Introduce Yourself

Hello, everyone!

Thought I'd introduce myself by saying that my favorite film is an obscure one, and yes, it's flawed but I cry tears of joy every time I see it. Big Eden was released in 2000. It was written and directed by Thomas Bezucha (who most recently directed a couple of episodes of Fargo, Season 5 as well as Christmas crowd-pleaser The Family Stone). It has the feeling of a first feature, granted. There are definite areas that could have been improved upon.

Yet this film taught me that underneath my urban bravado as a pretentious New York gay man, I really was a small-town guy at heart. I love movies that reveal something about myself that I didn't know before. This film has such a big heart and dreams a big dream--a gay positive town in Montana? Dang, sign me up. And I searched for such a town, knowing that it exists. Or rather they exist. Both Laramie, Wyoming, and Fairfield, Iowa have a bit of this flavor.

Do you have a favorite film that is off the beaten path, that comes from your own singular individuality? I'm more interested in hearing from those who aren't in the set of The Godfather, Chinatown, Citizen Kane, Vertigo, or whatever big-name director's magnum opus. Maybe your favorite film is Muriel's Wedding or something unexpected. Maybe you feel a little guilty about it. I sometimes feel a little embarrassed about my favorite film. But I have my own rubric.

Please share. And let me know if you'd like to know more about me.

Hi everyone. I'm a cinematographer, filmmaker and Stage 32 Thought Leader. I will be teaching a webinar on the basics of cinematography on April 30th. You can still sign up through the following link: https://www.stage32.com/education/c/education-webinars?h=introduction-to-cinematography

I've been working on films, documentaries, commercials and music videos for 15 years. Storytelling is my passion. Always happy to connect. Have a great week.

Hello! I work mainly with book authors, but am aware of screenwriting techniques and formatting, so could also advise on that.

If you're an author, I pair content editing of your book manuscript with an author marketing coaching package, in which I help you discover the bookselling world and determine how you'll make people aware of your book once it's published. In 13 weeks, you'll have a written book marketing plan, making you far more attractive to publishers and literary agents. Once you've made the revisions to your manuscript and return it to me for the copy edit, I put you to work discovering the book publishing world so you can determine which path to publishing is right for you. Once you get your manuscript back and make the final revisions on it, you'll be ready to move forward with whichever publishing path you've chosen.

I've worked with authors in multiple genres, including fantasy, sci-fi, young adult, murder mystery, historical fiction, biography, and memoir. I used to also do ghostwriting, but no longer have time for that. Books I've written under my own name include An Author's Guide to Literary Genres (Volume 1, Juvenile Nonfiction), An Author's Guide to Online Marketing, and The Feline CEO; the latter is a book about business leadership viewed through the lens of cat behavior. I'm also president of the Cat Writers' Association, which limits my time for taking on client work, but am available for smaller projects. Visit my website, https://thompsonwriting.com, for details.

Speaking of the Cat Writers' Association, if you create material about cats and get paid for it, you're one of us - check us out at https://catwriters.com!

I'm a Canadian screenwriter who writes comedy and drama. I have a portfolio of TV Pilots and features that I have been working to pitch through querying and other networks. I completed a screenwriting mentoring program and continuing to focus on growing as a screenwriter.

Just a reminder of who I am and encourage anyone who has an equine film to enter your film into this year's Tryon International Film Festival. For the last few years I have been the Worldwide Equestrian Correspondent for the EQUUS Television Network, so if you film has anything to do with horses I'm your expert. The Tryon International Film Festival wants more equestrian films entered. They have all kinds of categories where all kinds of films can be entered and in addition some special awards for equine films, but they aren't limited to the equine world. Visit their website for more details or reach out to me for more details. I'm also an equine journalist who will be covering my 10th Olympic Games this year in Paris. I also am a part time actress who loves to dance and this year was featured in Ajantha's Independent Girls Music Video. I handle my brother's location properties on Long Island, especially his mansions but also his residential properties. So, if you are looking for a place to shoot your next film on Long Island, we've got what you need. I'm very much into recycling and as such have ended up selling a lot of props to productions because I often have year appropriate items. I love international travel so wouldn't mind doing a part in another country as an actress. I also do numerous virtual interviews as well as in person interviews for the EQUUS Television Network and interview all the filmmakers that are accepted into the annual Tryon International Film Festival. So, if any of my skills inspire you keep me in mind.

Happy Sunday afternoon Stage 32’ers,

I would love to take a moment to introduce myself and my project. I am one of the Executive Producers on an 8 part Docu-series on the fight for marriage equality, called “Just Married”.

