Co-producing was a real challenge with Paramount's Hard Copy. Our film "Dream Come True" got many accolades and was re-shown several times.
Producing
The place for all producers to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice on raising funds, setting a budget, on set strategies and all other topics related to producing a film, television or theater project
DRAMA SERIES Production partnerships are welcome!
I’ve written a very authentic riveting pulse pounding Drama series called THE INCISIVE: A Coincidence. S1, 10 Episodes ready to go, and I think would be great for any producer or any other creative ready for a partnership is welcome to get this project moving. Feel free to reach-out at: guapofilmz@g...
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Thanks Claude Gagne
Hi, Tugume Benon (Benie). You could also search for a producer partner in the Browse Members Section (www.stage32.com/people)....
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How did you become a producer?
I would love to hear your story of how you became a producer. What steps did you take? Was it because that's what you wanted to do or because there was a need and you just had to do it? Did you have a screenplay or idea you wanted to turn into a film? Did someone ask you to help them? So many questions. I appreciate any answers.
Tucker Teague
- 3 months ago
Stephanie Harrison that's a great story and it makes a lot of sense. I don't know much about being a producer but I do know about project management and from what I can tell it's a lot of the same. Ba...
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Pat Alexander
- 3 months ago
Necessity really. Sometimes you can only get something made by doing it yourself, wearing all the hats, and grinding it to the finish line. It's not always pretty, but if you have the engine inside yo...
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Tucker Teague
- 3 months ago
Pat Alexander I've been thinking along the same lines. I look at my screenplays and think maybe I should just pick my favorite one and produce it. The amount of work looks crazy to me but it might be...
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William Baker
- 3 months ago
Pat, I can relate. Interestingly when I told my friends and associates what I wanted to do, there was a lot of support for the idea and as I tried to fill the critical jobs, the universe supplied me w...
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Pamela Jaye Smith
- 3 months ago
Cool about the "large hat collection", William. // I became a producer fresh out of film school at UT Austin when my partner and I formed a Casting & Talent Agency and Production Company...back when i...
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How To Run Efficient And Effective Sets
Hey, Producers!
Learn all about, "How To Run Efficient And Effective Sets" from a successful independent filmmaker on today's Stage 32 blog!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-run-efficient-and-effective-sets-3644...
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Benjamin Elliott
- 3 months ago
Great read! Thank you for sharing.
Pat Alexander
- 3 months ago
In my early days, I once agreed to be a first AD on a small indie web series. Little did I know what a first AD actually entails. As I arrived on set, I pulled up a reddit thread on all the basics abo...
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How To Put Together A Recoupment Schedule For Audiovisual Projects
In today’s blog, David Zannoni (global consultant and executive producer at Zannoni Media) explains why and when a recoupment schedule is needed, and how the recoupment schedule is put together.
www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-put-together-a-recoupment-schedule-for-audio......
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Karen "Kay" Ross
- 3 months ago
YOINK! Thanks for the share!
Maurice Vaughan
- 3 months ago
You're welcome, Karen "Kay" Ross. Stage 32's blogs are treasure troves of advice and insight.
Take the Work Out of Networking!
Hey, Producers!
Are you ready to network with thousands of professionals during this month's Stage 32 Introduce Yourself Weekend, starting TODAY? Learn how to "Take The “Work” Out Of Networking" in today's blog!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/take-the-work-out-of-networking-the-importa......
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Observation About Casting
We just cast a pretty big star for one of the supporting leads in a film I'm producing, and was noticing a kind of amusing pattern. When you send the script and you hear back from the actor's rep that they love the script and love the role, and they want to do it! There are those few moments of euph...
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Maureen Mahon
- 3 months ago
Thanks, Ashley. We got an Australian distributor, based on the casting of our lead actor, who's Australian. Applying for the Oklahoma tax rebates this week. We have the script out to another actor, wa...
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Maureen Mahon
- 3 months ago
I think I can post this now - we just closed on our deal with Lesley Ann Warren to play one of our supporting leads! Super excited!
Maurice Vaughan
- 3 months ago
That's great, Maureen Mahon! Congratulations to you and the team on closing the deal!
Maureen Mahon
- 3 months ago
Thanks, Maurice!
Maurice Vaughan
- 3 months ago
You're welcome, Maureen Mahon.
Music Licensing vs. Music Scoring
Ed Hartman (music composer, musician, producer, owner at 8th Sense Productions) talks about the difference between music licensing and music scoring in today’s blog. He also gives some ideas about when and why you might use one versus the other.
www.stage32.com/blog/music-licensing-vs-music-scoring-3...
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How to get first money in to your film...
Super excited to bring in beloved PGA producer Michelle Alexandria to teach a webinar about the thing we all need to learn - how to get your first money in for your feature film production. Join us later this month as she demystifies the process: https://www.stage32.com/webinars/How-To-Get-The-First...
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Jack Vincent
- 3 months ago
Looking forward to this. Based in Europe CET and nine hour time difference, I hope to make it live.
What's your favorite football movie?
Happy Super Bowl Sunday, everyone!
My favorite football movie of all time - in fact, my favorite sports movie of all time - is NORTH DALLAS FORTY. It's a raw, honest and outrageous portrait of life in the NFL and it holds up to this day. Amazing performance by Nick Nolte and deft directing by the gre...
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Geoff Hall
- 3 months ago
Mine is a documentary called ‘Sunderland Til I Die’.
Nick Phillips
- 3 months ago
Does The Last Boy Scout count?
Pat Alexander
- 3 months ago
Friday Night Lights (the show! ik cheating) but I love that series
DT Houston
- 3 months ago
Yes, Nick Phillips, The Last Boy Scout definitely counts. See, I knew I liked you! :>)
DT Houston
- 3 months ago
And, man, do I miss Tony Scott. RIP...
Don't Miss Today's AMA in the Filmmaking Lounge!
Hey, All!
Don't miss out on today’s fantastic AMA with Philippe Deseck, SAG Nominated Stunt Performer & Coordinator (SHANG-CHI, THE MEG, AQUAMAN) in the Filmmaking Lounge! Philippe is sharing his time with us to answer YOUR questions about "Working with a Stunt Coordinator".
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Sam Sokolow
- 3 months ago
Philip is such a talent and an awesome resource and really a generous creative. Thanks for sharing, Ashley Renee Smith!
Music for Film & TV
I’ve been on sort of a sabbatical for a while, so hope that Karen “Kay” Ross’s previous request to cross post this is still a needed/wanted bit of advice about music in your projects.
Important Note: The #1 reason your film won’t be picked up (for sale or distribution) is lack of music receivables (A...
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Sam Sokolow
- 4 months ago
Hi Gael MacGregor - you are spot on that proper music chain of title and licensing can be such a detriment to getting your films out to the world. It's imperative and you always want to get it right a...
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John Michael German
- 4 months ago
Hello:
Powerhouse of knowledge seeded through your knowledgeable thoughts. Brilliantly presented and thankful for your wisdom.
Thankful to your steps.
God Bless,
John German
Ashley Renee Smith
- 3 months ago
Gael MacGregor would you be interested in writing a Stage 32 blog to get a bit more in-depth about this? I think it could be really helpful and informative! If so, please email me at blog@stage32.com!...
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Congratulations to you and your team on the accolades and reshows, William Sowles! What was the most challenging part of co-producing?