Adrian Long: Screenwriter.

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Hello! My name is Jody, and I just joined today. I’ve written some published indie comics and an infamous Harry Potter spoof. I’m working on a comedy screenplay and love being around creative people. I live in California with my two cute, demon-spawn, plant-destroying kittens. I love going to the nearby beach and taking photos and sell some of my photo cards along the coast. I’m hoping to make some new friends here. Nice to meet everyone.

I have a question. I'm writing a biography based on a memoir. It follows the lead character from age 4 all the way to age 60. Is there a rule of thumb on what ages each actor would play the character from and to? Age 4 through 8? Then 9 through 12? I don't know! Also, how do you name them in the script? YOUNG JAN, (let's say Jan is her name), TEEN JAN, YOUNG ADULT JAN, and the just JAN when she's at her oldest age? Just curious how you would approach it. Thanks!

Hello everybody!

I'm currently working on a fantasy action adventure screenplay and I am using flashbacks to tell a crucial part of the protagonist's story.

My question for everyone is, how do you use flashbacks in your screenplays? Any tips or techniques you would be open to sharing?

My style for this screenplay is to use the flashbacks to set up drama and conflict between the protagonist and his brother.

Happy writing everyone.

- Adrian Long

Hello everyone,

I'm working on a crime/action/drama screenplay and I am looking for a Hispanic writing partner to collaborate with. This story has plenty of criminal action but at it's core is the family drama.

What I'm looking for:

• A collaborative spirit who is up for brainstorming and developing ideas together.

• The screenplay is in its early stages, so there is plenty of room for creative input. I've done a rough construction of the characters and story.

• The story features a diverse cast and explores themes of family trauma, loyalty, justice, and healing. Mix in plenty of exciting action.

My goal is to send this to a competition before the end of the year.

Thank you.

-Adrian Long

Hi Adrian. I'm RB, Founder and CEO of Stage 32. As a screenwriter, producer, actor and filmmaker, I know first-hand the challenges all creatives face finding work, landing representation, launching projects, securing funding and simply making the connections that will make a difference in their careers. That's why I created Stage 32. Since our launch in September of 2011, the community has grown to 1,000,000+ members representing every country on the planet making Stage 32 the social network uniquely populated with the most creative people on Earth.

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