Introduce Yourself

Thanks, Patrik Gyltefors. I might try Nuke, Houdini, or DaVinci Resolve. I want to learn how to make VFX for mood reels I'll use to help pitch my scripts. Maybe other things too.

Maurice Vaughan, I would recommend starting with DaVinci Resolve and color grading, as it is the last step in the pipeline, and really defines what the viewer will experience.

Ok, thanks, Patrik Gyltefors. I'll try DaVinci Resolve.

Maurice Vaughan, btw, what is your main genre? If I recall correctly, horror? What kind of effects are you looking to do?

Horror and Action, Patrik Gyltefors. I'm not sure what kind of effects right now.

Welcome to the community, Hypomorph Studios. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Writers, animators, filmmakers, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's next Community Open House will be January 28th. It'll also help you navigate the platform and make connections. You can ask questions about the platform, networking, and more live: www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32s-january-2026-community-open...

Stage 32 has a Screenwriting Lounge where you can get advice, ask questions, find resources, and get feedback (www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting).

I suggest using a photo of yourself as your profile picture. People will feel more comfortable networking and collaborating with you if they know what you look like. You can upload a picture by clicking the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and selecting “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu, then clicking the red button underneath your location and choosing "Update profile picture."

I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. It’s Stage 32’s policy that members have a proper first and last name or a pen name on their accounts. A lot of Stage 32 members are reluctant to accept network requests from profiles that don’t have proper names, and they’ll report the accounts as spam, which will cause the accounts to get removed. You can put "Hypomorph Studios" in your bio.

Maurice Vaughan Thank you so much for the welcome and for the helpful information, I really appreciate it.

I’ll be sure to update my profile details shortly. Looking forward to connecting with the community here.

Congratulations on the awards and being an international best selling author, Jonathan Fear! Does being a retired Medical Practitioner help you write stories?

Welcome, Kwizera! It's fantastic to have you here. Your passion for blending human emotion, technology, and African perspectives into globally resonant stories is exactly the kind of unique vision that enriches the entire creative community. As you dive into the craft and industry, you might find this resource helpful. It’s a foundational piece many of us here have benefited from in this blog Filmmaking Journey from Africa to Scandinavia: https://www.stage32.com/blog/1252 !

Your projects sound interesting, Deric Kwizera! Keep us posted on them. I'm rewriting a Horror Action feature script, outlining a Horror vertical series, and writing a Horror short script. I love writing deep, flawed characters that overcome things. Most of my protagonists are underdogs. I've been thinking about writing more Comedy too.

Hi Maurice, thank you — I appreciate that.

I really like your focus on deep, flawed underdog characters; that’s something I connect with strongly as well. Horror is such a powerful genre for exploring transformation and survival, especially when grounded in strong character arcs. Comedy is an interesting direction too — I think blending it with other genres can create something really fresh.

I’ll definitely keep the community posted, and I’d love to hear more about your horror feature or vertical series as they develop.

Thank you so much, Sam — I really appreciate the warm welcome and your kind words.

Blending human emotion, technology, and African perspectives is very close to my heart, so it means a lot to hear that it resonates. Thank you as well for sharing the blog — I’ll definitely take time to read it. Stories like that are encouraging and very relevant to my own journey.

I’m grateful to be part of this community and excited to keep learning and connecting here.

You're welcome, Deric Kwizera. I'll keep you and the community updated on my projects.

And Stage 32's next Community Open House will be January 28th. You can ask questions about the platform, networking, and more live: www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32s-january-2026-community-open...

Hi, Morrison James. Happy New Year and Introduce Yourself Weekend! Congratulations on shooting 3 films already and 2 getting accepted to screen!

Thanks for the compliment, Maurice Vaughan , here is my Author's Link https://amazon.com/author/adelsben057, you can copy and paste if it is not opening directly. thanks once again.

Thanks Peta Meredith Williams

You're welcome, Benjamin Adeleke. Thanks. I added your books to my read list and followed you on Amazon.

Thank you so much, Maurice Vaughan! I truly appreciate you adding my books to your list and following me on Amazon. Your support means a lot and keeps me motivated to share more stories.

You're welcome, Benjamin Adeleke.

Hi, Eduardo Alfredo. Great to meet you. Welcome to the community. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's next Community Open House will be January 28th. It'll also help you navigate the platform and make connections. You can ask questions about the platform, networking, and more live. It's free to sign up. www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32s-january-2026-community-open...

Stage 32 has a Screenwriting Lounge where you can get advice, ask questions, find resources, and get feedback (www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting).

