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

Sam Sokolow
First deal at TIFF announced (and the festival hasn't even started)

TIFF starts in 2 days but the deals are already closing. Grindstone & Roadside Attractions landed the North American distribution rights to Dito Montiel's RIFF RAFF. It's exciting to see independent films get this type of traction. Feels like one of the greatest times ever to be making indie films....

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Jack Binder

Great news, good to see acquisitions picking up!

Sam Sokolow
New South African movies & show coming to Netflix

The international production community continues to grow and films and TV shows from all corners of the world are finding distribution and bigger audiences. It's such an exciting time to be a creator. I'm proud that Stage 32 Certification is being utilized to support the South African production com...

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Netflix Unveils New Films, Series From South Africa at MIP Africa
Netflix Unveils New Films, Series From South Africa at MIP Africa
Netflix unveils a slate of new films and series from South Africa at MIP Africa, including 'Disaster Holiday,' 'Happiness Is,' and 'Love Never Lies: South Africa.
Sydney Summers

Love to see how the international production community is expanding and making waves globally! It’s fantastic that Stage 32 Certification is playing a role in supporting such a vibrant community, espe...

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Sam Sokolow
My Story Of The Day!

Blown away by the story of MILK & SERIAL. Made for $800. Released for free. Will make these guy's career. So inspired!! What are your thoughts? https://variety.com/2024/film/news/milk-serial-curry-barker-slasher-yout......

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Xochi Blymyer

That's very cool. Crazy how things can take off like this! As I was reading it, I did think of Blair Witch Project - sounds like he's on his way to topping that phenomenon.

Dan MaxXx

Dude wasnt a keyboard filmmaker, got his hands dirty and made something great.

Ashley Renee Smith

This is so neat! And sooooo creepy looking, which honestly makes me even more interested to see it.

Ewan Dunbar

Fantastic! Sometimes doing stuff like this, whether it is successful or not, is the best film and film industry school you can have!

Sam Sokolow
More Lasso?

Looks like its coming together. Are you ready for more Ted Lasso? https://deadline.com/2024/08/ted-lasso-season-4-deal-near-brett-goldstei......

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'Ted Lasso' Heads Toward Season 4 Greenlight With Options Pickup For 3 Core Cast Members
'Ted Lasso' Heads Toward Season 4 Greenlight With Options Pickup For 3 Core Cast Members
'Ted Lasso' is plotting a return for Season 4 as cast options have been picked up for Brett Goldstein, Hannah Waddingham and Jeremy Swift.
David P Perlmutter

I haven’t see one episode.

Ashley Renee Smith

I dont know how I feel about this actually. I loved the show. Truly. But it ended so beautifully that I wouldn't want this to undermine that. That being said, I know I would watch it. I wouldn't be able to stop myself.

Xochi Blymyer

Yea, Ashley, didn't expect this but I will definitely take the chance and watch it! :). Thanks for the good news Sam Sokolow - a fun show to look forward to seeing....

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Ewan Dunbar

Great point Ashley Renee Smith . Its interesting when this happens to very good shows. Ted Lasso was some of the most finely crafted TV seen in years and follows some other shows that were exceptional...

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Leonardo Ramirez

Saw that this morning, Tom Lapke . Would be interesting to see how it all turns out.

Xochi Blymyer

I've worked with directors who like to work with the same actors on multiple shows so that wouldn't be a good argument in my opinion. There's so many medical and detective and crime shows that sometim...

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Omar Greene

Very interesting, but not surprising at all. We can't choice our family, should ok picking our friends. But Xochi, let us know what you find out there haha.

Maurice Vaughan
Stage 32’s September 2024 Education Schedule!

This September, you’ll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning writers, producers, directors, cinematographers, actors, consultants, assistant directors, authors, distributors, financiers, and representatives who have worked on or represented WESTWORLD, MINDHUN...

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Sydney Summers

Thanks for sharing, Maurice! I’m excited for the month ahead and all the great educational opportunities. If you have any questions about our upcoming programs, feel free to email us at edu@stage32.com

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Sydney Summers.

Xochi Blymyer

A ton of great things are coming next month!

