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Hi team,
I have a choice to make. I can get a 24mm (45 due to crop factor) or a 35mm (67mm due to crop) anamorphic lens, 1.33 stretch.
Which would be more versatile? What would you good people choose?
I know there are uses for both. This is my first time playing with one.
Thanks.
I hear people talking about Cannes and I'm so inspired! (And a little jealous!) I want to know who's going, what you're looking forward to, and for the love of everything—what are you wearing!!! (Fashion!)
I'm excited for you!
Lark Anderson, you should also check out our recent Cannes Roll Call blog! A lot of members are posting in that blog's comments about whether they're attending and what they're looking forward to! You...
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Variety is reporting that an appellate court has passed a ruling that could significantly affect documentary filmmakers and their ability to use material.
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If you have questions about the adaptation process, don’t miss today’s AMA in the Writers’ Room Lounge. Shannon Vayo is answering questions on this topic for 24 hours. She’s a development executive & producer (“The Morning Show,” “Where the Crawdads Sing,” “Your Place or Mine”).
Link to AMA: www.st...
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The Cannes Film Festival in France is right around the corner! Check out today’s blog to meet your Cannes 2024 + Stage 32 expert panelists.
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Shannon Vayo will be having a 24-hour AMA in the Writers’ Room Lounge tomorrow, focused on “The Adaptation Process.”
Shannon is a development executive & producer (“The Morning Show,” “Where the Crawdads Sing,” “Your Place or Mine”).
Example Questions:
What are some best practices when adapting a proje...
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Stage 32 is excited to welcome Christina Pamies for her upcoming webinar. Christina is the writer of Studio Canal's hit film BAGHEAD!
Here's what you'll learn!
-INTRO: WHY DO WE LOVE HORROR? WHY IS IT SO POPULAR?
Why do we love horror?
Why is it so popular?
-CRAFTING A COLD OPEN
Opening with dread
Types/Ex...
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Oooh, this is gonna be good. Excited to hear what Christina has to teach on this subject. Thanks, Sydney Summers!
I love documentaries. How about you? What’s your favourite documentary?
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Ashley Renee Smith do so Ashley. It’s well worth it!
Exciting, Geoff Hall! =) My husband is a big documentary fan, so I'll likely be waiting until he has a spare moment to watch it with me. I'll let you know once I do!
Started to watch documentaries by David Attenborough on insect life in jungles. Never thought I would LOL maybe getting more eccentric. One spider a great antagonist for horror. Dug hole in ground, ov...
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Ashley Renee Smith thanks, Ashley!
Debbie Croysdale ah, Debbie, would that be the Lawyer Spider, or perhaps the Estate Agent Spider?
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Ok, so a director's statement is kinda like a writer's statement, Laura Ackermann. Thanks for explaining.
Submitting to managers. Yes, that is what I plan, if I fail to find a buyer myself. I mean, most production companies refuse to read screenplay from us who have no literary agent.
Thanks Laura, appreciate it.
Thank you so much for your time Laura
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“Rejection is a universal experience, capable of leaving us all feeling disheartened and uncertain. Yet, it is essential for your self-esteem to recognize that rejection does not define your worth or abilities.” —Maria Baltazzi
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Shannon Vayo will be having a 24-hour AMA in the Writers’ Room Lounge on Friday May 10th, focused on “The Adaptation Process.”
Shannon is a development executive & producer (“The Morning Show,” “Where the Crawdads Sing,” “Your Place or Mine”).
Example Questions:
What are some best practices when adapti...
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Craig D Griffiths, you should also post this question in the Cinematography Lounge, as there are likely DPs here in the community who could help advise you based on their experiences....
Expand commentCraig D Griffiths, you should also post this question in the Cinematography Lounge, as there are likely DPs here in the community who could help advise you based on their experiences.
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Craig, depending on the use and the speed of the lens I personally would choose the 24mm. Also, what are you mounting it on? It might make sense to rent them for a week and see which one you like. Good luck.