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Hi, Brandy Camille. Happy Holidays! I rewatched How The Grinch Stole Christmas starring Jim Carrey this month. It's still an incredible movie, and I picked up some screenwriting tips from it.

Amazing score by the late great James Horner....I was sad when they finally took down the Whoville sets on the Universal backlot. I always laughed during the tour because right around the corner from Whoville was the sets from Psycho and The Bates Motel lol

I didn't know the Whoville sets were taken down, Brandy Camille. They could make a Whoville movie. And I just got a script idea. It's a Horror How The Grinch Stole Christmas kind of script. Thanks.

Brandy Camille I love this post, Brandy!!! And I agree, those composers, and those movies, they always move me, and have the power to transport me to the ... the epic holiday, the purest joy of Christmas, I always seek, and find it in those stories, and that music. And I want to thank you, you've assisted me in so many things, questions, emails, everything you do, it's just unbelievable. Happy, Happy Holidays to you and your partner, and a wondrous 2026!

Hi, Mone't Weeks. Incredible reintroduction! Congratulations on everything you accomplished this year and your entire journey! I hope you accomplish a lot more next year! Thanks for the encouragement and thanks for being active and supportive on here.

Thank you, Maurice! Congratulations to you as well on all your many accomplishments,

You're welcome, Mone't Weeks. Thanks. I hope you and your family have an incredible time during the holidays!

Hope 2026 is your year!

Selma may everything that you touch prosper in 2026

Hey, Daniel Stuelpnagel. Congratulations on all the success! Hope you make a lot of connections in Fort Lauderdale and have more success in 2026!

Hey Daniel Stuelpnagel - always great to see you here and hear about your progress with SUPER TURBO JET BOATS. Really cool and inspiring how you are growing that IP and staying committed to the adventure. Wishing you great success in Ft. Lauderdale. Stage 32 Certification is in a partnership with the Tampa film office right now, we're talking to Miami Dade County, I just heard about an indie feature gearing up in Jacksonville - Florida is in the production zeitgeist and its great that the state has gotten another talented artist!

Sam Sokolow I appreciate that and thank you so much, YES!

I saw that Florida connection on RB's Instagram and that caught my eye,

I'm scouting more locations for additional production in this area (including the miniature action figures action surfing in the beautiful Atlantic waters here),

and it is indeed a friendly array of locations, ample coastline public beach real estate and some areas quite undeveloped, with vintage-style naturalistic views and parklands, year-round semi-tropical weather being perhaps the top five-star aspect.

I did just receive Best Animated Comedy Short from the Avalonia Festival in Jacksonville and although I did not make it up there for their event this past weekend, I look forward to attending a festival screening at some point, it's been a wild adventure indeed and so much more joyful work ahead, I appreciate especially your thoughtfulness!

Maurice Vaughan thank you so much always!

Likewise for you a wonderful new year and Happy Holidays!! ᕕ(⌐■_■)ᕗ ♪♬

You're welcome, Daniel Stuelpnagel. Thanks. That's a beautiful view! Happy Holidays!

Hey Stefano Pavone ! I've had about 4 weeks break from physical writing, and focusing on my small production house - with the primary focus on screenwriting. Going to put finds into IPO and registering with Companies House, and then searching for my ideal agent/management. A very exciting time!

Hi Meriem, i DID in fact let my mind wander freely, and fortunately came up with all the laterals to my flagship series haha! Can't wait to get into my audio endeavours in the New Year. All so exciting!!!

wishing you all the best for 2026, go forth with confidence!

Hi Haley, definitely worth starting solo, time will bring the right people to you. Good luck!!!

Thank you very much Emilia-Maria

Sam! Thanks so much, I appreciate hearing those words - unfortunately my brain is a little too creative sometimes, it's ALWAYS asking 'what if' questions, and that tends to end up with even MORE to write about. But I love it haha!

I will indeed share it as soon as it starts becoming live - visibility is key, right?? :D

so great to have you here on Stage32 Elle Bolan ! looking forward to continue learning from and with you in 2026 :)

Thanks @Sebastian. I've learned quite a bit from you too! Also looking forward to growing further together with all of you in 26! Have a beautiful and blessed holiday season!

thank you Elle Bolan ! A blessed holiday season back at ya' :)

Elle Bolan I'd say those are my top three as well. Although i'm not a writer (audio engineer). Look forward to getting connected. Have a wonderful weekend.

Hi Elle Bolan Thank you for being so willing to help. I wish you a Happy Season Holiday and an excellent 2026.

Hi! D A Stenard I hope your dog feels better soon! There's definitely so much going on in the world,. I think pausing, finding solace and writing is a good way to hone that energy into something meaningful. I hope you feel better as well, good luck!

Hi D A Stenard I totally get it. Especially when our fur baby is sick. I am not stressed out because I refuse to go to the store. Ha I did all my Christmas shopping online. Groceries too, that's how I handle the chaos. Crowded stores give me anxiety, so why put myself through it? Also, I find going for walks helps. If you have a nearby park or walking trail, just spend time without the phone, mindfully enjoying nature, and the sunlight. That always makes me feel better. I hope you are having unseasonably warm weather like most of us, and aren't in the frozen tundra.

THANK YOU THANK YOU EVERYONE. i should not have unloaded on the INTRODUCE YOURSELF chain. I apologize but I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and interaction. This is mostly about my dog, but the vet says she should be better in a few days. Thank you thank you thank you. I will be fine and you are all wonderful

I'm so glad your dog has a positive prognosis!

You're welcome, D A Stenard. It's fine to unload in your introduction post. Hope you and your family have an incredible time on the holidays!

