Producing

The place for all producers to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice on raising funds, setting a budget, on set strategies and all other topics related to producing a film, television or theater project

Sandra Isabel Correia
Huge News – Stage 32 Partners with Bloomberg Original Studios!

Have you read the news?

Stage 32 has officially partnered with Bloomberg Original Studios to provide world-class training and certification to their global production teams!

This collaboration represents a major milestone for Stage 32 and reinforces our position as the global leader in entertainment i...

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Jack Binder
SXSW Film Lineup, New Titles Announced

Additional titles and complete lineup of SXSW Film now published:

A strong film festival strategy is foundational to obtaining distribution, publicity, marketing, and exposure for your indie film!

Good luck in filmmaking!...

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SXSW Film & TV Festival Lineup
SXSW Film & TV Festival Lineup
Explore Feature Films, TV projects, XR Experiences, and more at the SXSW Film & TV Festival. Browse the lineup by screening sections.
Maurice Vaughan

Thanks for sharing the article, Jack Binder. I'm looking forward to seeing a lot of these films, like THE ACCOUNTANT 2, ASH, and DROP! I liked THE ACCOUNTANT so much, and Ben Affleck is one of my favo...

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Maurice Vaughan
Stage 32 Partners with Bloomberg Original Studios to Train Global Production Teams!

Stage 32 has officially partnered with Bloomberg Original Studios to deliver world-class training and certification to their global production teams.

Find out more about Stage 32 Certification and what the partnership means for you in today’s blog. www.stage32.com/blog/stage-32-partners-with-bloombe...

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Sandra Isabel Correia
“ Oscars Consider Requiring Films to Disclose AI Use After ‘The Brutalist’ and ‘Emilia Pérez’ Controversies.”

The Motion Picture Academy is considering changing the rules for Oscar submissions. Starting in 2026, films may need to reveal if they used AI in their production. I think this is a good thing because it provides better security for improvements in performance or creativity. I think that finding a b...

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Sandra Isabel Correia

I like that Jack Binder :)) Great input!

Sandra Isabel Correia

Won’t eliminate Dan MaxXx If everything is used with balance! The issue arises when individuals who prioritize money over humanity exploit AI to harm society! That’s why transparency is vital! Of cour...

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Willem Elzenga

AI is just automating parts of the process and assisting. I am a very artistic director and a good one, but will be nowhere without my crew and cast. As long as I don't have money to hire assistancy o...

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Sandra Isabel Correia

Thank you Willem Elzenga I appreciated your post and makes sense for me! I believe is the truth we must believe and follow! Thank you :))

Willem Elzenga
The Brutalist is far to long.

"The Brutalist," has garnered significant attention for its extensive runtime of 3 hours and 35 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission. Despite its length, many critics praise the film's pacing and narrative structure. For instance, a review from MeriStation México notes that "despite its exten...

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Dan MaxXx

I did see The Brutalist, mainly I am a fan of the filmmaker. The length didnt bother me. Same as The Irishman or Once Upon A Time in Hollywood. What gets me to pay for a ticket is the filmmakers involved, not the length of the movies.

Tucker Teague

I have no problem watching very long movies as long as they’re good. Personally, I tend to love long movies that are well crafted and take the time to develop character and the intricacies and subtlet...

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Sam Sokolow

I agree with Dan MaxXx - the length didn't bother me and I thought it was a remarkable cinematic feat. I, personally, didn't love everyting about the film - especially some things the last 30 minutes...

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Dan MaxXx

Sam Sokolow i sat 3 hours total for Coppola's Metropolis. Guaranteed Razzie winner for Best Picture.

Willem Elzenga

I don't have the patience to watch 3 and half hours someone elses turd. Let's stick to 95 minutes, that's long enough to me and I am already 49 years old!

Maurice Vaughan
Creating a Press Kit for your Short Film

I found this Bloop Animation video about what to include in a press kit for your short film. What do you put in press kits for your short films or features (animation or live-action)?

Bloop Animation also shares a free press kit template in the video’s description box.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

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Leonardo Ramirez

Great find Maurice Vaughan - will have to save this one for future reference.

Sam Sokolow
India’s Bhanushali Studios Taps Sony Veteran Neeraj Vyas

In a major move that signals its ambitious expansion plans, Mumbai-based Bhanushali Studios Ltd. has named entertainment industry veteran Neeraj Vyas to the newly created position of CEO. This is another sign that the global expansion of the industry is booking and that films and series will be not...

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Sydney S
How to Produce a Feature Film with International Festival Appeal

How can you produce a film that will stand-out from the mass, and attract the eyes of the most competitive festivals in the world? What are festivals’ artistic directors looking for? That is what we will cover in this webinar.

