Jason Liquori: Screenwriter in Asheville, North Carolina.

A few years ago I had the interesting opportunity of meeting the producer who had a movie to the screen before I had finished writing a very similar script. I had not even had the chance to send it out, so there was no way someone had "stolen" the idea. For years though I had been curious about how so many points matched up. I had a theory and when I got to speak to this producer I was able to confirm that theory. We had both seen the same documentary on a particular prehistoric animal. From there, developing how the creature would appear today, how it would act, its strengths and weaknesses and how the hero(es) would stop it were all just facts. Really, the differences came in the characters and story surrounding the creature, but to remain true to the "science" of the science fiction many things had to be the same. Parallel development occurs. Once you realize and accept that, release forms make so much more sense.

Hello, everyone, I'm Jason. These intro weekends are great at reminding me to be more active here. I haven't been as prolific making movies since I moved to a new state a few years back. I'm hoping to change that, but other pursuits have distracted me a bit and getting the lay of the land always takes me awhile. Just thought I'd say, let everyone know I'm a writer, director and enjoy editing.

Been awhile since I was on here. Sorry if it took me awhile to approve a network request. If we've just connected and especially if you're local, say hi. I will strive to check in here more often. Thanks.

Hi Jason, thanks for the invite!

Hello, Filmmaker in Western North Carolina looking to do more writing this year. I work mostly in sci-fi and horror, but enjoy a bit of comedy too. Still fairly new to this area, so I'm grateful to those I've connected with through the site so far.

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You can tell people you don't read unsolicited scripts in plain language until you're blue in the face. Everyone thinks they're the exception to that rule. It gets frustrating after awhile.

Thanks for making the connection. Keep an eye open on my projects. I've still got family in NY, so while I don't work there very often anymore, I do occasionally visit and shoot a short when I have free time.

Thanks for connecting. Sorry if the request was sitting there awhile. I really don't use this resource as often as I should.

Hi, I'm never really comfortable introducing myself to new folks, but this seems like the place to do it. My company, Hocus Focus Productions, specializes in getting projects done despite budgetary restrictions. Feel free to contact me about adapting one of my short stories into a screenplay or to find out if you've got the budget you need to turn your script into a movie. (You probably do.) You can see more of my stuff at www.hocfocprod.com

Hey Jason, I'm excited to announce our new Stage 32 Lounge, a major upgrade to the previous Discussions area. Here are some of the highlights:

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Hey Jason, a few days ago we implemented a new privacy setting to give you the option of accepting private messages only from users within your network. Today, I discovered a bug with the way this option is set for new users. I just wanted to let you know that the bug is now fixed, so all members are now able to receive private messages from any other member (the default setting). If you'd like to receive private messages only from users within your network, you can change this setting here. Also, you can access your privacy settings at any time from the drop-down menu that appears when you hover over your profile photo in the upper right-hand corner of the page.

Hi Jason, we've just added a new section to your tool bar - Resources. Here you'll find links to the best acting, filmmaking, and screenwriting resources as well as a comprehensive list of film schools and film festivals. We'll be adding new categories and links regularly. One more thing, you can now find the "Messages" link in your sidebar right under your name. Enjoy!

Hi Jason, we've just released a pretty big update that I think you'll be excited about. You can now see posts and updates by everyone in your network right on your own wall. Happy networking!

Hi Jason, check out the new "Find Work" section (under Projects at the top of your screen). Here you'll find projects in development that are seeking talent in the occupations you selected in your profile. So if you’re a screenwriter, you'll see projects in need of screenwriters. It’s the perfect tool for matching creative talent with suitable projects.

"karma points"? Why does a new social/business networking tool have to be set up like a game? If the network is good it will encourage people to invite friends. Bribing me with points sort of turns me off to the whole idea.

I'm pretty slow at building profiles on these things.

Hey Jason, welcome to Stage 32! I'm the lead developer at Stage32.com. This is your network, so please let me know if you have any questions or feedback about the site. We'd love to hear your comments. Thanks. P.S. - We ask all members to invite at least 5 other people. Help build your network today.