The Stage 32 Videos: Directing

Fiction Showreel 2022

Narrative Showreel comprised of three short films I wrote and directed between 2015-2020.

DIRECTING REEL - THRILLER/DRAMA

MATTHEW TORONTO – director/writer/producer/dad. After a two-year stint on Netflix, Matt’s coming-of-age feature, FACE 2 FACE, which he wrote and directed, continues to inspire audiences on Paramount +, Epix and several other platforms. Besides an array of award-winning features, shorts, pilots and web series, most recently, Matt directed two features to be released by Artist View Entertainment in 2023. Matt earned his MFA in directing from Penn State University and later joined the faculty where he taught acting, directing and musical theatre for eight years. A father of three, Matt loves to tell stories that reveal humanity in unexpected ways. www.matthewtoronto.com

Documentary "Skilled" Cedric Smith

This documentary is one of the 4 episodes of the " Skilled " series that premiered last month on Sundance. Cedric Smith, a second chance worker, talks about his journey and the opportunities in the skilled trades.

Seraphim's Miracle - Filmed Table Read

This is a filmed table read of JB Storey's feature-length film: SERAPHIM'S MIRACLE. Produced and directed by JB Storey. Associate Producer, Joanna Storey. Cinematography, sound and editing by Christopher Daniels. https://sprymediastudios.com/ Starring: Hugh Berry, Telisa Steen, David Nance, Laura Elizabeth, Johanan Gabriel, Mathew Stull, Kendra McDermott , Laurel Paxton, Edgar Martinez, Rohish Deshmukh, Jeff Scott and Chris Scott.

Why the emotion of Wakanda Forever WORKS

Ryan Coogler dealt with grief expertly in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, paying respects to the late Chadwick Boseman while also crafting a compelling story for T'Challa's sister Shuri. Join me as I go through all five stages of grief that Shuri experiences during the movie, and how she expresses herself in each one.

Jackie Perez Directing Reel August 2022

Jackie Perez is a nuclear engineer turned screenwriter & director available for hire. Manager: Peter Katz, peter@story-driven.com Twitter @jackierageperez DMs open!

Ted Irving Sizzle Reel

Ted Irving Executive Sizzle Reel for HTV Houston Television.

How POWER OF THE DOG Won 250+ AWARDS!

What is the Jekyll and Hyde Method? In this video I explain how to use this technique to create complex characters that you can't take your eyes off. #thepowerofthedog #filmanalysis #videoessay The Power of the Dog was one of the most well-directed films of 2021, and there was a reason it went on to win over 250 awards.

Showreel

Screenwriting / Producing / Directing / Cinematography / Editing / Motion Graphic Design

How To Make A Film (Democratically)

It's 2022. Time for cinema to change. See how you can make that change by becoming a democratic filmmaker.

Bad Water

PSA for Food and Water Watch In households all across the world, the consequences of fracking and fossil fuels are acutely felt. Whether it’s the contamination of local water supplies, the acceleration of climate catastrophes like wildfires, their pipelines causing plummeting property values, or the health risks associated with living near fracking sites, fracking is a nightmare that we can end now. We have the technology available to efficiently rely on renewable energy for the majority of our energy needs. The only thing we need are leaders who are willing to do what’s right, and not what makes fossil fuel corporations happy. Directed and Written by: Joel Dunn Cinematography: Matthew Novak Co-producer/AD: Ryan Lakestream 2nd AD: Melissa Dunn Original Music: Sebastian Kauderer Visual Effects: Taylor Kenny PA: Mallory Milhisler PA: Rowan Davis
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