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In this 90-minute webinar, Academy & BAFTA Award-winning Producer Gareth Ellis Unwin will use his background as an experienced producer to showcase his approach to creating a successful international co-production.
Using examples from the various projects he has co-produced under Bedlam Film Product...
Expand postLooking forward to hosting tonights webinar and getting to tell you a bit about the films I've produced with co-production partners over the years.
Hi Gareth, I am a screenwriter and looking forward to this webinar. Last week, I attended a webinar and spoke with Joan Lane who wrote the screenplay of The King's Speech so I am looking forward to yo...
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The most critical aspect of building an independent film project from the ground up is having the right creative partners in the endeavor. Bringing on a Director that can bring the vision of your script to life and be attractive to talent and finding the right actors for the lead roles that work cre...
Expand postHere to help answer any questions, best email for myself and the education team is edu@stage32.com :)
No one likes to see a production company shut down, especially an independent film studio that is beloved or even an offshoot of a major studio. I’ve been employed in both of these when they’ve shut down and it’s never a pleasant day even when you know it’s coming.
But there are many factors that go...
Expand postThis is so incredibly important to understand and thank you for shining the light into the "behind the curtain" Laurie Ashbourne, as to how things are truly working. Its important to have the corporat...
Expand commentThanks, Stephanie Moore - the "light behind the curtain" isn't always about exposing a charade (although it often is) from my perspective, I prefer to look at it as keeping us all on a path that is tr...
Expand commentLaurie Ashbourne thanks for being one of those that takes time to educate! It is so important to understand and innovate, be that positive change!
Hello! I wondered if anyone knows about any production company in LA that produces short films.
Hey mate, I don't know of any. If you're in LA, just head over to Craigslist and build your crew ... if you need financing, then it's up to you.
Hi Fernando! I'd recommend networking with people here in the Stage 32 community. If you have an idea for a film and a script, I'd recommend putting it up in our JOBS section (top menu bar: https://ww...
Expand commentHey Fernando Balzan! My name is Jim Hoey and I am a new moderator here in the Producing Lounge. Amanda Toney said it all. Networking here on Stage 32 will not only get you pointed towards short film p...
Expand commentI do! Suenitomedia.com send script to theatouchton@gmail.com
We're blown away by all the amazing things that Stage 32 members are doing for their careers. Check out today's blog to cheer your fellow Stage 32 members on!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/celebrate-the-march-2024-stage-32-community......
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The Archival Producers Alliance believes documentary filmmakers should value primary source material above anything generated by AI. https://www.indiewire.com/news/business/documentary-producers-generative......
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I doing an AMA on Stage32 today and we're talking about Common Red Flags for Producers! If you're not a member of the Stage 32 Writer's Room, you can get a month free to check things out... and ask me a question there today by signing up at: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip !...
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Hi everyone! I am new to the lounges but have written a couple of blogs in the producer blogs and wanted to share here as well. Please read and if you have questions I am always happy to interact and either share, research, or find someone with more information than me to lead people in the correct...
Expand postCertain equipment and facilities rentals require insurance. So if your production is above no-budget, you’ll probably need it just to get what you want.
Mike Boas absolutely, and with E&O insurance it is needed to make sure that someone doesn't decide that something about the project is theirs, or that paperwork wasn't done correctly or something like...
Expand commentSam Sokolow same! I am excited to see what I can learn from those on the insurance front lines!
Film Studio Was Behind Oscar Winners ‘Spotlight,’ ‘Green Book’... Released 135 films and 5 series, won 21 Academy Awards, including 2 Best Pictures, 4 Best Documentaries and 2 Best International Features, won 18 Emmy Awards, earned more than $3.3 billion in global box office." ...wow
(https://variety Expand postWOAH. This is shocking, truly shocking. Participant's films are thought provoking and their choices have always been bold. This is a blow to the studio system. I'm sure we might see a creation of a ne...
Expand commentAh man. Participant has impactful films, Pat Alexander. “Green Book” is my favorite. Participant "won 21 Academy Awards out of 86 nominations, and 18 Emmy nods across five television series. Its title...
Expand commentIt's crazy. They were behind so many amazing films, including Roma, which is one of my all time favorites!
It will be fine. Trust me....
Expand commentI approach it with the mindset of 'don't overthink everything'. Just go for it. There are always hurdles to overcome. Work with what you have and don't let everyone's opinion overtake your process. Have fun, make art. Rules are meant to be broken. :)
Stage 32 Certification has been working tirelessly to bring new film commissions, institutes, colleges, streamers, and other organizations into the mix. This week we’re welcoming the Polish Film Institute to Stage 32 Education!
Check out today’s blog to find out more and watch a video of Richard "R...
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"Attack of the Killer Tomatoes."
"The Warriors," Pat Alexander.