I'm a writer, teacher, composer, conductor, and musician currently based in South Florida. I am working on a screenwriting certificate through NYU and have had some early good feedback from film festivals and evaluations.
I've focused on fantasy features and pilots. I have four scripts in the works and I look forward to being a part of this Stage 32 community and seeing what everyone is doing.
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Fantasy is one of my favorite genres to write. What's one of your favorite things about writing Fantasy?
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I grew up reading, watching, and interacting with fantasy, so it's one of the genres I'm most familiar with. I also find that it allows for different avenues for exploring themes and situations, since the reader/audience member is not tied to strictly interpreting through a realistic lens. Sometimes sending yourself or your reader out of the ordinary helps the story break through in a more impactful way. I also enjoy being able to build a world that changes the way a character would interact or respond to situations.
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You're right, Matthew Karram. "Sometimes sending yourself or your reader out of the ordinary helps the story break through in a more impactful way." World building is one of my favorite things about writing Fantasy. Do you come up with rules, technology, etc. for your worlds?
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I try to think of what the major difference for the world is, then come up with the rules/technology that would follow from that.
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Welcome to Stage 32, Matthew Karram! I’m Ashley Smith, the Head of Community here, and it’s wonderful to have such a multi-talented creative in the mix.
Your background as a writer, teacher, composer, and conductor brings such a rich perspective to screenwriting, especially in the fantasy genre, where emotional tone and world-building are deeply intertwined. Congratulations on the positive early feedback from festivals and evaluations, that’s a fantastic start!
Since you’re working on fantasy features and pilots, I highly recommend joining the Screenwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting) to connect with others developing genre work, share your process, and explore collaborative opportunities.
You may also want to post in the Composing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/composing) to share some of your experiences or professional tips. We have many filmmakers and composers there who would benefit from your unique blend of storytelling and musical expertise, it could lead to some inspiring conversations.
If you’re looking to deepen your craft and connect with executives, you might also enjoy our Writer’s Room. Writers from around the world meet weekly to workshop material, pitch projects, and grow together. Here’s a free month to try it out: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip
And if you ever want personalized guidance or help connecting with creatives who align with your goals, our Success Team is always available at Success@Stage32.com.
Excited to see how your skills across disciplines shape the stories you bring to life here!
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I like that approach to world building, Matthew Karram! Looking forward to hearing about your scripts when you're ready to talk about them! And you could post your scripts on your profile. Producers search profiles on here for projects. Click the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and select “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu. Scroll down to “Loglines” and click “Add/edit loglines” to the right of “Loglines.” You can also post your scripts on your profile this way: www.stage32.com/loglines (near the top where it says “Add a Logline”)
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Welcome! Matthew Karram That's awesome, good luck with your journey. You're in the right space.
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welcome my friend! I have a totally epic fantasy script on my profile. I think you'll like it! Good luck on your certificate!
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Greetings, Matthew Karram . Congratulations on your film festival feedback. Keep us posted!
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Some sage advice in here already, Matthew Karram. So I'll just say welcome to the community. Fantastic to have you here.
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Welcome Matthew Karram