Coffee & Content: When They Double Down, You Triple Down!

Coffee & Content: When They Double Down, You Triple Down!

Coffee & Content: When They Double Down, You Triple Down!

Richard "RB" Botto
Richard "RB" Botto
3 months ago

Happy Sunday, Creative Army!

Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in.

First up, in this video essay by Frame Voyager, he’s talking about the new Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown. Based on Elijah Wald's 2015 book Dylan Goes Electric!, the film chronicles Bob Dylan's rise from a folk music phenomenon to the seismic moment at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, where his shift to electric instruments sparked both outrage and acclaim. Starring Timothée Chalamet as Dylan—who also serves as a producer—the biopic features an ensemble cast including Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, Monica Barbaro, Boyd Holbrook, and Scoot McNairy. Taking its title from the iconic chorus of Dylan's 1965 hit "Like a Rolling Stone," the film navigates the challenges of depicting a living legend. Director James Mangold, no stranger to musical biopics after Walk the Line, brings his expertise to the project, with Chalamet stepping into the daunting role of embodying an American icon—a journey of dedication, spanning six years of creative triumphs and setbacks.

2025 is going to be a great year for feature films! We’re already seeing it with spec script sales and all of the exciting announcements that have been coming out over the last few weeks. If you’ve been reading the trades, as you should be, you’ve already seen that Amazon has committed to at least doubling their feature film slate for 2025! Learn more in this video!

As always, here at Stage 32, we love to share stories and knowledge with our fellow film fans. Know someone who would love this content? Share it with them! Tag them below! You can keep up with all of our content by subscribing to the Stage 32 YouTube. For more inspirational, educational, and motivational content on all things entertainment industry, follow me on Instagram and X @rbwalksintoabar.

Wishing you a very happy, healthy, & creative Sunday.

Cheers,

RB

Frame Voyager | Timothée Chalamet's 6-Year Journey To Become Bob Dylan

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Richard "RB" Botto

Richard "RB" Botto

Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist

Richard "RB" Botto has created the online platform and marketplace designed to democratize the entertainment industry, Stage 32. By leveling the playing field for all film, television and digital content creators and professionals worldwide, Stage 32 provides networking and training opportunities as...

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11 Comments on Richard RB's Article

Amanda Toney - Next Level Education
Director of Operations, Producer
I agree with Harri-Pekka - great energy booster as we gear up for 2025!
3 months ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
Many intriguing headlines over the holiday break as well. We'll get to those soon.
3 months ago
João Janeira Nobre
Camera Operator, Videographer, Editor, Screenwriter
WE AND THEM (RB) THANKS !
3 months ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
Appreciate you, John January Noble. Cheers.
3 months ago
William Joseph Hill
Actor, Screenwriter, Filmmaker
Thanks for sharing, RB! Best wishes for a Happy & Prosperous New Year!
3 months ago
John Snell
Screenwriter, Actor
As usual, thanks for the positive words of encouragement and living up to your reputation as great leader Richard "RB" Botto! Here's to selling our specs in 2025!
3 months ago
Wayne Jarman
Actor, Crew, Screenwriter, Stage Manager, Director, Editor, Author, Camera Operator, Photographer (Still), Playwright, Set Builder, Voice Artist
I thoroughly enjoyed the story of Timothée Chalamet's Journey To Become Bob Dylan. It kept my interest through the entire 15+ minutes. Technical aspects, Music production, and Challenges (including Covid). Brilliant video. And yes, RB, we need to... KEEP WRITING!!! Thank you for sharing this with us.
3 months ago
Tom Stohlgren
Author, Researcher, Screenwriter
I loved the six years of persistence to make "A Complete Unknown." That makes me want to see the movie more this week. They all struggled through COVID-19 and strikes. Nothing stopped them. I agree with RB that our industry is on a wave and I want to help move it along, not just ride it. Thanks for posting!
3 months ago
Xochi Blymyer
Assistant Director, Director, Line Producer, Screenwriter, Unit Production Manager
I really enjoyed A Complete Unknown. Cast was great, music I loved, all around thumbs up from me. I agree 2025 will be a good year. I do hope I can get my script in front of the right people! Happy New Year Everyone!
3 months ago
Harri-Pekka Virkki
Author, Stunt Performer
Thanks RB! Great energy booster post for New Year 2025! have a successful, happy and healthy one!
3 months ago
Love it!
3 months ago
Maurice Vaughan
Screenwriter
Good morning, RB. My creative weekend is going great. I rewrote part of a fan fiction short script, worked on a TV series outline, and thought of some ideas for other scripts. The Frame Voyager video is encouraging, but it’s also something that new screenwriters, directors, etc. should know up front (things take time). It’s been exciting to hear about the spec script sales and announcements lately! I’m looking forward to seeing what happens in 2025 and pitching my projects! I think we're gonna see more spec scripts next year. And more box-office hit indie films and indie films with big streaming numbers. Thanks for sharing the videos, RB. Happy New Year!
3 months ago
Sandra Isabel Correia
Screenwriter, Executive
Happy New Year RB :)) I am happy because I have a spec feature so I am on right track :)) I only need to find my match :)) Thank you for this amazing year and being always pushing us forward ! I know 2025 will be an amazing year and special for filmmaking industry because it’s the beginning of telling stories in a new way :)) Cheers to us and all the Stage 32 community! And for you, you have all of my love! Let’s make it the best :))
3 months ago
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