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Time To Breakout Of Creative Blocks
Celebrate the November 2024 Stage 32 Community’s Successes
Stage 32 Founder & CEO Richard "RB" Botto Featured in Grey Journal: Highlights From AFM 2024!
Say, “Thank you”: Why Gratitude is Your Superpower
Stage 32 Certification Welcomes El Paso, Texas!
Why Filmmakers Must Study Birdman: Lessons in Screenwriting, Dark Humor, and Storytelling
The Rise & Struggle of Independent Filmmakers: Sustaining Creativity in a Studio-Dominated World
7 Lessons I Learned From Film Festival Rejections
6 Steps To A Successful Writing Partnership
Own The Future: Why I Believe Screenwriters Should Embrace AI
Stage 32 Certification and Uganda International Trade Centre Partner for the 2nd Season of 'Opportunities Are Here'
Film production is expanding rapidly around the globe. That is why at The International Trade Centre (ITC) we created a career acceleration program in the format of a television show for emerging filmmakers called ‘Opportunities Are Here’ (OAH). Africa is bursting with creativity and potential, especially in the media and the arts. ‘Opportunities Are Here’ is designed to find the best young talent, and give them visibility, industry experience, and access to wor…
Worldwide Premiere of the 9th Annual Stage 32 Short Film Program at The Hollyshorts Film Festival
Hello Creative Army! Over the past 13 years, we here at Stage 32 have been thrilled to be recognized throughout the industry as the leaders in online film craft and business education. We are honored to be partnered with some of the most prestigious film festivals and markets in the world including the American Film Market and the Cannes Film Festival Marché du film to name a few. Now, for the 9th year in a row, we are thrilled to be joining forces with one of the few Oscar-qual…
Coffee & Content: Take Risks & Break Rules!
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, in this video from Frame Voyager, they’re breaking down the groundbreaking VFX production of Twister! The 90s was an incredible era for film, but especially for films that stretched the viewer’s imagination with the use of emerging technology such as CGi and 3D Animation. Twis…
Red Carpet Roll-Out: August 2024's New Educators & Executives At Stage 32!
Happy Friday, Stage 32 Community! Our Stage 32 Team has been working diligently to bring in as many new resources and opportunities as possible to enrich your experience here in our community! At Stage 32 you have direct access to award-winning industry executives and professionals who’ve written, produced, developed, and represented acclaimed projects such as NARCOS, THE CROW, THE DEVIL'S ADVOCATE, THE GREEN KNIGHT, FENCES, MUDBOUND, JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH, DINOSAUR, WILD…
Stage 32's August 2024 Education Schedule!
Happy Thursday, Stage 32 Community! I hope that the last month has been joyful and productive for you all! Our Stage 32 Education Team has certainly been hard at work to bring incredible education opportunities and resources to this fantastic community. This August, you'll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning screenwriters, producers, directors, cinematographers, actors, consultants, authors, script coordinators, attorneys, financiers, and repr…
July Filmmakers Club Week 5: Staying Motivated Against All Odds
When It All Slows Down, Don’t Give Up Have you ever heard of The Three-Legged Stool? It sounds like a children’s fable, doesn’t it? It’s more like an industry fable, and it’s just as invaluable as The Deathly Hallows. In fact, many have attributed it to their longevity in the industry. Allow me to tell you the wisdom behind the notion, and make of it what you will... It is said every professional creative should have three distinct ways to stay active in t…
Coffee & Content: The Secret To Moving The Needle
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, in this video from The Editing Podcast, hosts Hayden Hillier Smith and Jordan Orme sit down with the acclaimed editor behind David Fincher's brilliant cinematic masterpieces, Kirk Baxter! Kirk's illustrious career spans iconic films such as “The Social Network”, “Gone Gi…
6 Tips To Know Before Editing Your First Feature
In 2020, I had the privilege of cutting a horror/thriller film titled The Boy Behind the Door. It was the directorial debut of David Charbonier & Justin Powell, and it was also my first feature-length project as an editor. The film was part of the Official Selection at Fantastic Fest in 2020 and received some genuine critical acclaim during its run. It then sold to Shudder and became available for streaming in 2021. The whole post-production process took over 2 years of diligent wor…
The Undeniable Importance of Location Scouting!
Ever been to - or coordinated - a wedding? A special birthday party? Perhaps a charity event, musical concert, or film festival? More than likely, you have benefited from some wonderful person employing Location Scouting for a truly enjoyable experience. Or possibly been rudely introduced to the perils of poor Location Scouting when you couldn’t park, packed all the wrong things, and couldn’t find a clean bathroom. Preparing for a film shoot is not too dissimilar from any ot…
Stage 32 Success Story: I Won The Contest! Now What...?
Writers. We live for that sale, entering contests, querying producers, agents, and managers, and seeking validation. With contests, it’s a step-by-step climb to claim that win. But it’s not the end. Not by a long shot... In The Beginning Not all contests are equal. Many promoters are offering new prizes in lieu of cash - meetings with professionals, mentorships, or even production packages. Stage 32 & Palm Springs Women in Film and Television Contest offered $10,000 tow…
How To Package Your Documentary Feature
At some point, most filmmakers come across a great idea for a documentary film. It might be an interesting topic or personality, and you just know there is a story that must be told. But similarly to narrative filmmaking, there’s a huge difference between having an idea and being able to carry it into a finished motion picture. We talk about “packaging” in scripted films, attachments, pre-sales, and budgets, but oftentimes overlook the importance of doing the same thi…
July Filmmakers Club Week 4: The Real Reel- A Filmmaker/DP Calling Card
In a land not so far away, in a time not so long ago, the veil to the film world was a mighty feat to cross. I'm not saying it still isn’t tough to get out there and become a financially stable filmmaker. However, we hold the power now. What started as a simple picture of myself that I shared on Instagram, one taken while I was filming a Docuseries using the RED Epic and Cooke Anamorphic, turned into a wild adventure called social media. That one picture launched me into so many o…
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