We have spent years researching and developing the treatment and are finally at the pitching stage for production and distribution partners. It’s been a long road, but Stage 32 has been very helpful in advancing us along… now I’m hoping to meet some members to chat with and possibly help as well.

Please take a moment and take a look at what we’re doing! And Good Luck to all of you!

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Jason!

Motivated and focused on writing

Hello Dreamers! Nice to meet you.

My name is David. I’m a former journalist and movie critic attempting to become a professional screenwriter. I haven’t picked a particular niche yet, as I have a pilot that’s a sci-fi comedy, an action script based on a true story, and an elevated Comedy/Dramedy. The action script is an outlier as I prefer to blow up cliches, not jungles, planes and people – but that story fell into my lap and has historical significance, so the story demanded I write it, and when a story speaks to me, I listen. Things SEEM to be trending in the right direction and Stage 32 is playing an important role.

I’m going to shoot ya straight. This place… is f’n great. I originally came here after I googled a formatting question. Then discovered that you could verbally pitch lots of accomplished and interesting people. At that point, I hadn’t even realized that you could participate in all sorts of conversations in the various lounges, make friends and learn hacks with everyday food and appliances you already have in your home! Hmmm… I think I just conflated Stage 32 with Facebook Stories.

Being a writer often feels like a lonely and frustrating vocation. Stage 32 fixes that issue, if you allow it to. There’s so much great free advice here and plenty of people who’ve succeeded who are willing to share what worked for them. It goes without saying, but when you participate in conversations, you make friends and find like-minded people whose journey may reflect yours. If you can afford it, The Writer’s Room is an outstanding resource, BUT the pitching. THE PITCHING. If you’re open to it, I HIGHLY recommend buying pitches (I’m team Skype/Phone). Before buying pitches, attend, participate or watch Pitch Practice… then attend, participate or watch The Pitch Tank.

There are other platforms that offer access for pitching, but you don’t get the type of feedback you get here – and it’s not even close. Feel free to reach out to me if you hear more about my experience or if you’re just looking to discuss writing.

Have fun!

I'm "just a writer," but a prolific one. I have 85 or so scripts up on Stage 32 and I welcome your feedback (good or bad) -- it's how I learn. I love the Stage 32 community and the connections I've made. I comment frequently on Coffee and Content and write a blog from time to time, but I'd much rather be writing a new script. I gained a Literary Manager after I completed 30 scripts. I have one film out and two being produced now. Cheers.

Hello Stage 32 community! Warm welcomes to anyone joining us here recently, I predict you're going to find it a warm, engaging and informative space to hang out.

And... as I've not ever intro'd myself here properly yet, let me do that now!

I'm a qualified CPA that was working in Family Office for UNHWI's (ultra nigh net worth) who shifted gears into the entertainment industry.

These days you'll find me producing; a slate of projects I'm developing, a weekly TV show (news and current affairs), EP'ing for selected film projects and here on Stage 32 where I'm an educator.

Currently I'm part way through an 8 wk lab with a fab group - we're getting into the nitty gritty of putting together an investment proposal and finding funds for your film.

Hi all, I am not an actor, a film producer or a screenwriter. I am just a 74-year-old great-grandmother who had a dream, to write a book and maybe one day see it become a movie or a documentary or TV series. We can all dream…right? I enjoying reading all your comments. I have learnt so much.

I've lived a life that's been nothing short of extraordinary, and I've always dreamed of sharing my story. It wasn't easy, mind you—I'm no scholar—but I never let go of that dream.

You would not believe the journey I've been on! With limited schooling, it took me over 30 years to jot down my amazing memories and another 12 to 14 years to get it published. But guess what? I never gave up!

My life was no walk in the park. Travelling on a ship from Cyprus that nearly took my life and my mother's. Growing up, I travelled all over Australia with my dad, who was a real character. He was a barber, a chef, a medium, a con artist but above all he was a lovable larrikin. He taught me how to be street smart, to love, gamble, run a business, hunt, and fish - an education no classroom could provide.

How I survived some of the hair-raising dangerous situations I was exposed to is a miracle in itself.

At only 13, I was pulled out of school. By 15, I was engaged, and by 16, I was married. At 17 I became a mother. A war and the traumatic birth of my second child, only made me stronger.

When we were evacuated to London, my family and I spent two long harrowing years, trying to return to our Aussie home. When we finally got back, I faced my biggest challenge yet: saving my son from an evil spirit.

My book, "Like a Dandelion in the Wind," is part memoir, part unbelievable adventure. Those who read my book laugh, cry, are amazed, shocked, and maybe even a little scared! as they travel across three counties with me and my incredible journey.

Apologies for the long post