The fallout over The Interview is a massive censor-shit on freedom of expression and speech. Ridiculous. As creatives we thrive on such a platform. This is bigger than the financial bottom line. This is a threat to our given right to create.
A broke writer attempts to network on Stage32 in hopes to make movies with like minded individuals. Heartwarming and meta af. Tragedy was not a genre option.
Amazing. The solid big points I will take away: It rarely takes more than a page to recognize that you're in the presence of someone who can write, but it only takes a sentence to know you're dealing with someone who can't. Which brings us to an ugly truth about many aspiring screenwriters: They thi...
Expand postAmazing. The solid big points I will take away: It rarely takes more than a page to recognize that you're in the presence of someone who can write, but it only takes a sentence to know you're dealing with someone who can't. Which brings us to an ugly truth about many aspiring screenwriters: They think that screenwriting doesn't actually require the ability to write, just the ability to come up with a cool story that would make a cool movie. The main point I made was that he'd fallen prey to a fallacy that nails a lot of first timers. He was way more interested in telling his one story than in being a writer. And much more! Everyone in the industry needs to read this article period. Thank you for this read.
Couldn't agree more, any serious writer that has worked as a reader for any management/script acquisitions company, or given notes on the multitudes of bad scripts floating around the Hollywood strato...
Expand commentCouldn't agree more, any serious writer that has worked as a reader for any management/script acquisitions company, or given notes on the multitudes of bad scripts floating around the Hollywood stratosphere just to avoid wasting a producer's, their boss's (or perhaps even waste) time, will tell you that Josh Olsen has hit the proverbial nail on the head. Honestly, it's almost heart breaking at how few writers actually do deserve the gratis of a professional, but will never receive it due to the exorbitant amount of bad scripts floating around, because as he stated, everyone thinks they can write! Bravo Mr. Olsen.
I will not read your fucking script. Just kidding, I had to do it ! Your comments will show others how not to think and write, I'm going to leave writing to some body else for now !
I've heard countless stories regarding those that have gone to LA and ended up going back to their hometown or staying in LA but saying "The demand far outweighs the supply" and had to revert working full-time to pay for rent, etc. I've always thought making the move to LA from Seattle would be ques...
Expand postI've heard countless stories regarding those that have gone to LA and ended up going back to their hometown or staying in LA but saying "The demand far outweighs the supply" and had to revert working full-time to pay for rent, etc. I've always thought making the move to LA from Seattle would be questionable in attempting to secure stable work as an actor and not detracting from it by working elsewhere to pay bills, but the common theme among these stories is they are either going down with no experience or don't know where to look for work and expect an agent (if one even signs them) to do all the work for them. Thoughts?
That was my point. Cheap pay for small gigs, with no real future to them. IF you have a real agent with real connects who can get you infront of real people then by all means. Classic example YOUR TV...
Expand commentThat was my point. Cheap pay for small gigs, with no real future to them. IF you have a real agent with real connects who can get you infront of real people then by all means. Classic example YOUR TV Pilot for two weeks for NO PAY. I do not see why you could not connect in your area with some short movie makers, and if someone sees you have talent, the read would be a formality for a real paying gig. Then it would be about a short term rental in an expensive city. Until the next one. I agree with the thinking that "You miss 100% of the shots you do not take." W.Gretsky. But I also believe in live for today but PLAN for tomorrow. Give it a shot....Looks like you are no stranger to relocating. Who knows you might meet the right people to do exactly that? Maybe this post was a formality and you have made your mind. Only waiting to hear come on in the water is fine....
I Gotta go buy a lottery ticket.
People will argue the old adage that luck is simply when preparation meets opportunity. In Hollywood, there is some truth there, but luck is a major factor. That said, luck may get your foot in the do...
Expand commentPeople will argue the old adage that luck is simply when preparation meets opportunity. In Hollywood, there is some truth there, but luck is a major factor. That said, luck may get your foot in the door, but skill will keep you in the room. It's really about your endurance level, and how realistic your idea of success is versus that of the majority of failures who commit an exodus out of LA after they haven't been made a star within their one to two year time frame. I always tell people to go walk the Santa Monica pier or Venice Beach and look at all the highly talented, gifted artists who hustle for loose change in their hats and didn't make it. That will be your competition, and if you can stare that in the eye and press forward, then you're ready for Hollywood. It takes a certain level of crazy to pursue an industry like this, and those who succeed are usually people who would rather die (literally) than perform in any other profession. However, I'll leave you with this - Sean Hayes once told me that if you have a plan B, go do your plan B; to make it in Hollywood, that better be your plan A-Z from the start. Best of luck!
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Hi Daniel. I'm RB, co-founder and CEO of Stage 32. As an actor, screenwriter, and filmmaker, I know first-hand the challenges all creatives face finding work and attracting attention to their projects. That's why we created Stage 32. Since our launch in September of 2011, the community has grown to 125,000+ members strong spanning 180+ countries making Stage 32 the social network uniquely populated with the most creative people on Earth. This is a network for you, built by you. Like most things in life, the more you participate, the greater the rewards. We ask all new members pay it forward an...
Expand postHi Daniel. I'm RB, co-founder and CEO of Stage 32. As an actor, screenwriter, and filmmaker, I know first-hand the challenges all creatives face finding work and attracting attention to their projects. That's why we created Stage 32. Since our launch in September of 2011, the community has grown to 125,000+ members strong spanning 180+ countries making Stage 32 the social network uniquely populated with the most creative people on Earth. This is a network for you, built by you. Like most things in life, the more you participate, the greater the rewards. We ask all new members pay it forward and invite at least 5 fellow creatives and to spread the word of Stage 32 through other social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. You can also invite fellow creatives through the site by using the "Send Stage 32 Invites..." button on the upper right side of your profile. The more creatives, the stronger the network. The stronger the network, the more opportunities. Thanks for joining the movement and for being a part of this most talented and inspiring community. PS - Please take a moment to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter at @Stage32online.
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Sounds like a reality show for screenwriters who want to break in- I, Susan Mcgregor (aka Susan Ruggiero ) wants to break in, so does Sally Doe, etc.