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Can't say I'm surprised. Seemed like the most likely outcome and the whispers were out there for a while.
What do you think about the move? Are you now more likely or less likely to attend?
https://variety.com/2025/film/news/sundance-boulder-2027-1236348874/...
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Tim Ogletree shares seven steps to making your first film in today’s blog, like “The Idea” and “The Financing.” Tim goes into detail for each step. This blog is a must-read for anyone developing their first film or thinking about making their first movie!
If you have any thoughts on today’s blog or...
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Lucky #7!
What's your favorite step when making a film, Dustin Quinteros? And which step is the hardest in your opinion?
The accomplishment of finishing that last page.. Hardest is a tie between getting the story outlined, and killing my darling.
"The accomplishment of finishing that last page." Sweet victory! You could save your darling for another script(s), Dustin Quinteros.
The Cannes Film Festival can be overwhelming when you plan to attend for the first time. Over 12,000 film industry professionals head to Cannes each year to present and discover almost 4,000 films and projects in development at 33 screening venues.
Fueled by this success, the Marché has expanded with...
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Hi, I could'n't attend the webinar, is there so place to see the replay :) ?
On Stage32, go to settings>my library If you registered it should be there.
The replay, just like all your Stage 32 education, will be available tomorrow under your settings (top right hand corner, gear icon) > My library
Hi Sydney S -- thanks for sharing. Cannes is definitely on my bucket list. I hope to be able to attend someday.
Thank you Amanda for this webinar. Despite being the 4th time I go to the Marché this year, this session was very informative and enriching.
Thanks for sharing this, Pat! I think there's something cathartic about creating a show that lampoons the Hollywood system -- kind of therapeutic...
I've seen people raving about The Studio on social media today, Pat Alexander. I plan on checking it out. I want to watch the show just to watch it, but I also want to see if I can learn anything abou...
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In today’s blog, Jordan Smith explains what a bottle episode is and shares some bottle episode examples (live-action and animated). If you plan on filming a bottle episode, check out this blog. www.stage32.com/blog/understanding-bottle-episodes-curiosity-about-story......
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Thanks for sharing, Maurice Vaughan! It's such a fun topic to dive into!
You're welcome, Ashley Renee Smith. It is a fun topic! I've seen bottle episodes, but I’ve never thought about writing one until I read this blog. I plan on putting a bottle episode(s) in the TV serie...
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Thanks Maurice! I've never heard this term before, but am very familiar with seeing these types of episodes. It's cool to look at TV shows from a new angle!
You're welcome, William Joseph Hill. I've seen bottle episodes, but I didn't know they were called that until Jordan made a post in the Screenwriting Lounge the other day. I plan on writing some bottl...
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Updated Summary of Sundance Film Festival 2025 Competition Films, Awards, and Directors. Included are descriptions of key films which were highly anticipated, along with the final awards winners.
https://filmbudget.com/sundance-film-festival-2025/...
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Thank you for sharing, Jack Binder!
Thanks, Jack Binder ! Your link and site is very informative.
Filmmakers and Worldbuilders,
If you’re as obsessed with the small, lived-in details that bring a world to life as I am, you’ll love this deep dive from Adam Savage’s Tested.
In this behind-the-scenes look at Apple TV+’s SILO, Adam visits the production’s paint department to chat with Senior Breakdown...
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It's exciting to see what goes into making props and costumes, Ashley Renee Smith! I spend a lot of time figuring out props and costumes for characters in my scripts. I like to use props and costumes...
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Thanks for this, Ashley! Been a fan of Adam since Mythbusters -- I've enjoyed learning more about his film work with props and special effects too.
There is a sudden resurgance of Frankenstein movies. I've always loved the book and enjoyed almost every attempt, from Boris Karloff to Robert DeNiro. What are your thoughts on Frankenstein staying alive? https://variety.com/2025/film/news/why-frankenstein-movies-coming-out-12......
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I'm excited, Sam Sokolow! And not just for the Frankenstein movies. All of the classic monsters. I like seeing different takes on the monsters!
@All I enjoy all monster film originals, many were made 1950s/60’ by Hammer Films UK. Been so many re makes internationally by various studios but ones that stand out have great acting & plot. VFX or polystyrene glued to plywood props its characters journey we remember.
Frankenstein is one of those rare stories that never really dies because it taps into so many timeless themes: the fear of the unknown, the consequences of playing god, the search for identity, and th...
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They are pushing the Christian Bale Franky film back to next year though. Yet, I am a Big Frankenstein Fan as well!
Stage 32 is hosting an exclusive FREE live webinar with Guillaume Esmiol, Executive Director of the Marché du Film at the Festival de Cannes!
Time: Today at 10:00 A.M. PDT / 1:00 A.M. EDT
– Find out what to expect at this year’s festival
– Learn how to use your badge to its full potential
– Build a...
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Starts in about 30 minutes! Sign up FREE here: www.stage32.com/education/products/how-to-navigate-the-cannes-film-festi......
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Rob Lowry is having a FREE Ask Me Anything, answering questions about “Using Music as a Narrative Tool”! All day in the Composing Lounge.
Rob is the acclaimed music supervisor behind The Lost City, Gossip Girl, Cha Cha Real Smooth, and 3 current theatrical releases (Companion, Heart Eyes, and Novoc...
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Stage 32 will be hosting an exclusive FREE live webinar with Guillaume Esmiol, Executive Director of the Marché du Film at the Festival de Cannes!
– Find out what to expect at this year’s festival
– Learn how to use your badge to its full potential
– Build a strategic schedule and navigate key venue...
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Even when you plan for a project, things can still go wrong or something unexpected can happen. What’s one time you had to pivot on a project (pre-production, production, or post)?
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Another major studio leaving a sinking ship and the perfect move for sure.
The real question is why Sundance was in Utah in the first place...
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Mountain town not far from skiing with more space than Park City, Nick Eff (Mandlamadi). Park City on steroids. Seemed like the most logical choice of the 3 finalists. Now if it will keep the intimacy...
Expand commentMountain town not far from skiing with more space than Park City, Nick Eff (Mandlamadi). Park City on steroids. Seemed like the most logical choice of the 3 finalists. Now if it will keep the intimacy and the charm, that's to be seen.
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Many of the reasons why for Boulder, Maurice Vaughan, are many of the reasons why not for Park City.
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Michael David https://www.quora.com/Why-did-Robert-Redford-pick-Utah-for-Sundance...
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