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Dwayne Williams 2, this is such a great pairing, and I love how you’re looking at both the technical and creative evolution of animation. Love, Death & Robots takes that idea and just explodes it. The fact that every episode reinvents itself, different styles, tones, storytelling approaches, is so cool!! That kind of freedom is what makes the medium so exciting.

Chase, I’m so glad you shared this, because I’m going to be honest, Kiff is new to me, so I’m definitely adding it to my list to check out. It sounds like what’s really resonating with you is that balance between fun, chaotic adventures and meaningful emotional beats, which is where a lot of the best animated shows live.

Chris Coggins WALL-E is one of my favorites too. My husband and I actually saw it in theaters together on one of our very first dates, so it holds a really special place for me. The music in it is incredible.

I love this question Ashley Renée Smith. By a longshot...The Iron Giant. It has everything I love about a movie - a giant robot from space, a battle scene and a reference to Superman. The thing that it also has that changed how I viewed animated movies was heart and soul. A young boy living with his single mom who finds a friend who saves the world. That's when I knew I could write a story with my life elements mixed in and still make it fun but with heart.

Thank you, Ashley Renée Smith, and yeah, I will sing Utena’s praises until the end of time xD the best part is that you can watch the whole series, subbed or dubbed, on YouTube. It looks like the movie isn’t on there anymore but I’m sure you can still find it. I enjoyed Attack on Titan but haven’t watched past season 2 I don’t think. But weird, kinda obscure anime that challenges me is right up my alley.

I don't mind sharing a pie at all, Leonardo!

Leonardo Ramirez That’s an interesting place to be creatively.

I feel like when you let go of controlling every step, the story sometimes finds a more honest direction on its own. At the same time, I still struggle with balancing that with staying intentional as a writer.

Do you ever feel the need to step back in and take control again, or do you fully trust the process once you’re in that space?

Ready for pie

Jim Boston Nicholas P - I'm buying.

Abhijeet Aade - Always trust ;o)

Depends on how my mood is.

I have had expereanced the lack of inspiration, then I read some newspapers and got inspired!

I think if you are writing all the time & submitting, but not receiving any feedback that’s positive or not meeting real industry professionals that can actually move your ideas forward, that would make anyone hit the brakes for a while.

It's a very relevant question Harold Ferré ! The reality is whatever you are doing has to have some kind of return on your investment. And I'm not talking about money. Although, money is nice and I really like money! But mostly it is your time that counts. If you aren't getting payback for something you are doing, then you aren't doing the right thing. If you want to write, if you need to write, and it thrills you, that is the payoff! If it makes some coin, that is the bonus.

I took a four-year break from writing. I had ideas, but no will to write. I was going through some personal trauma. Life was hard. When I made it through, I wrote a script about it. Part of the healing process. But my will to write also returned. I'm seven scripts into my creative renaissance and not slowing down. Breaks are necessary sometimes.

Congratulations!!

Great News!! Alex Bright

Congratulations.

congrats

Sounds incredibly cool Walter Quintin. I don't have an account with Behance so I'll have to go back in to do that and catch your video. In the meantime, here’s a great post that will help you navigate Stage 32: https://www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-p... Be sure to stop by the animation lounge and get to know some of your fellow animators: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/animation Welcome to Stage 32!

Thanks Leonardo, I appreciate it. I’m still finding my way around Stage 32, so this helps a lot.I’ll take a look at the animation lounge. Seems like a good place to connect with people working in a similar space.

You are very welcome Walter Quintin. Glad you're with us!

"Welcome and I am truly inspired by your ambitious goal! It’s refreshing to see someone aiming to build an entertainment empire focused on giving a voice to others while maintaining such high integrity and professional dignity.

I admire your courage in carving out a non-traditional path in the legal and creative fields. If you are serious about pursuing this vision, I would be more than happy to offer my support and explore potential ways to collaborate. Wishing you the best of luck on this exceptional journey."

Hi Monica Trombley, welcome to Stage 32! I’m Ashley, Head of Community here on the platform. It’s great to meet you, and you bring such a powerful mix of experience. That combination gives you a really unique perspective on both the creative and business sides of the industry.

I’d encourage you to stay active in the Acting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/acting), the Screenwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting), and the Producing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/producing). Those are great spaces to connect with other creatives, share your insights, and build relationships with people who are developing projects and looking for collaborators.

Given your background and goals, you may also really enjoy the Writer’s Room. It offers access to working industry professionals, exclusive discussions, and Open Writing Assignments where producers and executives are actively looking for material. You can explore a free first month here:

https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip

Really glad you’re here, Monica. Looking forward to seeing you around the Lounges and the conversations you’ll be a part of.

Monica Trombley That’s a powerful mindset especially building something on your own terms while holding onto integrity.

I think creating space for people to tell their stories without compromising themselves is something the industry needs more of.

I’m a director-writer, and I’m also focused on telling grounded, character-driven stories while navigating the industry in a way that feels true to me.

Would be great to connect and see where creative alignment exists.

Welcome to Stage32!

Welcome! Monica Trombley

Good luck! Salustiano Berrios

For theater, think big. Big voice, big movements, big emotions.

Thank you Suzanne Bronson in that case I might have done very well. Maybe not so much with the movements, but I promise you, I have one of the deepest voices ever, so let’s hope that translated well!!!!

Welcome to the S32 Club, Brenda Mohammed!

That's awesome and amazing Brenda Mohammed - Congratulations!! And Happy Easter weekend to you too!

Thank you very much.

Great news Brenda Mohammed !!

Thank you.

Sounds like a great idea CJ Connell. I'm in the southeast but I would encourage you to reach out to success@stage32.com and asking if there's anyone with that kind of experience that can help. All the best to you CJ. Glad you're with us.

Thanks Leonardo Ramirez

You are very welcome CJ Connell

CJ Connell - I also think that's a great idea, from a fellow PNW-er. Highly recommend following Leonardo Ramirez advice.

Congratulations Malkhazi Rashoev - how does it feel to see your novel adapted to a screenplay? Where are you guys thinking of shooting the project?

Thank you so much, Amanda—I really appreciate it. It’s been an exciting and rewarding process seeing the novel evolve into a screenplay; it really gave me a chance to deepen the story in a new way.

At the moment, I’m seeking the right producing partners who can take the project into production. As the story is set in a fictional U.S. state, it will most likely require filming in the U.S.

I’m currently focused on finding the right team to help bring this project to life. I’d love to connect and hear your thoughts!

You're definitely in the right place on Stage 32 We have a ton of blogs that offer advice at the stage you are in, and also a ton of great education. WIshing you nothing but success - you're in an exciting phase!