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Coffee & Content: Protecting Your Projects When the Industry Gets Messy
July Filmmakers Club Week 2: Strategies for Creating Cross-Cultural Films
What Is Cinematic?
From Idea to Laurel: How I Wrote, Directed & Produced My First Short Film in 5 Weeks
Stage 32 Launches Global Screenwriting Contest Hub: Oscar and BAFTA Qualifying Contests Participating!
The Undeniable Importance of Location Scouting!
3 Tales Of My Feature Film's Near Death
Writers and AI: How to Navigate the New Publishing Landscape
To Have Or Not To Have Production Insurance?
Coffee & Content: What Ryan Coogler’s SINNERS Teaches Us About Creative Control
Stage 32 Certification’s Pittsburgh Program: A Recap of Training Production Accountants
Stage 32 Certification recently concluded an impactful Production Accounting Certification Program in Pittsburgh, PA, training 20 aspiring production accountants to support major film and television projects, including Paramount’s Mayor of Kingstown. The program, designed to equip local talent with essential industry skills, marked a significant step in strengthening Pittsburgh’s growing reputation as a hub for film and television production. The initiative culminated in a…
Announcing the 6th Annual New Voices in Animation Screenwriting Contest
Hey friends!The ONLY Animation Screenwriting Contest in the World is Back! Ever dreamt of seeing your animated script come to life on the big screen or stream on flat-screens in living rooms across the country? This is your chance to turn that dream into reality! Our Grand Prize Winner will win a Career Accelerator prize package valued at $5,000 that includes script & career development, writer branding and an education package and will be set up on VIP MENTORSHIP meetings industry …
Announcing the 9th Annual Sci-Fi/Fantasy Screenwriting Contest
Hey friends! The BIGGEST Science Fiction & Fantasy Screenplay Contest in the World is Back! Ever dreamt of seeing your Sci-Fi/Fantasy script come to life on the big screen or stream on flat-screens in living rooms across the country? This is your chance to turn that dream into reality! This is your chance to turn that dream into reality! Our Grand Prize Winner will win a Career Accelerator prize package valued at $5,000 that includes script & career development, writer branding…
How NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Went From a Stage 32 Script Consult to Theaters Nationwide!
Happy Friday, Creative Army! You know I love to shout from the rooftops when our Stage 32 members turn their passion and hard work into real-world success. And today, I’ve got a big one for you. Stage 32 writer Sean Farley’s new movie, NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH, is officially out in theaters! And what makes this moment even more thrilling? This film began right here on Stage 32—with a Feature Script Read + 30 Minute Consultation Call with an Executive. Stage 32 Managing Dir…
Celebrate the April 2025 Stage 32 Community’s Successes
Hello, Stage 32 Community! April is behind us, and you can feel the excitement growing in the industry. There’s an optimism that’s palpable, and we’re here for it. The box office is on a roll, and deals are brewing. I am looking forward to seeing what’s next! Now, let’s get to the fun part! It’s time for our monthly round of applause, aimed at just some of the incredibly talented members of the Stage 32 community, shining a light on their successes i…
Announcing More Access & Opportunities with Executives on Stage 32
Happy Tuesday, Creative Army! As the world continues to get smaller we love bringing together our community together every day through our platform. We wake up every day intending to give you all the tools and resources you need to help with your professional development as a creative. That's why I’m incredibly excited to share a major development that will elevate how we serve you here at Stage 32. As of yesterday, Monday, May 5th, we have officially migrated all of our co…
Coffee and Content: From The Clone Wars to Your Script- The Force of Preparation
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. In honor of Star Wars Day, we’re celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Lucasfilm Animation. Take a few minutes to watch this beautiful tribute video featuring the team behind The Clone War…
Ask Me Anything with Stage 32 CEO Richard "RB" Botto: The Current State of the Industry - Now Available On-Demand
Happy Friday, Creative Army! Since 2011, Stage 32 has been at the forefront of the global entertainment community, working every day to connect you to the resources, relationships, and real-world insight you need to move your creative journey forward. Whether you’re a writer, director, actor, producer, editor, or composer, our goal has always been to give you unprecedented access to industry leaders and decision-makers—and keep you informed on where the industry is headed ne…
From Vision to Reality: The Making of Penelope's Story & How It All Started on Stage 32!
When I first set out to tell Penelope’s Story, a deeply personal film about the re-birth of a victim of human and sex trafficking, I had a powerful idea, but little understanding of what it would take to bring it to life. This story is so close to my heart, as the spiritual journey of my main protagonist, Penelope, reflects how I was able to overcome mental abuse. What started as a vision slowly transformed into a finished film that has been licensed for Amazon Prime Vi…
Cannes Roll Call 2025: Who's Going? Who Has Films? + Stage 32 Events
The Cannes Film Festival in France is coming up in a few weeks! 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 over a decade. From education initiatives, partnerships, and parties, Stage 32 always has its finger on the pulse of the world's biggest film festival and market. Also, for the last 11 years, Stage 32 has been an official education partner of the Cannes Marché du Film. In addition to our…
Coffee & Content: The Future of Film is Now!
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Let’s kick things off with a huge shoutout to everyone who has already jumped into this month’s Introduce Yourself Weekend. Thousands of creatives from around the world are connecting, sharing their stories, and building relationships that will lead to collaborations, opportunities, and lifelong friendships. If you haven’t yet made your introduction, you’ve still got time! Head over to the Introduce Yourself Lounge and say hello befo…
30 Minutes With Nobody Wants This Hit Netflix Rom-Com Writer Mahtub Zare Mochanloo
If you’ve been dreaming of writing the next great romantic comedy, there’s never been a better time to learn directly from someone doing it at the highest level. On Monday, April 21st at 11:00 am PT, Stage 32 is thrilled to offer you exclusive FREE access to 30 Minutes with Mahtub — a live Ask Me Anything event with rising TV writer and rom-com powerhouse, Mahtub Zare Mochanloo. This event is part of Stage 32’s mission to connect our global community of creative…
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