Hi Tennyson! Great to meet you. Happy holidays to you and yours! I just subscribed to your channel and I look forward to your insights!

Tennyson Stead Awesome! Told him about you, he recognized "Star Citizen" right away! "Wow...cool, super awesome" his words : ) He's not on Stage 32, but I told him to look for you on Blue Sky : ) So marvelous to connect!

Likewise, Juliana Philippi!

Thank you for the sub, Elle Bolan! I tend to answer all the comments, so please ask any questions you have!

Thank you for subbing up, Dwayne Williams 2! I'm putting this channel up to try and help people find their voice on the screen, so please don't hesitate to ask questions!

Hi again Tony! How are ya? You have any big holiday plans?

yes Maurice Vaughan Maurice peer review is great when you feel like you can trust your peers I just get this sinking feeling that my Works being screen captured and used so it just scares me

Salisu Abdullahi yeah I'm going to just keep doing the best I can and I'm going to keep at it as best as I can it is all I can do I'm trying to condense currently my page is 11 to 25 into 11 to 20 because that's what the class assignment requires for this project and I'm having some problems with rider duet making sense I'm also having an issue with what's it called structure because page 3 is overlapping with page 4 making it unintelligible I think it's just a formatting thing but I'm not a computer guy so I don't know I'm hoping chat GPT can help me fix it

Elle Bolan not really any big plans I've got to work Tuesday and I've got some doctor's appointments tomorrow and some VA benefits stuff I've got to work on but then just spending time with family on the 24th and 5th and working on this as best I can so yeah that's kind of where I'm at at the moment I'm trying to find extra money to join the writers room like you suggested but just the annual subscription plus the subscription for writer duet and the subscription for chat GPT so I can use the projects and keep everything organized and one subscription after another my wife is a little scared but I've been working 6 days a week and just getting about half a day then I'm spending writing on Saturday night and some Sundays before I go back to work Monday morning at 1:00 a.m. Central Time so yeah I'm just trying to fit my life around this new desire and as far as holiday plans they're just another current complication to my life being what I needed to be. I'm kind of wishing I was still in my twenties so I could be skinny and maybe find a gay sugar daddy

Hi Tony welcome!

Vital Butinar thank you and welcome to you as well

@Tony, I completely understand! Life doesn't get cheaper just because we have dreams, does it? And the holidays throw a monkey wrench at us all.

The good thing is, everything in its own time and on your schedule. Don't rush to join in on every suggested path. Sometimes those are just things to keep in mind for when you can or when you're ready. This is your journey. It won't do you or your writing any good to place undue pressure or stress on yourself.

Here is it.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.computerlunch.evolution

Always good to see your posts Dwayne Williams 2 - hope you're having an amazing and connecting IY Weekend friend! You do amazing work and it's an honor and a pleasure to know you!

Dwayne Williams 2 thanks for all the great post and interaction this year - look forward to more of it in 2026 and wishing you an awesome year ahead! cheers

Hi, Dwayne Williams 2 Your work sounds fantastic. I love creative work. The way you blend visual development with worldbuilding and genre storytelling is a powerful combo. Congrats. I wish you a Happy Holiday Season and an excellent 2026.

This is awesome, great to meet you. Dwayne Williams 2 Lots of quality work and skills. Well done.

As I am in your corner Leonardo Ramirez 2 - 100%. Grateful for having begun our friendship this year and I have no doubt it won't be long before we collaborate creatively as well. I have lots to learn from you my friend. A Happy and Blessed Holiday and Christmas!

That goes both ways Sebastian Tudores - learning from you as well. Blessings and Merry Christmas!

Appreciate the good words, my friend. Means a great deal.

Hi, Sebastian Tudores Love the energy of your post, your passion for storytelling, coaching, and supporting this community really comes through. Stage32 is lucky to have someone who creates, teaches, and uplifts all at once. Excited to see what you bring into 2026, and thanks for sharing the Open House info. Have a Happy Holiday Season and an excellent 2026.

Hi Sebastian Tudores even thought you are on the Mod Squad with me and a fellow Webinar Moderator, I don't believe we have actually met. We seem to not be on the same Mod calls. I do read your posts, and I will say it is lovely to have you here in the community, and as one of those people who helps make this community great.

Hi, Tom Stohlgren. Great advice! Happy Holidays and safe travels!

Happy holidays, Tom!

Happy Holidays! and Best wishes! to you Tom

Hey Kit Wilson Twelve award-winning shorts plus 221 festival selections across fifteen features is serious validation. You've clearly mastered the festival circuit and know how to craft compelling work that connects with readers. Your Lynch/Twilight Zone aesthetic positions you well for collaborations with creatives who appreciate surreal, thoughtful genre storytelling.

Hey, Kit! So great to connect with you! Welcome to the community. Twelve award winning shorts and that many festival selected features is seriously impressive.

Love that you’re drawn to David Lynch and The Twilight Zone style storytelling. That kind of surreal thought provoking work always finds its people here. Even from the PNW you’re very much in the mix and it’s great to hear about your Portland and LA connections. Looking forward to seeing what you collaborate on next around Stage 32!

Hi Kit Wilson Welcome to the community! It's a huge privilege to have you here with us. Best wishes!.

hi,

we may have a fit. check me out on inktip where I have A. several scripts available….mainly dramas and thrillers.

all the best,

Ernest Pick

Epick16335aol.com

Hello Kit - interesting introduction - nice to meet you. I’m new here and hoping to write scripts for my spicy romance suspense thrillers . We love The Twilight Zone - in fact I have two box sets as gifts for my husband on 25th.