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Denise Jackrel
Screenwriter and Returner to Workforce

Hi all,

It's been a while since I've been here, and I hope everyone is well.

I created a docuseries, Born to Be Me, that spotlights dynamic families, with their joys and challenges, navigating their cognitive and physical differences, up against society's high expectations. This project is currently i...

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Niki H

Welcome back, Denise! So glad to have you here.

Shelly Walker RIch

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Shelly Walker RIch

Good Luck! Hope you find the perfect fit!

Morne Patterson

Welcome back Denise :)

Benjamin Elliott

Welcome back Denise Jackrel!

Ashley Renee Smith
Networking Just Got An Upgrade With The Stage 32 App!

Hey, Stage 32 Fam!

Check out these great new tips for upgrading your networking here at Stage 32 on today's blog!

https://www.stage32.com/blog/networking-just-got-an-upgrade-with-the-sta......

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Leonardo Ramirez

Ashley Renee Smith That's such a cool tool!

Benjamin Elliott

Thank you for sharing this!

Saif Eddine Regragui
Revealing "Bethell": A Cosmic Filmmaking Journey

Hello, Stage 32 Community!

I'm Saif, hailing from the beautiful landscapes of Morocco. Today, I'm thrilled to share a unique journey with you, one that led to the creation of "Bethell."

Birth of Bethell:

A few years ago, I set out to explore the vast world of filmmaking. My fascination with the mysteri...

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Bethell | Lunarise Pictures
Bethell | Lunarise Pictures
Bethell (2023): In the vast expanse of space, a team of explorers stumbled upon an unexpected and enigmatic planet called "Peniel". A team dispatch to the planet's surface. As they confront unforeseen…
Leonardo Ramirez

You are very welcome Saif Eddine Regragui . All the best to you!

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Saif Eddine Regragui. Ok, sounds great.

Saif Eddine Regragui

Leonardo Ramirez Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate your support.

Robin Gregory

Good for you, Saif Eddine Regragui! Your creativity is endless. I'm sure you will do well.

Saif Eddine Regragui

Thank you, Robin Gregory for your kind words, It mean a lot to me !

Patricia Stepp
Second Project

Nearly forgot...my second project is a sci-fi feature film, so far. That one came about from my fascination with ancient archeology, UFO's, and ancient astronaut theory, the translation of some of the Sumerian tablets cemented the rest of it. Sumerian mythology. What if what we know as human history...

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Niki H

I don't think that's weird Patricia! I can't tell you the amount of rabbit holes I go down because I have to know more.

Debbie Elicksen

Patricia Stepp that sounds like a fun project.

James Thayer

Ever speak with Linda Molten How? She is quite the expert on this and then some!

David Abrookin

Sounds really interesting, Patricia Stepp!

Patricia Stepp

Thanks, everyone. James, no I have not spoken to her. An expert on weird stuff? I'd love to have a conversation with her!

Gareth Taylor
Hello fellow filmmakers!

Hi everyone!

I'm a cinematographer with over 15 years in the industry. I sometimes direct as well. As a Stage32 Thought Leader, I'm happy to help if you have any questions or are curious about anything related to filmmaking.

I shot the US portion of Sound Of Freedom which had a great theatrical run...

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Gareth Taylor - Cinematographer | DP | Director of Photography - Los Angeles
Gareth Taylor - Cinematographer | DP | Director of Photography - Los Angeles
Gareth Taylor is a cinematographer, photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles. His work focuses on narrative and commercial content.
Gareth Taylor

Geoff Hall Thank you as always. Really appreciate the words and right back at you. I hope you're well.

Maurice Vaughan

Sorry to hear you got covid and broke a rib on your birthday, Gareth Taylor. Happy belated Birthday! Glad work is picking up. I'm doing great. Staying busy with spec projects and networking....

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Nick Waters

Awesome Gareth Taylor! Congrats on your success with SOF!

Gareth Taylor

Thank you Nick Waters !!

Morne Patterson

Well done Gareth Taylor

Richard Kelly
Manager Needed-Please Reply

Hello from Richard in UK- I am looking for a Manager or even someone interested in my Film Rights. I have 4 Pitch Sessions for Script Pitches Reserved- as I have 2 adaptions in Horror of my Graphic Novels. I have 6 creator owned Graphic Novels http://www.graphicnovellitagent.com attached is a poster...

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Graphic Novel Lit Agent - Graphic novel tales
Graphic Novel Lit Agent - Graphic novel tales
© 2022 Graphic Novel Lit Agent, All Rights Reserved
Debbie Elicksen

Richard Kelly You should post this in the Jobs section to find the people you need. :)

Jack Binder

Congratulations!!

Travis Seppala
Intro weekend

A bunch of you know me already, but here we go:

I'm a produced screenwriter with 1 project on Tubi (CAPTIVE) and another coming next month to Shudder (ELEVATOR GAME). Both have been reported on in Deadline, Fangoria, JoBlo, Bloody Disgusting, and a variety of other movie news and horror news sites.

I...

