Hello everyone... lots has changed since my last appearance on Stage 32... nice to be back... and in the saddle again. My father passed in 2022, have moved numerous times, and I just finished my new screenplay... my first in years. And it feels great to be back in a sense of normalcy again. Cheers 32!
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Welcome back Brian Shell
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Welcome back. Hope these resources work for you now!
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Welcome back Brian! Congrats on finishing your new screenplay, I'm sure that feels really good after all of the upheaval you've had in the past 4 years. Anything you're really looking forward to getting back to again on Stage 32?
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Brian Shell Welcome back! Finishing a screenplay after such a long break must feel good. What genre is the new script?
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Welcome back, Brian! I’m sorry for your loss, and it’s good to hear you’ve found your way back to writing. Congratulations on finishing your new screenplay! What kind of story have you been working on? I’d love to hear more.
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What am I looking forward to on 32? Connection with likeminded people... artistic... creative. My new script is a blend of Good Will Hunting and Contact/Disclosure Day - dimensional sci-fi with a professor/graduate student influence.
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That sounds like an interesting mix, Brian Shell. Combining the character-driven side of Good Will Hunting with dimensional sci-fi could make for something really compelling. Is the script more focused on the scientific mystery or the relationship between the professor and graduate student?
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Hi, @Brian. My condolences. Welcome back to Stage 32. Congratulations on finishing your first screenplay in years!
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Welcome back, Brian! Sorry to hear about your father. Finishing a screenplay after everything you've been through is a meaningful milestone. I hope this new project opens an exciting chapter for you, both creatively and professionally.
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Condolences & welcome back.
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Welcome home Brian Shell - so glad you made it back to us. Very sorry to hear about your father. Mine passed 10 years ago while my mother passed just last year. Always a tough thing but we are glad you're with us!
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Welcome back, Brian Shell! I'm Ashley, Head of Community here. I joined the team about three and a half years ago, so it looks like we're meeting for the first time. I'm so sorry about your father, and I'm really glad you've found your way back to a sense of normalcy. Congratulations on finishing your first screenplay in years. That's a big milestone!
A lot has changed around here since your last visit, so here are a few ways to get back up to speed:
Our September Community Open House walks through how to navigate the platform and the resources available to you, followed by a live Q&A: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32s-september-2026-comm...
Our Success Team can give you curated advice on your next steps with your new script, the best resources for it, and the professionals on Stage 32 best suited to your goals. You can reach them at Success@Stage32.com.
Our Representation Pitchfest runs October 21st through 25th, with over 15 agents and managers taking virtual and written pitches, if you're ready to get the new script out there: https://www.stage32.com/scriptservices/pitch-sessions?affid=ashblog24
I'd also love for you to join two of our FREE upcoming webinars. Our Austin Film Festival Prep Webinar on Wednesday, October 21st at 1:00 PM PT covers how to make the most of any festival or market: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/how-to-navigate-the-austin-fi...
And on Wednesday, November 18th at 1:00 PM PT, we're breaking down the script for THE PITT: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/the-pitt-free-script-breakdown
If you can't attend live, registering ensures you'll get the recordings.
So glad to have you back in the saddle, Brian. I look forward to seeing you around the community!