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I'm hoping to produce a short film I've written on trauma and healing. But, I only have one film in my CV that was produced. I have written many scripts but they are in development, not yet produced. 90 of my educational live action and animation videos were produced but the company won't...
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BBC and NBC Universal Unscripted Opportunity
https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2025/bbc-nbcuniversal-unscripted-partn......
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Jack Binder Interesting.
Amazon has launched a creative charities grant program providing £30,000 to charities that support underserved communities creatives. While the grant is not direct to individuals, if you meet these criteria keep an eye out for the winners of the grants to apply directly to them. Consortium grants ar...
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Awesome of you to post this opportunity Jack Binder
Jack Binder Way to go Jeff.. if Amazon were to offer creators a slice of backend profits...might be a deal maker.
There’s been a lot of uncertainty surrounding theatrical exhibition in the streaming era, but AMC’s latest earnings report suggests that audiences are coming back, slowly but surely.
The company’s revenue rose 35% to $1.4 billion, and its net loss narrowed dramatically to $4.7 million. AMC and its Eu...
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Absolutely wonderful news for the theatrical industry! This year is rebounding to be a banner box office success. Cinema is indeed gaining traction as both Paramount, Apple, and Amazon focus on the th...
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Ashley Renee Smith AMC is clearly struggling. In each of the last 3 years they've had total revenue between $3-$4 billion but in each of those fiscal periods they've also managed a net loss of $356 -...
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I am again forced to take immediate action regarding another scammer on Stage 32. I have already written to support@stage32.com
However, I must alert everyone here because this scammer looks a bit more legit and thus easier to fall for the trap.
If you contact anyone, or they contact you, about possi...
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Ryan OL He'd say: "Pay attention son ...I say..." his name was Foghorn Leghorn!
... Thank you new lounge moderator!!
Ryan OL, I remember Foghorn Leghorn if that is the character you mean. I chose the name Barnella because I named one of the chickens on the farm Barnella....
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Rutger Oosterhoff 2, I am definitely no lounge moderator, but Maurice Vaughan is a very good one....
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Thanks, Wyman Brent. I appreciate it.
It's a feature film.
Hi, Salustiano Berrios. You could search for a line producer in the Browse Members section (www.stage32.com/people?name=&location=&roles=Line+Producer).
Did you read this blog called "Influencers vs. I...
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Good luck in your search Salustiano Berrios. If you're looking for a film budget www.FilmBudget.com is the international leader in worldwide film budget and schedule, film finance business plans, and...
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Excellent question! There are many worthy film projects that need Producers, and sometimes Line Producers are connected with real Film Producers who are working for them looking for great movie projec...
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Good evening from Southern California. Has anyone ever hear of David Ready who claims to be a producer? I recently received an email from him saying that he wants to collaborate with me on a screenplay and he charges a $3,000 facilitation fee through a NDA. Regards, Lorenzo
Hi, Lorenzo Fleming. That was a fake David Ready account. Stage 32 deleted it. If you see a fake account, scam account, or suspicious account on Stage 32, email support@stage32.com with the person’s n...
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As filmmakers, we know that creativity is only half the battle—financing is the other mountain we climb. Whether you're producing a short film, a feature, or a series, finding the right funding can feel like chasing shadows. That's why I'm happy to share a resource I recently discovered through Stag...
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You are welcome Wyman Brent, and I am so happy this information is helpful. I am cheering for you and excited for what the future holds for you. Good things :))...
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Sandra Isabel Correia, thank you so much. I also wish you the best for the future.
Thankssss Wyman Brent
Great advice! There are so many ways of getting a film made and making the most of incentives like these gan give you the biggest bang for your buck.
Thank you Ewan Dunbar. There are significant opportunities ahead—especially for us in Europe. What we need now is the initiative to engage strategically, take decisive action, and shape the right mome...
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I have seen scammers on Stage 32. Scammers happen on every site. They are as unavoidable as pollen in warm weather. I have always reported scammers directly to support@stage32.com and the scammers have been dealt with swiftly. I do not name the scammers publicly. Today I am making an exception. I re...
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I got this email too, could be him privately. I didn't respond as I have no business interest in Hang Seng Bank and these type of messages are often followed up with question to give away contact details and pay a sum of money.
Willem Elzenga 2, it is always a scam, a very obvious scam.
They work at these games all day and night and make a good living at it. They despise their victims and call them stupid.
Netflix is making major waves in the international financing space again, this time by significantly expanding its investment in Spain. In this Deadline article, co-CEO Ted Sarandos outlines how Netflix plans to bolster its production footprint in the region, citing both economic opportunity and cul...
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Ashley Renee Smith They appear to be data-driven and strategic. With Spanish spoken in 21 countries, it’s no surprise that Spanish-language titles on their platform have generated over 5 billion hours...
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It took us 6 months to raise 150 million euro for our studio complex expansion but the 5 million movie we are working on is entering the second year of being funded.
Congratulations to you and your team on raising 150 million euro, Alex Francis! What’s one of the things someone would need to raise funds for a studio complex expansion?...
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That is amazing! Congratulations on your incredible success. I would love to hear more about your studio and what you are doing there. Best wishes from an American living in Germany..
Alex Francis That really captures the paradox of film finance. Raising €150 million for a studio complex, while a massive undertaking, often involves leveraging tangible assets — land, buildings, infr...
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Stage 32 community! Have you been wondering how you pitch to investors and what the best approach is for your own film or show is? My background as a CPA has been a unique blend of 'family office' finance for ultra-high-net-worth investors and as a finance advisor and consultant in the entertainment...
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Really helpful Q&A webinar! I'm glad I was able to attend. Thank you, Emma Louise Smith and Stage 32!
Thank you @stage32 team for organising and for the great questions for those who joined!
Ashley Renee Smith NO! oh man, I'm so sorry we didn't get that hug!!! would have loved that - next time please :)
Now I am incredibly creative thanks to being on the extreme spectrurm of creative synesthesia. Plus, having ADHD with hyperfocus. I develop fully realized shows and films in a couple of days. I write...
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Emma Louise Smith You have an active CPA license in the USA or Monaco?
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Hi, Ilanna Mandel. I just remembered Stage 32 has a blog about film grants. "Unlocking the Secrets of Film Grants: The Ultimate Guide Every Filmmaker Needs!" www.stage32.com/blog/unlocking-the-secrets...
Expand commentHi, Ilanna Mandel. I just remembered Stage 32 has a blog about film grants. "Unlocking the Secrets of Film Grants: The Ultimate Guide Every Filmmaker Needs!" www.stage32.com/blog/unlocking-the-secrets-of-film-grants-the-ultimate-g...
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Yes, I've seen that. But doesn't answer my question, LOL.
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Ilanna Mandel There are several funds out there. Simply apply and there are some funds specifically for women in film.
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If you know specific ones I would be pleased to know. But I am looking. The Ontario Arts Council has a special fund for artists with disabilities. So I will try that too.