Been a while since I've been here, but here goes.

I'm a lawyer-turned freelance writer-turned-fiction author. I'm originally from Queens, NY, but my teen years were spent in various places.

I've been writing screenplays since 2009 (or before, maybe?). I started off writing mysteries, so my first efforts at screenwriting reflected that.

Here are a couple of loglines for the first scripts I've written:

Feature (thriller): A desk jockey FBI agent risks losing his job when he starts a rogue field investigation into his ex-wife's murder, which uncovers ties to a terrorist group infiltrating the government.

Pilot (one-hour drama): A young DC-based information consultant lands what seems to be the perfect gig. However, even though the job challenges her already strained relationships, failure to cooperate with the client could be deadly.

Here's one for my novel, DAMAGED GOODS, which was nominated for a Shamus in 2021: A female Marine veteran with PTSD and an opioid addiction is hired by a wealthy man to find his missing daughter. However, she quickly finds herself in over her head when she finds her client's partner has been murdered.

Now I seem to leaning toward writing comedy or dramedy. Possibly sci-fi. Even horror.

Short (horror): A mystery author who achieves great success must contend with a paralyzing case of writer’s block and harassment from online trolls, who torment her to the breaking point.

Pilot (half-hour dramedy): A grieving widow who enjoyed fleeting success as a self-published author must decide whether to join an all-female group creating a web series that challenges stereotypes about older women. Her perceptions, which seem to be compromised, are further challenged when she wakes up in an alternate reality.

Feature (comedy): An alienated albino teen girl does everything she can to befriend the school’s most popular girl, and by doing so, risks losing her most valuable allies.

Web series (action): A mystery woman uses skill and cunning to infiltrate and eliminate a hierarchy of criminal traffickers, working her way up through the ranks, until she finally confronts the big boss.

I've also considered starting a smartphone filmmakers' club. Maybe.

Or maybe I'll just write about one ... :)

Cheers!

MIGDALIA TORRES

BIOGRAPHY

I will begin by saying that I began my Writing Career as an Educational Professional. Having been in a Theatrical Club since my teen years in Middle School and at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico would be the best thing that ever happens to me. I first started as an Elementary English as a Second Language Student-Teacher on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico.

I grew to love the Performance Arts and fell in love with Creative Writing. There is nothing like a Live Performance on a Stage and the reading of Plays from former Students. My love for the Arts had blossomed. It is now my pleasure to share with you that due to such Great Teachers and Mentors some on the Internet my Career as a Creative Writer is here to stay.

I encourage all those who have Dreamed of been the next Play Write or Screen Writer to pursue your dreams and never give up. Someday you will be on Broadway the Great White Way or have your very own Movie at the Theaters.

Migdalia Torres

Creative Writer/Poet

I've been a member since 2014. Since joining I completed five screenplays. I was cast in a short through Stage 32 Jobs section. I wrote a blog. I finally joined Facebook, this site is better btw. I wrote a screenplay for the first time in less than four weeks , through a Write Club by a great Stage 32 Moderator: Beth. Love you Beth and Regina. These two are very smart ladies. I've read 4 screenplays from fellow screenwriters here. Two members read my screenplays as well. Most importantly I've met great, talented, giving artists from around the globe. Networking works, in all aspects, you just gotta be smart and use social media to your advantage. I didn't say this, our fearless leader, Richard "RB" Botto says it. Btw, if you are new here, don't missed RB's monthly webinars. They are packed with information, and fun. Last this Monday I will be featured in a YouTube program from the people at Film Courage. I highly recommend that channel screenwriters, actors and all film artists. Hope to see many of you in the lounges. Feel free to visit my profile, logline section and leave your comments. Please be respectful. Okay I think I covered pretty much all passed 2 years. Cheers from NYC. Stop by on April 18 on YouTube, were I tell my story and a little bit of my writing process. Film Courage channel. Hasta la vista baby!! Here is a preview trailer. I'm number 5, holding the cardboard. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RxeTLIELW-0

Hey everyone,

The London-based film group I co-run called Let's Make Films, is celebrating one year since it's formation this month.

If anyone is based in London, our next event is Tuesday 28th November at Framestore, with doors open at 6.30pm. It's the last one for 2023!

Location: Framestore (5th Floor Cafe), 28 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1LB

The presentations this time are:

“The ScreenSkills Film Skills fund - your whole career” with Emma Turner, Head of Film, Animation, & Future Skills at Screenskills

“The Whizz & the Bang - Practical Effects” with Patrick Thursby, Project Manager at Machineshop

Please sign up using the eventbrite link below

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-make-films-november-2023-london-tick...

This is a guestlist only ticketed event. Sales will end at 4pm on Monday 27th November

There will be drinks and light refreshments provided

November 15. Ford v Ferrari. Starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyYgDtY2AMY&fbclid=IwAR1gkqMSloqKipq0xjC...

Hello! My debut feature film "The Last Rite" is coming out in the U.S & Canada on the 26th November with Samuel Goldwyn Films.

Low Budget, Self taught filmmakers in the UK :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9_kdS2Ogk0

Thanks and hope you enjoy if you watch it!