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Meanwhile I've been working on a pitch for a little over a year. I haven't been consistent as I should in getting it in front of the faces of the right people, however, it's a pretty solid project. Pitch Desk, Script, bible, you name it...it's done.
I've run into two big headaches in...
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In this webinar you will learn how to identify the tone of your project, how to describe it in a pitch, and techniques for creating and maintaining tone in a script. Exploring this next-level element of screenwriting is producer, script consultant and educator Anna Henry.
Anna comes from a backgroun...
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Come and join me in the desert for a three night writer’s retreat at a gorgeous property in the Mojave Desert
In an effort to grow a brand from the ground up, I pursued adapting a chapter of my IP into a drama podcast - you know, a full-on production with actors, sfx, music... done by a company called movipods, spearheaded by Mike Burns. There is a rough concept clip of the 15min first episode, and the full...
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Thank s Maurice Vaughan Hope all is well on your end.
You're welcome, Abdur Mohammed. Things are great. I'm busy with projects and pitching.
Looks pretty cool Abdur Mohammed!A great step in the right direction!
This is very cool. I wish you the best with it.
Thanks all. I wish you all a prosperous, and successful year ahead.
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Honoring the brave (a life that is a movie):
"Lt. Col. Matt Urban" -
"Lt. Col. Matt Urban was the most decorated American officer of WWII, and that’s saying something. He fought in seven campaigns and was wounded seven times. He seemingly came back to life so often that the Germans gave him th...
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This guy's life would absolutely. Jack Reacher - but legendary level. Intensity. Courage beyond measure. Pain tolerance unmatched.
Hollywood should jump on this, if nothing has ever been presente...
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Hello Stage32...gosh it's been a while since I've visited. Used to be a regular on here you know, but life got in the way of my browsing, as I'm sure everyone here can appreciate.
To all I say Hello, and I wish nothing but prosperity, safety, and good fortune for you. Cheers.
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Draw energy and passion from the ageless wonder that is the lady within this video. Honoring all females throughout history that shattered perspectives and rose beyond the stereotypes that helped uptick more throughout history.
Forget boxes, labels, and definitions - branch out, be yourself, a...
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Happy International Women's Day to all the women on Stage 32 and all the women who help keep it running and growing!
anyone know if stage 32 is having a Family Friendly script competition this year?
Great Question Paul, but I have no idea. You should reach out to the Admins...
I agree with Miquiel Banks, Paul Rosengren. Here's the email for questions/concerns related to Stage 32 contests: contests@stage32.com...
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Hi guys!! hope you’re off to an amazing new year. soooo, I wrote an incredibly dope film that I’m excited and passionate about. it’s really good. (I’m bias.) So, it’s written, it’s been rewritten.
what’s next? what are the steps to production?
J.J. Allen how do you know your film is dope?
cool. What’s it about?
Fran Harris Good question! It’s a story I’m passionate about. I get to use my life, my faith, and good drama all in one. I get to bring conversation to a much needed grey area, but in an entertaining...
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Let's collaborate for post production.
I'm an amateur film editor, knows well how to tell a story through visual storytelling.
Congratulations on finishing your script, J.J. Allen!
You could enter screenwriting contests that move your career forward, like Stage 32's contests (www.stage32.com/scriptservices/contests).
You could...
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I cam across the name of Eric Vasquez while listing to the Independent Filmmaker's Guide podcast. He is a key art designer and has done lots of work for film and television. This video below is a great window into the life of a working and successful graphic designer. Even if what you or I do is not...
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I found this article interesting and it rings true to me. On a personal note, I also find it interesting that the films probably most "implicated" in their actors using steroids are the same films I tend to find least compelling or even watchable (but certainly not all).
https://consequence.net/2024/...
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it’s a fascinating topic. Both Stallone and Schwarzenegger credit Steve Reeves in the Hercules movies from the 1950’s for inspiring them.
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Hey J.J. Allen , I want to second what Sonia said above. Take what resonates with you and ignore the rest. There will always be different opinions on style and even content. I believe that once you ha...
Expand commentHey J.J. Allen , I want to second what Sonia said above. Take what resonates with you and ignore the rest. There will always be different opinions on style and even content. I believe that once you have a pitch that's scoring high marks and getting great feedback (other than minor differences of opinion) then your pitch is in good shape! Time to narrow focus. Think about targeting specific executives and companies. Look at getting your pitch to people who you believe will connect with it. Work on the Pitch Deck to have the whole package.
Hi Niki,
I understand your need to come to the defense of an exec on this stage and I have already addressed the issue with Lisa from Stage 32 who has already reached out. In my mind the matter is clos...
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I understand your need to come to the defense of an exec on this stage and I have already addressed the issue with Lisa from Stage 32 who has already reached out. In my mind the matter is closed. At this point there is nothing to be gained by further contact with Robinson who assuredly will just dig in and try and justify herself. Nothing to be gained there. Stage 32 prides itself as a open forum to exchange ideas and viewpoints. That is what I have done. I have purchased many pitch reviews from a variety of execs on Stage 32. As Sonia stated in her post, some are helpful, some not so much. In the case of Marcy Robinson, I did not get the impression, based on, again, much prior feedback, that she put much effort into her response. Her comments were an 'outlier', and, yes, everyone gets 'outlier' comments from time to time.There could be many reasons for this. Either she just didn't get the concept, didn't like the concept, or didn't like the fact that I was the one writing it - this references my 'prejudice' comment.(despite my background which I mentioned in the pitch) Maybe she just had a bad day. Who knows. EVERYONE on Stage 32 should feel that they can voice their opinion freely.
There was no 'accusation' as you have described it Niki. There was, based on prior feedback received from other execs that have I have received feedback from, my observation that Robinson did not appe...
Expand commentThere was no 'accusation' as you have described it Niki. There was, based on prior feedback received from other execs that have I have received feedback from, my observation that Robinson did not appear to have read or considered my pitch very carefully. Again, this was my observation and opinion and I was expressing it on this forum just as you have expressed yours. I should also note that I did, indeed, first reach out to Stage32 and resolved the matter with Lisa, who was very helpful. It was only when I posted here that you decided to 'swoop in' and get involved. Whether you realize this or not (and I think you do) this very well might cause other members to think twice about being direct and honest about matters relating to Stage 32, i.e, feedback, etc. And, as I have also previously said, most of said feedback has been helpful and informative. Unfortunately, this was not the case with Robinson. We should not feel that if we do, indeed, post candid concerns on this site that the Stage32 'PC' police will jump in and rap us on the knuckles with a yardstick, so to speak.
I have deleted my comments and will refrain from getting involved in the future. Thank you for bringing this to my attention.
You are welcome.