Anything Goes

Morris, should the script be in English PDF format or in Arabic? Should I send a small part of the script or the entire script?

Samir Mohammed The Sharif You could post your script on your profile by clicking the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and select “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu. Scroll down to “Loglines” and click “Add/edit loglines” to the right of “Loglines.” You can also post your script on your profile this way: www.stage32.com/loglines (near the top where it says “Add a Logline”)

I can't guarantee you'll sell your script though.

There are a lot of English-speaking producers, directors, etc. on Stage 32, so English PDF is best. You can upload a small part of your script or the entire script.

And reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with producers, executives, and more.

Do you think my text won't sell?

It might sell, Samir Mohammed The Sharif. It depends on the concept, the quality of your script, who you pitch to, timing, how much you network on Stage 32, how you network on here, and maybe other things.

Maurice Vaughan This is my first time. But I'm absolutely confident I'll succeed, because what I have in my hands is a precious treasure. My script is very long and full of exciting and thrilling events. I'm truly grateful for your support; thank you from the bottom of my heart. However, regarding the word "summary," I couldn't find it in my profile. I did as you asked, but it didn't appear.

Hi, Kevin Hager. Do you mean uploading game show ideas to your profile?

I mean ideas for game shows that you see on TV.

You can pitch game shows on Stage 32, Kevin Hager. I pitch game shows, like this one: www.stage32.com/profile/811418/Screenplay/Jump-Scares-Game-Show-2

Thanks.

Welcome, we're delighted to have you connected.

Absolutely. Wishing you a great day Koby Nguyen

Hi, Oleg Syrota. I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. I wanted to let you know I moved your post from the Acting Lounge to the Anything Goes Lounge. The Anything Goes Lounge is for discussion about the industry, movies, shows, plays, etc. Let me know if you have any questions.

I usually get on Stage 32 and read emails in the morning, then work on a project/job, network, do Stage 32 stuff, and do other things throughout the day.

Because dystopian stories imagine and project possible futures for humanity, they can motivate society to act in order to avoid those dark outcomes. For instance, Interstellar depicts a future shaped by environmental collapse, potentially encouraging greater responsibility toward Earth to prevent such a fate.

Many sustainability-driven ideas are born from the fear of planetary collapse and human extinction—and that fear is, in part, cultivated by dystopian storytelling TOM SCHAEFER

Perhaps ... Folks are entitled to their art form ... and it's all subjective. "Opinions are like ... everyone has one" So - it's just my .02 - I just don't need more dystopia than what I am seeing in real life.

As to film's "fear of the future" - "warning" potential - 2001 A Space Odysee, Robocop didn't seem to help ... Terminator didn't seem to help ... I'm not seeing how these epic dystopian narratives somehow immunized society into a brighter future. I am in a bad episode of Sliders where Trump is president and we have gestapo on the streets. "It could happen here" is happening.

It's not entertaining for me sorry.

As the stoics said "as a man thinks so he becomes" ... yeah I'm laying down a bit of accountability to what we produce, but I have seen way too much dystopia that has not in fact bettered society. If it had I would concede your point.

Yes, I understand your perspective now, Thank you very much for your clarification.TOM SCHAEFER

I agree. The impact on society comes from multiple levels—political, economic, and scientific. From that viewpoint, the influence of sci-fi films may seem limited, but they can still serve as cultural awareness tools for sensitive issues such as environmental crises or the risks of technology, especially for audiences who may not have a strong background in these topics.

Thank you - We just need to imagine greater

"It's not a "style", it's a result."

Exactly, TOM SCHAEFER. In these stories, the world is different due to wild result and this allows for interesting story-telling possibilities with fictional technologies and the like. It's more interesting to me than magic and fantasy, so I write it.

Yes, I would agree. How to ever tell when we've 'nailed the craft' is a thematically ambitious endeavor haha. Some may say it is never nailed. I'm just trying to figure out how to apply the knowledge of your post into a practical effective piece of actionable tasks to round out the whole perspective. I may never nail script writing but I've seen a ton of movies and television that seemed to have missed the mark completely but they got a chance so I am just trying to arm myself with as much knowledge as possible if I ever get to take that swing.

Great tips here.

Trust me Pete, you're far from 'close' to the "brutal truth". That's all I am going to say about it ", because in some sadomasochistic way, I still love this website.

I have spec scripts and outlines. I know they aren't perfect but maybe people can work with them.

Thanks for sharing, Pete Rosen.

"Producers don't want perfect scripts. They want shootable ones."

and

"A script they can shoot for the money they have | Roles actors will fight to play | A story that survives a 30% budget cut | Proof you understand the machine."

Those are words of wisdom every new writer should know and take to heart.

Are you doing okay now? Is there anything we can do to help?

I mainly suffer from a lack of sleep in Las Vegas. It seems people are kind and generous in Sin City. I think I can manage the situation despite the terrible conditions that the homeless confront in Las Vegas. Food availability varies from place to place, but I've only gone hungry two times.

Leonardo Ramirez 2 There has been a concerted effort to destroy my family connection, isolate me, dispose of my property, and manipulate me with false promises. This is not the first time an individual has intervened to harm me.

Well, I hope things work out for you. It is Christmas you know. I wish we could.

I am so very sorry Tore Simonsen. What about a friend who lives close to your family…can they pick up your passport?

Did you contact IMDbPro, Darrell Pennington?

Yeah, I got on several message boards and have seen a similar issue identified numerous times but I did figure it out finally (had to set up a new Amazon account instead of using an existing one and set up billing info that I had not used before - seems like more of a hassle than it should have been but all done now). Thanks for checking.

You're welcome, Darrell Pennington. Glad you figured it out!

Hi, Azat Aimaganov. Welcome to the community. Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world. Producers, directors, managers, executives, writers, and more. www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...

Stage 32's next Community Open House is Dec 29th (www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-december-community-open-ho...). It's free to attend. It'll also help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry pros.

The main purpose of the Pitch Sessions is to get feedback to improve your pitch, but sometimes the executives, managers, etc. will request scripts, sign writers, etc. (www.stage32.com/scriptservices/success-stories).

Stage 32 has two updated written pitch examples (one for a show and the other for a movie). Stage 32 also has a verbal TV pitch beat sheet and a verbal feature pitch beat sheet. You can get them by emailing success@stage32.com.

Here's three Lounge posts with pitch advice:

www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Pitch-Advice

www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Pitching-44

www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Why-Pitching-Matters-And-How-to-Mak...

The Pitch Practice in the Writers’ Room is the best pitching resource in my opinion. Pitch Practice is every Thursday night at 5:30 P.M. PST/8:30 P.M. EST. You can sit in and listen to members practice their projects and give them feedback. You can pitch your project too, but you have to sign up. The hosts, Noel Thompson and John Mezes, take names during Pitch Practice for people to pitch the following week. You have to sit in and listen at the practice one or two times before you can pitch. The Pitch Practices are only open to Writers' Room members. You can sign up for your first month free here: www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip

The Pitch Tank in the Writers’ Room is an incredible pitching resource too. The Pitch Tank is where you pitch your script to an executive and get feedback. The Pitch Tank is once a month.

Stage 32 has a free webinar called "How to Write a 2 Page Pitch for Your Television Series" (www.stage32.com/education/products/free-stage-32-webinar-how-to-write-at...).

Stage 32 has a free webinar called "How to Create a 2 Page Pitch For Your Feature Film" (www.stage32.com/education/products/how-to-create-a-2-page-pitch-for-your...).

Stage 32 also has a free pitch webinar: www.stage32.com/education/products/pitching-tips-from-the-pros-your-blue...