, and visual storytelling, it's also a phenomenal example of how to adapt IP. Whether you're a fan of the show or the video game or both, be sure to check…
Cannes 2023 Roll Call: Stage 32 Announces Education Partnership with Canon
The Cannes Film Festival in France is right around the corner! As you all know Stage 32 has worked directly with and has had an official presence at the Cannes Film Festival Marche du Film for the last 8 years. From education initiatives, partnerships, and parties, Stage 32 always has our finger on the pulse of the world's biggest film festival and market. Also, for the last 8 years Stage 32 has been an official education partner of the Cannes Marche du Film. We're excited today to ann…
What Is Your Approach To Career In Entertainment?
Hey, Stage 32ers! Whether you're just starting your career or are a total pro, working in entertainment is as much about mindset as it is about doing the work. In today's vlog, I want you to look at your approach to your career so that you can set yourself up for success in the long run. Wishing you a very happy, healthy, & creative week. Cheers, RB If you would like more great industry and career advice, as well as inside access to what's happening behind the scenes at Stage …
What Is Cinematic?
This was the first and last question I was asked as a student in film school. Is it something that we see on a big screen? That can’t possibly be the answer, you can see just about anything on a “big screen” these days and most cinematic experiences now happen in your home. I remember playing Metal Gear Solid on my Play Station and remarking that it was quite a “cinematic experience.” Yet, when I watch the news, I don’t feel like it’s a cinematic…
Coffee & Content: Sir Roger Deakins Breaks Down His Iconic Films
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. First up, we're getting some inspiration from GQ and one of the most influential cinematographers of all time: Sir Roger Deakins. This man has worked on some of your favorite films (whether you were aware of it or not), including 1917, THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, SICARIO, THE BIG LEBOWSKI, NO COUNTRY…
How To Turn Your Ideas Into Movies
Making a film is a 'Big idea" that tends to overwhelm and can be an endless challenge to try and set sail. Where does one begin? This is your dream, after all, and here are a few methods that will help inspire your creative life. Understand That Writing Is Everything For as long as I can remember, if I wanted to create something, it would not be discovered without reading about it. In fact, reading is a prerequisite to writing. I think that what you read changes your thoughts and then …
Screenwriter In Production On Feature Film After Making Connections Through Stage 32
I’ve had a love affair with writing for as long as I can remember, but my journey wasn’t always on a straight road. Being a screenwriter who after a 27-year hiatus from writing returned to his craft with a renewed passion and dedication, I had written a series of whimsical short stories that were well-received by readers. However, life and its responsibilities took center stage, and I put my writing on hold to focus on other things. During my hiatus, I lived life with no reg…
Coffee & Content: Communicating Your Vision As A Director
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. First up, the director of SHAZAM! and its recently released sequel, David F. Sandberg digs into one of the biggest challenges every filmmaker faces: communicating their vision. You might see what you want on screen clear as day in your mind, but if you can't clearly communicate it to your actors an…
How To Turn Your Failures Into Success
Do you have a screenplay that didn’t get into a competition? A film without distribution? An idea that you just don’t know how to make a move on? I have been in all these positions and more than once. So how do we move forward as artists when the world seemingly continues to push back on us? This is the big question and I hope to provide some insight based on my real-world experience. How I work hard to "fail up" as a filmmaker. For anyone who has read my previous blog posts…
Coffee & Content: How To Write Subtext
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! First, congratulations to all of you who have already participated in our monthly Introduce Yourself Weekend! Thousands of connections have been made between entertainment creatives and professionals from around the globe. Whether you are a long-time member or brand new to Stage 32, take a moment to pop over to the Introduce Yourself Lounge and say hello before the end of the weekend. First up this week, we have a video from StudioBinder on writing subtext.…
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