The Stage 32 Videos: Writing

The Battle of Nagashino - A Motion Comic

My first attempt at creating a motion comic. I chose a section from my samurai feature film screenplay "Under One Sky" to transform into a style of writing I haven't done much of since many years ago. This piece is the fictionalised account of one of the samurai soldiers.

Burbank International Film Festival 2023 Highlights

The 2023 Burbank International Film Festival was a spectacular celebration of cinematic artistry, culminating in the prestigious Tim Burton Day, where the legendary filmmaker was honored for his unique contributions to the industry. The festival dazzled attendees with a vibrant array of groundbreaking films, captivating panels, and immersive experiences, all reflecting the innovative spirit of Burbank’s rich entertainment heritage. With Tim Burton himself gracing the event, it was a memorable occasion that underscored the festival's commitment to honoring visionary creators and fostering a dynamic platform for emerging talent.

Writing Great Opening to a screenplay || Craig D Griffiths

In this episode we look at some great opening. Some people say you have ten pages, other say three pages to capture a reader. I say you can tell in a few sentences. Here is a link to the SKOOL community.

Screenplays are not blueprints - Craig D Griffiths

It is so important to not sell yourself short by allowing people to call your work anything less than art. Screenwriting T-SHIRT https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Be-Heard-by-HeyKaela/149923174.RY32L Books on writing (including free books) can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Craig-Griffiths/e/B075WDD6HM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_fkmr0_1&qid=1653688330&sr=1-1-fkmr0 There are a number of articles as well as more on the topic of this video at: http://griffithscreative.com.au If you want to reach out you can comment on this video or make contact via the contact form at griffiths creative.

Pacing your screenplay on the page - Good to Great - Craig D Griffiths

Pacing has two aspects. How a screenplay is paced overall, and how you get the pace on the page correct. Screenwriting T-SHIRT https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Be-Heard-by-HeyKaela/149923174.RY32L Books on writing (including free books) can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Craig-Griffiths/e/B075WDD6HM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_fkmr0_1&qid=1653688330&sr=1-1-fkmr0 There are a number of articles as well as more on the topic of this video at: http://griffithscreative.com.au If you want to reach out you can comment on this video or make contact via the contact form at griffiths creative.

Going from Book to Film (while writing a book) Craig D Griffiths

We look at a viewer question about writing a novel that could be easily turned into a movie. Screenwriting T-SHIRT https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Be-Heard-by-HeyKaela/149923174.RY32L Books on writing (including free books) can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Craig-Griffiths/e/B075WDD6HM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_fkmr0_1&qid=1653688330&sr=1-1-fkmr0 There are a number of articles as well as more on the topic of this video at: http://griffithscreative.com.au If you want to reach out you can comment on this video or make contact via the contact form at griffiths creative.

Good to Great - PACING - (why you need it) Craig D Griffiths

Controlling the pacing of your story is important. In part two I will give example of how to control pace on the page. Here is the link you can use to help Matt Lamb. Please consider sharing the Matt Lamb link.

Directing On The Page Comments Craig D Griffiths

In this episode we take an in depth look at first time writers and how they direct on the page and how successful their films were. Screenwriting T-SHIRT https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Be-Heard-by-HeyKaela/149923174.RY32L Here is the link you can use to help Matt Lamb.

Light Em' Up Review.mp4

Review from 4 Theater

Screenwriting Myth - WE SEE - Craig D Griffiths

There are so many things that are misunderstood in screenwriting. This is one of them.

reloaded Good to Great using information flow Part 2 Craig D Griffiths

TO HELP MATT: http://spot.fund/MattLambERRecoveryFund Hi team, The link above will take you to a page where you can track Matt's recovery and help if you choose. I had to reload, as the original video had very low audio. THANK YOU. Screenwriting T-SHIRT https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/B... Books on writing (including free books) can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Craig-Griffith...

THE FOURTH ANNUAL HER VISION INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

JUNE 22ND SCREENING EVENT AT SLATE IN MANHATTAN Get your passes now https://slate.ticketsauce.com/e/4th-annual-her-vision-international-film-festival You can also still submit your work at WWW.HERVISIONFILMFESTIVAL.COM or https://filmfreeway.com/TheHerVisionFilmFestival
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