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Celebrate the November 2024 Stage 32 Community’s Successes
Announcing the 10th Annual Short Film Contest
6 Steps To A Successful Writing Partnership
Announcing the 2nd Annual Period Piece Screenwriting Contest
New Feature: Stage 32 Writers Are Now Spotlighted With Unique Badges!
3 Ways Acting Has Helped Me Become A Better Writer
Own The Future: Why I Believe Screenwriters Should Embrace AI
Mapping Out a Multi-Season Story Part 2: Where Do You Get Ideas For This Much Story?
The Economics of Short Films
Red Carpet Roll-Out: December 2024's New Executives & Education at Stage 32!
Want Success? Start Writing Your Own Narrative!
Want Success? Stop Listening to the Hollywood Narrative! Is it just me, or does it feel like Hollywood is set up to make you fail? Obstacle, after obstacle… Rejection, after rejection… It’s *almost* not even worth trying. And I can say ‘almost’ because those of us who still believe in the magic of our dreams, have a passion so strong that we are going to go for it, despite all of the hardships we hear about. If you are one of those people, like me, I…
Coffee & Content: Set Your Vision & Go After It!
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 In Depth Cine, he’s exploring one of cinema’s most immersive techniques, the long take. Evaluating what makes long takes effective, where the challenges are in capturing them, and what methods and equipment can be used to successfully pull them off. When use…
8 Science-Backed Strategies For Film & TV Writers To Finish The Year Strong
As we near the end of summer, it is a natural time for reflection. What were your creative ambitions at the beginning of the year? Which scripts did you set out to write? What projects did you hope to be working on by now? What milestones did you envision reaching in your career? Lately, I have noticed several articles encouraging us to use the remaining months of the year to fulfill our goals and intentions from January. While these articles are filled with motivation and encouragemen…
Coffee & Content: How To Deal With Rejection
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Announcing the 11th Annual Search for New Blood Screenwriting Contest
Hey, Stage 32 Community! The best horror movies masterfully build tension and fear through atmosphere, pacing, and psychological depth, while delivering memorable scares that linger with the audience long after the credits roll. Classic horror shows like STRANGER THINGS or THE WALKING DEAD are some of the most watched series of all time and keep spawning new seasons year after year. Current horror franchises like SCREAM, A QUIET PLACE, and THE EXORCIST won't stop…
Coffee & Content: The Importance of Self-Learning in the Film Industry
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 by animator and artist Kuzillon, she’s sharing invaluable tips for approaching new works of art as a creative. While this video is likely to hit home for the animators, VFX artists, and storyboard artists in our community, her suggestions for challenging your creativit…
15 Powerful Tips to Embrace Abundance in Your Creative Journey
This month, I want to encourage you to explore an abundance mindset. It could significantly change your work and your approach to it. Many times, we believe we view the world from a "glass half-full" perspective when, in fact, we might unconsciously see it as half-empty—a scarcity mindset. This mindset can be shaped by lifelong conditioning, negative biases, upbringing, or the influence of friends, family, and society. Whether you realize it or not, a “glass half-empty&rdquo…
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…
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…
Feature Film in Pre-Production after Completing Stage 32 Certification - Now Casting!
I began my adventure in the world of cinema and television in 2000. As the readers of this Blog will understand, it has been a carousel of emotions, with ups and downs that little by little, through hard work and gaining experience, have turned the balance to more successes than failures. This would not have been possible if I had not understood the importance of my own constant evolution and that of my teams. So, little by little, we became more seasoned and professional until our fir…
Stage 32 Presents: Meet the Producers from this Year’s Cannes In-Competition Films!
Happy Thursday, Creative Army! While you may have missed out on getting to attend the Cannes Film Festival in person, you certainly won’t miss out on the incredible insights that were shared there! Stage 32 was proud to present 3 expert panels at the Cannes Marche du Film which we will be sharing with you right here on the Stage 32 blog in the coming weeks. At this year’s Cannes Film Festival, I had the distinct honor of leading a conversation between acclaimed Producers-&n…
Announcing the 4th Annual Action/Thriller Screenwriting Contest
Hey, Stage 32 Community! The best action/thriller movies combine intense, well-choreographed action sequences with a gripping, suspenseful plot, strong character development, exciting action set pieces, and unexpected twists to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Classic action/thriller shows like CSI or GAME OF THRONES are some of the most watched series of all time and keep spawning spin-off series. Current action/thriller franchises like JOHN WICK, M…
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