"Dexter" Producer in Development with Austin-based Screenwriter Because of Stage 32

"Dexter" Producer in Development with Austin-based Screenwriter Because of Stage 32

"Dexter" Producer in Development with Austin-based Screenwriter Because of Stage 32

Jason Mirch
Jason Mirch
4 years ago

Good morning Stage 32 Creative Crew! We’re back at it on this Monday morning to kick off the week with another massive Stage 32 success story announcement. But before we get into it, a quick update on the month of May. As you know, we’re a little over half-way through the month and at the moment there have been more than 20 new meeting requests from industry professionals looking to connect with writers through Stage 32 in May alone. That's over a meeting a day being requested.

Executives, producers, managers and filmmakers across the industry continue to tell me how busy they are looking for new material and unique perspectives. More and more these professionals are turning to Stage 32 to find material they can’t see anywhere else.

Which leads to the latest success story from Stage 32 from writer Robert Levering whose feature script, DISCREDITED CITIZEN is now in development with John Goldwyn Productions! You will recognize John Goldwyn Productions as the production company behind features such as THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY with Ben Stiller and BABY MAMA with Tina Fey, as well as the smash Showtime series “DEXTER”, and the upcoming limited series “DOPESICK” starring Rosario Dawson and Michael Keaton for Hulu.

At the helm of producer John Goldwyn’s development team is Mike Blutstein, the Vice President of Feature and Television Development. Mike recently reached out to me to say, **“**John Goldwyn Productions is developing a project we found on Stage 32!”

Dexter Producer in Development with Austinbased Screenwriter Because of Stage 32

John Goldwyn Productions produced the original "Dexter" series & its upcoming reboot for Showtime

Writer Robert Levering had booked a consultation call with Mike for his project DISCREDITED CITIZEN and Sci-Fi Thriller feature with a very unique premise. Robert is an Austin-based lawyer by trade who used his detailed knowledge of the legal system to construct a near-future story in which the main character becomes embroiled in a life-and-death situation that forces him to confront a horrifying truth to gain his freedom.

It is exactly the kind of “big idea” that Mike and John Goldwyn look to develop and produce. But of course, we all know how long development can take. As Mike explained, “It's a long process and we still need a lot of steps before it's anything, but it's just good to find awesome material on [Stage 32].”

Robert presently lives between Los Angeles, and Austin, where he spends most of his time writing and producing. His story is just another example that when great material finds its way into the hands of talented development executives amazing things happen!

I will have even more incredible stories to share as we move into Summer and development - and production - really start to take off. For now, please join me in offering congratulations to Robert, Mike, and John Goldwyn who are now in business together!

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Jason Mirch

Jason Mirch

Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter

Jason Mirch is a feature film and television producer and executive with over 20 years of experience. Jason also serves as a Writer Consultant at Stage 32 where he works directly with screenwriters, filmmakers, and leading industry executives.   In addition to his work with Stage 32, Jason runs...

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15 Comments on Jason's Article

Teodor Kutsarov
3D Animator, Author, Content Creator, Crew, Dramaturge, Editor, Filmmaker, Manager, Motion Graphic Design, Playwright, Screenwriter, Visual Effects Artist
Congratulations. Honestly this is awesome, so the question is: Are those the kin of Dexter, or is this later on the kin of Bine ??? Thanks !!
4 years ago
Alexander Merelo
Actor, Playwright, Screenwriter
Congrats, Robert, huge news indeed! I myself had a pitch session with Mike B., and he made a wonderful impression. I'm sure the two of you will have a great time developing this feature. Bravo!
4 years ago
Nice 
4 years ago
Monica Mansy
Actor, Screenwriter
Congratulations, Robert! This is amazing news. This is a perfect example of hard work meeting opportunity... and of Stage 32 making dreams come true... again! So exciting to see this.
4 years ago
Chantel Lee
Screenwriter, Director
This is huge! Congratulations, Robert!!! 
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
You rock, Chaun! 
4 years ago
Louisa Kendrick
Screenwriter, Actor, Director, Content Creator
Congratulations! It's great to see good material finding a home and getting produced. Thanks Stage32 for providing great networking opportunities.
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
You rock, Louisa Kendrick Burton! Love your spirit!
4 years ago
Mariannjely Marval
Actor, Screenwriter
That's wonderful news! Stage 32 is such an amazing platform. Congrats Robert! Can't wait to see this story!  
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
Thanks so much Mariannjely Marval for supporting your fellow writer! 
4 years ago
Shemar James
Author, Screenwriter
Wow, I really love this story. I think this is a reminder than anyone can be a creative writer, no matter what field they are in. It's awesome that Robert was able to incorporate his personal background into his piece and this is what make stories so much more unique and substantive! Congrats Robert and good luck on the process. 
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
I appreciate the positive vibes, Shemar! 
4 years ago
Tasha Lewis
Actor, Author, Choreographer, Dancer, Director, Editor, Filmmaker, Marketing/PR, Narrator, Producer, Researcher, Screenwriter, Student, Translator, Voice Actor
Congratulations on another success story!  We all need to hear members getting their projects out there and the process it involved!
4 years ago
Dawn Prato
Screenwriter
Congratulations!! That's awesome to hear, best of luck with everything!!
4 years ago
Jill A. Hargrave
Documentary Filmmaker, Screenwriter, Actor, Director of Development, Script Supervisor, Singer
How exciting! Congratulations to Robert Levering and look forward to hearing of the progress of your screenplay with Mike and John Goldwyn. It's inspiring to know that they found you on Stage 32.
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
Thanks so much for the support, Dawn! You rock! 
4 years ago
Martha Caprarotta
Author, Screenwriter
Congratulations, Robert Levering!  That's very big news!  Kudos on connecting your winning screenplay with a winning development team. Can't wait to see it on the screen. Thanks, Stage 32 for sharing these motivational success stories and for making such a connection possible for Stage 32 writers!
4 years ago
Joseph Campbell
Author, Screenwriter
Congratulations Robert, and good luck!
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
Appreciate the support Joseph Campbell! 
4 years ago
Laurie Ashbourne
Screenwriter, Producer, Author
Congrats, Robert!  Mike is a great guy.  Best of luck moving forward.
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
You nailed it Laurie Ashbourne! Mike is a great guy and so supportive of writers. I think this will be a great collaboration. 
4 years ago
Rashika Roberts
Screenwriter, Author, Host/Presenter
This is the perfect kickstart for Monday! Thanks for sharing and huge congrats to Robert! 
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
Thanks Rashika! Love your energy! 
4 years ago
Sandikazi Scwebu
Accountant, Author, Researcher, Screenwriter
Awesome story.  Congratulations to this winning team.
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
Thanks so much for supporting your fellow member, Sandikazi Scwebu! 
4 years ago
Jennifer Rauch
Screenwriter
So exciting! Talk about Monday motivation. Best of luck to you Robert!!
4 years ago
Jason Mirch
Creative Executive, Producer, Screenwriter
From one talented writer to another!  Thanks for the support Jenny!  Great chatting with you this weekend!  
4 years ago
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