And here's a blog for up-and-coming screenwriters: www.stage32.com/blog/the-questions-up-and-coming-screenwriters-need-to-a...

Geoffroy Faugerolas Thank you. It only took 15 years, 2 movies, 4 Emmys® and 200 commercials. As for 'tips' I'm always happy to talk about the movie biz with aspiring filmmakers.

Mikey Franks Thank you sir. It's truly appreciated.

Maurice Vaughan Thank you! Move Me No Mountain was my first feature and while I'm extremely proud of the team I don't feel it's my best work. I only had a couple of weeks to write it before we were in pre-production. I was stretched so thin and shot it in difficult circumstances during high covid restrictions. However, it is very pretty to look at and as the DP that makes me happy :)

Congratulations

You're welcome, Deborah Richards. What's the story behind the name 1905 Films?

Hey Leonardo! Happy IYW!

Happy IY Weekend Elle Bolan !

Hello, Leonardo Ramirez 2

happy IYW.

I agree with you—storytelling is not only about entertainment. It does so much to us as creators, and also to viewers and readers. It can teach, it can heal, and it can leave a long-term impact that goes deeper than any educational book or course.

For me, my creative journey has become my best friend. I develop characters and worlds and live with them. I may seem quiet and silent on the outside, but inside my head I’m living across entirely different timelines.

Beautifully said, Meriem Bouziani. You are so right in that it can heal and leave a long-term impact that runs deep. I love it that you refer to the journey as your best friend. My journey has taught me so much. We forget how much growth our creative side can bring us. Thank you Meriem.

You’re welcome. Have a great creative week and a wonderful year. Leonardo Ramirez 2

@meriem that's great! How is the writing going so far? Any specific obstacles?

@Tania very prolific! Make sure to follow up with our team of moderators at moderator@stage32.com if you haven't received your feedback yet and we'll follow up with the executive(s) to make sure it gets delivered promptly. Also, if you are getting ready to pitch the rom-com, even if the script is not ready yet, we're hosting our rom-com pitchfest next month, first week-end of February with 22 execs participating :)

@shane limited series are tough to sell. Better to make it an ongoing series. Streamers and buyers want series that can create franchises.

@Viquii you can DM me or email me at success@stage32.com so that I can advise :)

Thank you very much. Geoffroy Faugerolas

Everything about the story logic and controlling the global crisis, but I’ve corrected it now.

Hey Paolo Ippedico - it's an honor to meet you and welcome to Stage 32! Be sure to stop by the screenwriting lounge and get to know some of your fellow scribes: • https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting. Happy IY Weekend!

Kevin Jackson. I'm still taking a look around, as I’m looking for a manager to read my script. In the meantime, I'm rewriting certain parts, focusing on trimming some passages to meet industry-standard page counts for screenplay competitions.

Hi Paolo Ippedico, welcome! I’m Ashley, Head of Community here at Stage 32, and I’m really glad you’re here.

It’s great that you’re already clear about your goals; seeking management and connecting with directors and producers is exactly the right mindset to bring into this community. I’d definitely encourage you to stay active in the Screenwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting) and the Filmmaking Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing), where a lot of meaningful conversations, feedback exchanges, and collaborations naturally begin.

You may also want to explore the Writer’s Room, which can be a strong resource if you’re looking for more direct access to open writing assignments, professional feedback, and industry-facing opportunities. It’s also a very supportive space to grow your work and relationships. You can check out a free month of the Writer’s Room here: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip.

If you’re interested in leveling up specific skills or figuring out the best next steps educationally, our Education Team can offer personalized recommendations from over 3,000 hours of on-demand Stage 32 education. You can reach them anytime at Edu@Stage32.com. And when you’re ready to think strategically about connecting with the right partners, producers, or development executives, our Success Team is there to help with curated resources and introductions at Success@Stage32.com.

I’d also love to invite you to our FREE January Community Open House, where I walk through how to navigate Stage 32, build meaningful connections, and make the most of the platform as you develop your projects: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32s-january-2026-commun....

Happy Introduce Yourself Weekend, Paolo. Looking forward to seeing you around the community and learning more about your work.

Hello Paolo Ippedico. Italy, you say? In the script I just reworked last month, one of the protagonists (it's a two-hander) is trying to make it to Rome.

What genre do you most like to write in?

Hi Michael Dzurak, I like writing drama, thriller, and supernatural.

Hi, Kat Spencer! Happy Introduce Yourself Weekend! How's your year going so far?

Hi, Kat! Happy Friday! How's your weekend going?