I've been producing in LA and I’m trying to connect with directors who need support on the logistical side of their projects. Budgets, schedules, locations, crew, and the planning that needs to be in place for a successful shoot.
I know there are directors/filmmakers here (in LA) who need that kind o...
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Hi All: I used to be quite a singer back in the day - so here's a song I wrote and recorded called Sweet Freedom. I don't sing as much anymore but would love some feedback. https://soundcloud.com/discover
I have two - here is one: https://soundcloud.com/sharon-mandel-902843588/04-shoeless-prison-blues...
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Thanks, Ilanna Mandel. I just listened to both songs and followed you on SoundCloud. Your singing and songs are incredible!
Aww thank you. I always felt the folk blues song had potential and I'd love to sell it or something!
You're welcome, Ilanna Mandel. I like both songs, especially Sweet Freedom! I hope you sell them/find people to use them!
Hello. Misryana here. I am new to Stage 32. I write genre-bending, slightly crazy, emotionally deep screenplays and novels. I have 8 screenplays completed and one full novel. I’ll be spending my Thanksgiving Day downtime from my 9-5 eating, partying with family and editing the new screenplays around...
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Congratulations, that is quite an accomplishment. Have a great holiday as well.
It's great to meet you, Misryana Why. Welcome to the community. Congratulations on writing 8 screenplays and a novel!
Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creativ...
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Robert McKee, a wise voice on storytelling, highlights an important point:
The impact of the Inciting Incident creates our opportunity to reach the limits of life. It’s a kind of explosion. In Action genres it may be in fact an explosion; in other films, as muted as a smile. No matter how subtle or...
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Hi, Ehsan Rahimpour. I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. I wanted to let you know I moved your post from the Authoring & Playwriting Lounge to the Screenwriting Lounge since it fits better here. Let me k...
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Hi, Maurice Vaughan,
oh, thanks for your careful correction.
You're welcome, Ehsan Rahimpour. And it's the last week of Stage 32's November Write Club. It can help you reach a goal, it's a chance to connect with writers, directors, producers, etc., and you can...
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it’s the first element I anticipate when I’m watching a movie or a tv Ehsan Rahimpour series....
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Ehsan Rahimpour - very insightful. My entire script is often written from the idea of an inciting incident - then I start at the beginning - incite - and keep going!...
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I'm wondering what some of your favorites are. I noticed in the OWAs that I haven't seen most of the shows they are inspired by. I guess I need to watch a lot more tv, lol. I thought I already watch too much! I really loved the writing on Black Sails. From beginning to end it had strong character de...
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Second Patriot 100% and Black Sails is awesome. Would add some more gems in: Banshee, Loudermilk, Lodge 49, Devs, Zero Zero Zero and The Deuce
Red Dwarf
Blake's 7
Galaxy Express 999
Queen Millennia
Space Pirate Captain Harlock
Space Battleship Yamato
Fallout, Breaking Bad, The Wire, Yellowjackets, and The Last of Us to name a few, Zarya Rowland Bintz.
I'd toss Beef, Landman, Andor, and Mare of Easttown into the hat as well!
I've said it here before... I love a good practical light! Simple, utilitarian. Oftentimes, quite beautiful. Many years ago, I shot a small indie film where our primary location was a musty, old recording studio (where magic happens of course). The space was huge and extremely dark. I needed to find...
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That's a great idea, Michael Fitzer, MFA! I like the way the scene looks!
Improvisation, lighting, ideas, and lenses go hand in hand.
The still of the set looks amazing the lighting was perfect. it has become a challenge with lighting to be original because it seems the Bi-color practical lighting teal foreground orange background has become the signature template.
A producer is the most miserable creature alive. His morning doesn’t start with brushing his teeth with a fresh line of cok... — no, he has to groan, crack his spine, and drag himself to Walmart. There he buys yet another tiny mixed-feed gizmo for the Time Machine he’s been building, just so he can...
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What are you saying?
Usually I say words made of letters, earthling:)
I still don't understand.
When you start a script, do you describe the action behind the opening credits? I want to write the opening sequence where the credits roll. - I see it in my head. - But … maybe I should step back.
Do you leave it up to your director of photography/cinematographer to get creative, or do you suggest an opening sequence in your script?
Welcome, Debbie Seagle. Adding credits is in the same amateur vein as a copyright notice, draft status and date on a title page.
Yes E Langley I'd never include the credits in the script (but MAYBE an opening sequence ((a simple action sequence)) where the credits scroll). But dang, I put the draft date on the title page of my...
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As a paid studio reader for several years, it is unnecessary to put the draft date on the title page. The only time you put a draft date on your script is when your script is in pre-pro or in production.
Thank you E Langley & Francisco Castro ! I truly appreciate your expertise! I love the insight and helpful tips for moving forward professionally. These little nuggets will help everyone level up....
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Hi, Jon Hersh. Happy Thanksgiving for you and your family. Thank you for your time with us. I have two questions, if you allow me to:
- When a writer has a high‑concept, commercially driven feature, wh...
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Happy Thanksgiving Jon. I appreciate this opportunity. I've been writing in the dark for years but successfully publishing my first book has given me more confidence and purpose as a writer. I'm finis...
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After having sold.true life screenplays, Netflix aired a documentary that I was featured in
on Oct 30th. 2025.
Since I have no representation, but was integral to the Documentary, do you think I could...
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Hi Jon, thanks for doing this. What’s the best way to put together a query letter via email and is there a specific day and time you should tsend that out to producers and agents? Thank you so much. Really appreciate this.
Hi Jon, thank you so much for you time offered to everyone.
In your professional opinion, when is the best time to seek out representation? Is there a certain amount of screenplays, concepts/ideas or d...
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Hi Jake, my name is Giulio Malandrino and I'm an Italian director. What kind of projects are you looking for?
Hey, Jake DelVecchio. Stage 32 has free in-person Meetups that are great for networking with directors, producers, execs, writers, and more (www.stage32.com/meetups). If you don't see a Meetup in your...
Expand commentHey, Jake DelVecchio. Stage 32 has free in-person Meetups that are great for networking with directors, producers, execs, writers, and more (www.stage32.com/meetups). If you don't see a Meetup in your area, keep an eye on that page for new Meetups. And you're welcome to start your own Meetup.
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Jake DelVecchio You should drop into our Independent Producers Guild and DSP weekly virtual meet ups, and as an independent producer, you should join the Guild as well. Reach out to me here....
Expand commentJake DelVecchio You should drop into our Independent Producers Guild and DSP weekly virtual meet ups, and as an independent producer, you should join the Guild as well. Reach out to me here.