Unfortunately, many films (especially in America) are funded through priva...

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Sam Sokolow

RB has been discussing the need for international appeal and the maximizing opportunities in the global marketplace we are now in. This is a great topic and an important webinar for filmmakers at ever...

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Richard "RB" Botto
Who Killed James Bond?

An entertaining piece overall, but also a deep dive into the economics of putting a Bond film together and the current challenges now that Amazon owns the MGM library.

https://archive.is/WpgsN

Sam Sokolow

This is a fascinating article, Richard "RB" Botto. As independent film grows around the world its interesting to read about one the great cimenatic brands in history facing it's own unique challenges...

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Richard "RB" Botto

It's also a "be careful what you wish for" situation, Sam Sokolow. Which makes all the talk about aggressive M&A over the coming years even more interesting.

Sam Sokolow

This just in... Amazon/MGM may be expanding their theatrical distribution business which could more easily pave the path for MGM titles to move forward, which could be a gamechanger for getting Bond b...

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Geoff Hall

Sam Sokolow Hi Sam, I’m thinking that distribution wasn’t the only problem that Barbara Broccoli had with Amazon’s approach to Bond?

“There were reports of late that 007 producer Barbara Broccoli was u...

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Geoff Hall
The Writer As An Entrepreneur: Part Two

Over the past year I’ve been working with Sandra Isabel Correia, who is not only my Executive Producer on ‘Seeing Rachel’, but also as a business mentor to encourage me back into the Producer’s chair.

This blog article plots the developments of both the progress of the film, as well as the transforma...

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Dan MaxXx

Curious, did you two sign contracts between yourselves & formed your company before seeking investors.

I fucked up when I didnt have a contract between my partners and it got ugly (who gets what %) when distributors wanted to know where to send the checks.

Sandra Isabel Correia

Is an amazing blog, Geoff Hall and our journey has been challenging but worth it! It's a joy to collaborate with you and contribute to the success of "Seeing Rachel"! Keep the good vibes....

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Geoff Hall

Dan MaxXx Hi Dan, I’m the sole Director of the company and it will be an umbrella company for any SPVs we may need, going forward with projects.

Yes, I formed the business before actively seeking inve...

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Geoff Hall

Sandra Isabel Correia Thank you, Sandra. As ever, I am grateful for our time together and I’m really excited about the interviews in March.

Ashley Renee Smith
Tomorrow's Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up – LIVE on Instagram!

Join us this Friday at 10:00 am PT / 1:00 pm ET for another exciting Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up with Head of Community, Ashley Smith, and Community Manager / Writer’s Room Producer, Kay Ross!

Upcoming events & education

Valuable resour...

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Ashley Renee Smith

If you missed today's Instagram Live, you can catch the full conversation HERE: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFyKrjXSUjy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&......

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Sam Sokolow

Awesome. Thanks, Ashley Renee Smith!

Richard "RB" Botto
Sweeter New York Production Incentives, Including Pot For Indie Film, Get Industry Push

The New York Film Coalition is including creating a new $100 million pool specifically for independent films in their new proposal to up film incentives in the state.

More should follow their lead. The resurgence in independent film is real and those that move now will be the beneficiaries.

https://de...

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Sweeter New York Production Incentives, Including Pot For Indie Film, Get Industry Push
Sweeter New York Production Incentives, Including Pot For Indie Film, Get Industry Push
New York Governor Kathy Hochul's sweetened film production incentives in her latest budget proposal, including a pot for indie film, are getting a push by local film commissions
Richard "RB" Botto

All great points, Sam Sokolow. Also, IMO, a shot directly at the heart of Hollywood and the Band-Aid on a wound expansion proposal they recently pushed forth.

Jack Binder

Very good news to hear. Both New York and California especially should absolutely do more to support indie film due to their high costs and highest crew rates in the country. Good to see New York stepping up and looking forward to how California's improved film tax incentives roll-out.

Richard "RB" Botto

Agreed, Jack Binder. But I'd like to see California revise theirs to truly support indie filmmakers. Right now, the privileged are still reaping the rewards.

Ashley Renee Smith

This is awesome, Richard "RB" Botto! This is exactly the kind of forward-thinking move that could fuel a major indie film resurgence! A $100 million pool specifically for independent films would be a...

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Richard "RB" Botto

Agreed, Ashley Renee Smith. They're reading the tea leaves and reacting. This reminds me of when Michigan and Arizona saw the opening and captured a massive piece of the indiefilm market. Feels like w...

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