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Happy Friday, Creative Army! You know I love to shout from the rooftops when our Stage 32 members turn their passion and hard work into real-world success. And today, I’ve got a big one for you. Stage 32 writer Sean Farley’s new movie, NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH, is officially out in theaters! And what makes this moment even more thrilling? This film began right here on Stage 32—with a Feature Script Read + 30 Minute Consultation Call with an Executive. Stage 32 Managing Director Amanda Toney sat...

As an audiovisual creator, protecting your project from legal issues is just as important as its artistic quality. This guide will help you understand the fundamental aspects of the clearance process (legal authorization) that you need to consider before exhibiting your work. What is Clearance, and Why is it Important? "Clearance" is the process through which you obtain all necessary legal authorizations to include any material or element in your audiovisual production. This process protects...

Hello, Stage 32 Community! April is behind us, and you can feel the excitement growing in the industry. There’s an optimism that’s palpable, and we’re here for it. The box office is on a roll, and deals are brewing. I am looking forward to seeing what’s next! Now, let’s get to the fun part! It’s time for our monthly round of applause, aimed at just some of the incredibly talented members of the Stage 32 community, shining a light on their successes in this past month of April. Sharing the su...

Happy Wednesday, Creative Army! The Cannes Film Festival in France is right around the corner! For those of you who missed it, we recently announced the official Cannes 2025 Stage 32 events schedule and partnerships right HERE on the Stage 32 Blog. Being involved each year in coordinating industry-leading panels with remarkable expert panelists from all over the world is one of our greatest honors and pleasures. This year, we're particularly proud of the lineup that we've put together, a...

Happy Tuesday, Creative Army! As the world continues to get smaller we love bringing together our community together every day through our platform. We wake up every day intending to give you all the tools and resources you need to help with your professional development as a creative. That's why I’m incredibly excited to share a major development that will elevate how we serve you here at Stage 32.  As of yesterday, Monday, May 5th, we have officially migrated all of our consultations, whic...

Happy Monday, Creative Army! As you know, the mission of Stage 32 from Day One has been to democratize the film and TV industry by leveling the playing field for all creatives and professionals around the world. Carrying out that mission takes a village. I consider myself blessed to have so many incredible people on the Stage 32 team. People who lead with knowledge, selflessness and, empathy, but one that knows the industry inside and out, but also lives and breathes the creative life, just...

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. In honor of Star Wars Day, we’re celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Lucasfilm Animation. Take a few minutes to watch this beautiful tribute video featuring the team behind The Clone Wars, Rebels, and more, as they r...

Beginning a new relationship can be both exciting and challenging. In the world of filmmaking, we directors initiate many relationships, the most vital and crucial being the ones we have with actors. Director/actor relationships are like none other in life. Their goal is to create believable characters that exist in a fictional world. These relationships are, by design, temporary and short-lived, lasting only for the span of the production. The curious thing is that these director/actor re...

Happy Friday, Creative Army! Since 2011, Stage 32 has been at the forefront of the global entertainment community, working every day to connect you to the resources, relationships, and real-world insight you need to move your creative journey forward. Whether you’re a writer, director, actor, producer, editor, or composer, our goal has always been to give you unprecedented access to industry leaders and decision-makers—and keep you informed on where the industry is headed next. Recently, I h...

Hi, Stage 32 Community! We have something truly special lined up for you. You’ve seen it topping charts, dominating conversations, and breaking viewership records—now it’s time to step behind the curtain. We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming FREE webinar, Behind the Scenes of ADOLESCENCE: How the AD Team Mastered One-Shot Magic on Netflix’s Smash Hit, hosted by the incredible Sarah Lucas, the First Assistant Director of ADOLESCENCE. ADOLESCENCE is not just any series. With over 124 mill...