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Hi, Maurice! Definitely you have to mix it up a bit with the angle shots. In this case, the director had in mind regarding that shot that it would be a close up. In films, you’ll see close up shots on specific objects that is an integral part of the film. Just saw that in Blood Simple by the Coen Brothers. If a close up is being used on an object, you know that it is serving as an important part of the film.

Thanks, Sam. I enjoy the collaborative process with film directors because you are contributing something to the project. On another film I worked on, the director asked me to do a slew of storyboards because she needed help/assistance on composing the shots. She needed someone that had an ability to draw and visualize the scenes. Once I did it, completed the boards and sent them to her, she was very happy with my work. Sometimes, it’s troubleshooting the challenge and working it out. I always enjoy drawing/illustrating boards and concept art for directors and producers.

The Coen Brothers are incredible directors, Rich Terdoslavich! I'll check out Blood Simple. Thanks.

It was their first film. Neo noir. Highly recommend it.

Thank you, everyone for liking my work.

Welcome Samara..!!

You're welcome, Samara Aridi. Congratulations on the progress with your script! I'm looking forward to hearing what it's about when you're ready to share the details!

Samara Aridi Welcome to the amazing community. Best wishes

Samrat Sarkar Thank You!!

Vamsi Tankala Thank you so much !

Hey, Bartłomiej Skuza. Another Day in Hollywood sounds interesting! I like the title!

Reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with reps, executives, and more.

I think your logline could be tightened up some. Here’s a logline template that might help: After/when ______ (the inciting incident/event that sets the plot in motion), a _______ (the main flaw the protagonist has to overcome in the script or an adjective that describes the protagonist’s personality) _______ (the protagonist’s job/career/role) tries to/attempts to/fights to/struggles to/strives to/sets out to/fights/battles/engages in/competes/etc. _______ (goal of story and try to add the obstacles here) to/so/in order to ________ (stakes).

The inciting incident can also be at the end of the logline: A _______ (the main flaw the protagonist has to overcome in the script or an adjective that describes the protagonist’s personality) _______ (the protagonist’s job/career/role) tries to/attempts to/fights to/struggles to/strives to/sets out to/fights/battles/engages in/competes/etc. _______ (goal of story and try to add the obstacles here) to/so/in order to ________ (stakes) after/when ______ (the inciting incident/event that sets the plot in motion).

Loglines are one or two sentences. A one-sentence logline sounds better, and it takes less time for a producer, director, etc. to read it. Try to keep your logline to 35 words or less. Long loglines can make producers, directors, etc. pass on a project.

Avoid using “must” in loglines. “Must” usually means the protagonist is forced to do whatever they need to do in the story instead of doing it willingly. You might need to use “must” in a logline though, like when the protagonist is forced by another character to do something. Using “must” to choose between two options is fine.

Names in loglines are usually for biopics, well-known stories, and franchises (like Mission: Impossible).

Sometimes I put the location and date that the story takes place in instead of the inciting incident if it’s a Period Piece script.

All stories don’t follow this logline template. Biopics, documentaries, and Experimental scripts might not follow the template. The series logline for a TV show can follow this template, but the pilot logline and episode loglines for the show might not.

I love that you have listed your key goals Michael Mammarella . Check out some of the lounges to also find the people you might light to connect with. Just a side note as someone who worked in publishing for many years, traditional book publishing is not all that. There are many other options, if you really want your message heard.

@Michael Mammarella Hey, where abouts in Australia are you from ? I’m in Melbourne.

Hi Marie Hatten I live in Brisbane.

Thank you for your reply and advice Debbie Elicksen . I would love to hear your opinions on building a career as an author without finding a more traditional avenue. I have already self published my non-fiction creative writing book (The Writer's Compass) on amazon and other platforms, but without a lot of consistent marketing, paid ads and other things, it's been very difficult to get it seen. It's hard being a writer and also trying to do social media, marketing, ads, etc on the side, because they are both technically full time jobs.

Michael Mammarella Welcome to the amazing community. Best wishes!

Thanks for reaching out. Im doing great thanks for asking, I’m currently editing short and long films.

What projects are you working on at the moment?”

You're welcome, Mustafa Santoof. Congratulations on the editing jobs! I got a lot done during Stage 32's November Write Club. I'm rewriting a Horror Action feature script. It was my main project during Write Club.

That's great Mustafa Santoof I personally think you are in one of the safest jobs in film. While AI can edit clips together maybe for music videos and a bit for narrative, I think a human editor will always be better at not only analyzing and selecting the best performances, but understanding the rhythm of the cut and how to use that timing to evoke emotions.

What skill do you pride yourself on most when it comes to being an editor? Speed, precision, pacing, transitions?

Thank you, Kevin! I truly appreciate the opportunity and your encouraging words. When it comes to editing, here are the key areas where I excel:

• Pacing and Rhythm: I have a strong sense of timing, ensuring that every cut and transition aligns seamlessly with the narrative or musical beats. This helps in maintaining the flow and evoking the right emotions in both YouTube videos and films.