Sam Sokolow
Skydance Will Merge With Paramount

Bronfman steps aside and David Ellison will get what he aimed for - Paramount. David Ellison broke onto the scene co-starring in, and financing, Tony Bill's WWI aerial epic FLYBOYS. He is a supporter of content and artists. I hope that this means Paramount's future as a content purveyor and financie...

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Paramount Board Special Committee Confirms Skydance Merger Will Close In First Half Of 2025, Says "Go-Shop" Period Has "Concluded"
Paramount Board Special Committee Confirms Skydance Merger Will Close In First Half Of 2025, Says "Go-Shop" Period Has "Concluded"
After a late bid led by Edgar Bronfman Jr. fizzled, Paramount's board confirmed that a planned merger with Skydance will close in the first half of 2025.
Jack Binder

Ellison has established a strong and intelligent track record of investments in film and television. Will be interesting to see if he can reinvigorate Paramount Studios.

Tom Lapke

Why do I feel like this still isn't over?

Ashley Renee Smith

Oh how the turns table... Lol

Tom Lapke
How to Produce, Finance, and Distribute Your SAG Ultra Low Budget Film

Hey everyone. We have a really fantastic class coming up that I wanted everyone in the Producing lounge to know about. Our upcoming class, How to Produce, Finance, and Distribute Your SAG Ultra Low Budget Film, is being taught by Michelle Alexandria, a Producer and Distributor with 20+ years of expe...

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Maurice Vaughan
From Page to Screen: The Art of Adaptations

If you’re thinking about adapting a book into a film, check out today’s blog by Eileen Cope. She’s a 25-year veteran in the book publishing industry, both as editor as well as literary agent.

www.stage32.com/blog/from-page-to-screen-the-art-of-adaptations-3838...

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Jack Binder

Very interesting topic. Great opportunity to learn this craft!

Ashley Renee Smith
Tomorrow's FREE 24-Hour Ask Me Anything in the Stage 32 Acting Lounge!

Hey, All!

This Wednesday (8/28) Stage 32 is hosting a FREE virtual Ask Me Anything with Kym Jackson in the Stage 32 Acting Lounge! Kym is an Actress, Producer, Author, & Stage 32 Thought Leader (The Hollywood Survival Guide For Actors, THIS IS US, THE SECRETS SHE KEEPS, N.C.I.S) sharing her wisdom an...

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Ricardo Javier Campoli
Doubts of a priest. How to make non-commercial films?

Dear friends, I will be as brief as possible. First of all, I am a religious, a member of the Salesians of Don Bosco Congregation and I am also a priest. I have a degree in Audiovisual Production and Realization and I made my opera prima in 2019 and that is free on YouTube.

 My concern is as follows...

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Craig Prickett

Ricardo there is a number of Christian arts trusts that may be a possible funding oportunity for you.For example The Passion Trust,The Christian Arts Trust etc etc.I'd start looking into as many of these as I could to start.Best of luck.

Ricardo Javier Campoli

Thank you so much Graig! This information is truly helpful. God bless you.

Craig Prickett

Father if you'd like to message me I've got a couple of ideas that might be useful to you.

Ricardo Javier Campoli

Great idea! Thanks! I'll be sending some thoughts on this privately.

Sam Sokolow
La Bamba remake in the works

The 1987 film was pretty fabulous, especially Esai Morales and Howard Huntsberry bringing it as Jackie Wilson. Will be interesting to see how they make it for today's audience. Are there any other musician biopics that you'd like to see remade? https://variety.com/2024/film/news/la-bamba-remake-deve...

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'La Bamba' Remake in Development From Mucho Mas Media and Sony Pictures (EXCLUSIVE)
'La Bamba' Remake in Development From Mucho Mas Media and Sony Pictures (EXCLUSIVE)
Mucho Mas Media and Sony have teamed up to develop a remake of the 1987 film 'La Bamba,' based on the life of rock and roll legend Ritchie Valens.
Dan MaxXx

Nope.

Movie Bosses just too lazy for new stories; they wanna make sure they pay off their mansions & kids' private schools

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