Author + Screenwriter that Connected on Stage 32 are Making Moves with their Project!

Author + Screenwriter that Connected on Stage 32 are Making Moves with their Project!

Author + Screenwriter that Connected on Stage 32 are Making Moves with their Project!

Carina S. Burns
Carina S. Burns
3 years ago

It has been exactly one year and six months since I started to turn my novel into a screenplay with screenwriter Christina Patjens. Click here to read about how our collaboration started right here on Stage 32.

I'm beyond elated to let Stage 32 know that the script's first draft is finished as is the synopsis.

Meanwhile, many wonderful things have transpired.

International actors from Scandinavia, the United Kingdom, and the United States are full of praise for the script and its story and are interested in acting.

A Hollywood film financier and a Stage 32 member would like to contribute eighty percent and he has referred me to a Los Angeles based agent who's also a partner.

How to Adapt a Novel into a Screenplay The Author Screenwriter Collaboration

Screenplay Title Page, "The Syrian Jewelry Box"

A director of photography turned screenwriter who has worked with A-list actors is excited to offer feedback.

A professional actor and a Stage 32 member with thirty years of experience is doing both, a voice over and reading some script pages.

In March I will be having a meet and greet at our local bookstore.

Things are unfolding, and I cannot believe how far I have come.

A contributor writer for an expatriate publication for expats in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia interviewed me about my story.

Citing my parents: The beauty of life comes from supporting one another and embracing our inherent cultures; no matter the religion, the culture or ethnicity.

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About the Author

Carina S. Burns is an American published Author working with Christina Patjens aka Lucie de Jong, who has completed the book to film adaptation and the synopsis is in development. Carina enjoys reading, nature, and all aspects of foreign cultures, including exotic cuisines, cultural history, and...

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5 Comments on Carina's Article

Karen E Ross
Filmmaker, Producer, Screenwriter, Script Consultant, Voice Actor, Actor
This is fantastic news and congratulations on the continued success of your collaboration! Cheers to two formidable new filmmakers!
3 years ago
Christina Patjens
Screenwriter
Thanky you so much, Kay. We're excited ourselves about the outcome! 
3 years ago
Steve James
Actor, Comedian, Screenwriter, Voice Actor, Voice Artist
Fantastic Story - well done!
3 years ago
With gratitude, Steve! I appreciate your support:D It is impressive how actors can convey a movie just by reading a voice over and an excerpt of a dialogue!
3 years ago
William Joseph Hill
Actor, Screenwriter, Filmmaker
Congratulations!!!  This also gives a lot of positive inspiration to many of us here.
3 years ago
Thank you, William. I so appreciate you saying that-it was very thoughtful  of you!
3 years ago
Thank you for sharing.  This is all very inspiring!
3 years ago
Frank, you're most welcome! Thank you, I am happy to hear that you feel that way!
3 years ago
Katherine Blessan
Screenwriter
Love creative collaborations. So exciting to hear how this one is developing. 
3 years ago
Christina Patjens
Screenwriter
Indeed it is. Lovely people!
3 years ago
Susan Joyce DuBosque
Content Creator, Editor, Screenwriter, Songwriter
Wonderful! Hospitality and kindness is their way of life.
3 years ago
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