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Dr. Muzaffar Shah-khan

Sup. I want to get my show on Tubi, thatd be lit

https://youtu.be/M2Bh0pthS-s

Nicolas Simonin

Congrats on creating indie horror. Each movie made is such an accomplishment!

Travis Seppala
Travis Seppala

Nicolas Simonin For sure! AND thanks to the 2 sales so far (for CAPTIVE and ELEVATOR GAME) I'm now totally debt free! So that's always a plus.

Travis Seppala

Maurice Vaughan Enjoy CAPTIVE. That one is significantly closer to my original script with just a few differences (mainly the ages of the characters -- they were meant to be teens, but producers felt...

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Nicolas Simonin
Praising fellow Horror & Thriller Makers

Big shout out to everyone exploring the Unknown by writing, filming or producing Horror or Thriller content! We need fresh Horror. I am a Producer & Writer LA based obsessed with Lovecraft,Lynch & Hitchcock. Reach out if you want to connect, share tips, a drink or brainstorming the World of Horror!

Maurice Vaughan

Great to meet you, Nicolas Simonin. We do need fresh Horror. Writing fresh Horror is one of my goals every time I come up with a story. I write Thriller sometimes. Congrats on the awards and success!...

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Iannis Aliferis

Welcome to the community.

Martin Reese

Nice to meet you Nicolas Simonin. Horror is one of my genres. I'm pitching one now.

Lillie GG.
Hello all, my name is Lillie.

I appreciate advice and hope to make some connections with others here. --- Kindly, Lillie...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Lillie GG.. I haven't been to Japan, but it's one of my favorite places. I wrote a story that took place in Japan, and I did a lot of research to make sure the story and details were a...

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Lillie GG.

Maurice Vaughan may I ask what is the Japanese item you created, can you share more about that? What part of Japan or time frame is it from?

Maurice Vaughan

It was part of an Adventure/Animation kids show I came up with called "Adventure Stories!", Lillie GG. Each episode, the protagonist went on an adventure in a different place around the world. I event...

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Nick Waters

Great to connect Lillie GG. Feel free to reach out to us directly at edu@stage32.com for guidance on your career and our education here at Stage 32....

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Lillie GG.

Nick Waters I will dive into that soon, I look forward to that assistance if needed, very valuable priceless assistance.

Pj McIlvaine
My Second Act

After I was sued for $15 million by Rupert Murdoch/20th Century Fox on an arcane copywriting issue, I had to re-invent myself. So here I am in my second act and loving it.

PJ McIlvaine is a prolific best-selling author, screenwriter, and journalist.

PJ is the author of the twisty adult contemporary c...

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Pj McIlvaine
Pj McIlvaine
Author | Screenwriter | Editor | Journalist
Geoff Hall

Pj McIlvaine wow, Pj. How did you get out from under that? That’s a heck of a story.

It’s great to see you on the IYW. I hope you find a home here.

Vincent J Paterno

Glad to meet you! Armed with an absurdist sense of humor, I write comedy features (mostly rom-coms). I ran the classic Hollywood site Carole & Co. (dedicated to Carole Lombard, patron saint of screwba...

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Sam Sokolow

Hi Pj McIlvaine - great to meet you here in the community! That is really some story. Inspired by your perseverance, tenacity and drive.

I'm the Director of Education here at Stage 32. If I can ever r...

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Maurice Vaughan

Sorry to hear about the lawsuit, Pj McIlvaine. Congratulations on "My Horrible Year" being nominated for a Daytime Emmy! Hope your second act continues to be great!

Dr. Muzaffar Shah-khan

Damn PJ

Shona Dutta Charlton
Greetings Rebel Scum!

Brit Filmmaker, writer-director and now theatre director as well. Look me up on IMDb.me/shonadcharlton

We have a worldwide filmmaking collective, for Rebel Scum only, we meet over zoom and get up to no good. The only rule is it’s got to be sci-fi. It’s kept many of us going through the strikes and st...

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George Ioannidis

If you need a composer feel free to text me and discuss about it...

Maurice Vaughan

Can I join the rebellion, Shona Dutta Charlton?

Jason Boyer

Sci Fi is one of my favorite genres. I'm currently writing a sci-fi fantasy feature script.

Amanda Toney

Very cool! Entertainment Attorney wise I'd recommend Thomas A. Crowell, Esq. based out of New York, or Elsa Ramo from Ramo Law based out of LA.

Rebecca Ann Bentley
Aussie Hello From LA!

Hi all!

Hope you all are having lovely weekends. I am a queer neurodivergent Australian writer, director & producer. I write and make diverse stories with strong characters that break stereotypes, make people think and sometimes can be confrontational to watch. My production company, Bentley Pictures...

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Nick Waters

Sounds like you're up to some very cool work Rebecca Ann Bentley ! Keep it up!

Rebecca Ann Bentley

Thank you Sam Sokolow !

Rebecca Ann Bentley

Thank you for the kind words Sachin K Pal. I am so excited to bring more representation I wish I had growing up and make people feel less alone.

Rebecca Ann Bentley

It's lovely to meet you too Morne Patterson ! :)

Rebecca Ann Bentley

Thanks Nick Waters ! Hope everything is well with you.

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