• Precision and Attention to Detail: I pay close attention to the finer details, from perfecting transitions to color grading and ensuring the visuals match the intended tone and style.

• Storytelling through Editing: I focus on crafting a cohesive story by selecting the best shots, arranging footage to enhance the narrative, and emphasizing key moments.

• Creative Visual Effects and Transitions: For YouTube videos and movies, I’m skilled at creating dynamic visual effects and smooth transitions that keep audiences engaged.

• Sound Design and Syncing: I ensure that audio matches perfectly with visuals, enhancing the viewer's experience and emotional connection to the content.

• Adaptability: Whether it’s fast-paced YouTube content that needs to grab attention quickly or a cinematic film requiring deep emotional beats, I can adapt my editing style to suit the project’s needs.

I’m confident that these skills will contribute to the success of your projects and elevate the quality of your content! If there are specific areas you'd like me to focus on or develop further, I’m always eager to learn and grow. Looking forward to collaborating!

Welcome to the amazing community

Quick update — just added full loglines & script info to my Stage32 profile. Feel free to check them out or connect if you’re into weird, dark, or just plain human stories. Always down to talk writing or collabs.

Tiny ripple in the void: a couple of folks already poked at these concepts, and the smoke is starting to rise.

If anyone else feels like chiming in — I’m all ears, fangs, and film stock:)

Hi, C.J. Night. Congratulations on a couple of folks poking at your concepts! I hope it leads to requests, sales, and more!

Thank you so much, Mr. Vaughan!

No real bites yet, of course — just as I predicted )

But hey, no harm in trying, right? The fun’s in the madness anyway.

You're welcome, C.J. Night. Yeah, no harm in trying. Hope you get real bites soon!

Hi, Tearany Hardaway. It's great to meet you. Welcome to the community. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Executives, producers, directors, writers, actors, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's November Community Open House was last week. It'll help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry pros. The recording is up now. It's free to watch. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-november-community-open-ho...

Asked for an add. Check out my full feature on youtube. SETESH 2025

Hi it's great to meet you and welcome to Stage 32!

you're welcome

Hello Tearany Hardaway

nice to meet you.

I also have a sci-fi project like that called The Disabled Puzzle: A New Life, which aims to create a new way of disability sensibilization and awareness through imaginative experiences led by normal volunteers.

Hi, Ted Lazaris. Reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with executives and more.

Did you read this blog called "Influencers vs. Investors - The Future Of Film Funding"? www.stage32.com/blog/influencers-vs-investors-the-future-of-film-funding...

And Stage 32 has free in-person Meetups that are great for networking (www.stage32.com/meetups). If you don't see a Meetup in your area, keep an eye on that page for new Meetups. And you're welcome to start your own Meetup.

Welcome to the community, James LO. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Producers, directors, executives, writers, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's November Community Open House was last week. It'll also help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry pros. The recording is up now. It's free to watch. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-november-community-open-ho...

Hashtags don't work on here, but Stage 32 has feedback services (www.stage32.com/scriptservices).

And you can do a script swap in the Screenwriting Lounge (www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting).

You could post your scripts on your profile. Producers search profiles for projects. That and networking are how I sold four short scripts to a producer. Other members can also give you feedback on loglines, synopses, and scripts. 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”)

Hi, Avery Goodwin! Great to meet you. Welcome to the community. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's November Community Open House was last week. It'll help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry pros. The recording is up now. It's free to watch. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-november-community-open-ho...

Reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with reps, executives, and more.

Avery Goodwin welcome. Dabbling and learning different genres is a great way to broaden our horizons and make us better at our craft. Good luck on your thriller script. I also love YouTube as a distribution channel.

Hi, Temisanren Bazunu! Great to meet you. Welcome to the community. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Directors, casting directors, producers, actors, DPs, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's November Community Open House was last week. It'll also help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry pros. The recording is up now. It's free to watch. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-november-community-open-ho...

I suggest jumping into the Acting Lounge, posting questions, asking for advice, and finding resources. www.stage32.com/lounge/acting

Wonderful to have you in our community Temisanren Bazunu. One thing that will help you connect and grow is by finding your tribe through the Lounges. Get involved with some of the conversations and know one thing: there is no such thing as a stupid question.

There are numerous webinars to learn more about the biz, and the Blog tab will connect you with some real meat in whatever you need to move yourself forward.

Hi, Deepika Viswanath! Great to meet you. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Producers, executives, directors, writers, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/the-importance-of-community-and-collaboration-in-th...

Stage 32's November Community Open House was last week. It'll help you connect with creatives and industry pros. The recording is up now. It's free to watch. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-november-community-open-ho...

I suggest adding a profile picture of yourself. People will feel more comfortable networking and collaborating with you if they know what you look like. And if you have a picture, your profile will show up when someone searches for you. You can upload a picture by clicking the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and selecting “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu, then clicking the red button underneath your location and choosing "Update profile picture."