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Michele Baker
Why I love writing dialogue

As a published author and screenwriter, (non-fiction, historical fiction, rom-com) I love what happens when characters start talking! I've had characters break through writer's block and lead me into brave new worlds. Characters who have the no-holds-barred conversations that need to be heard. Chara...

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Michele Baker. Hope you're doing great! I love what happens when characters start talking too! I outline my scripts, but I leave room for characters to do things I didn't think of and new things t...

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Mick Eggins

Hi Michele

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Peter D. Marshall
The 3 “R’s” of Filmmaking (Reveal-Reveal-Reveal)

QUOTE: “As a writer, you can’t get too eager and give too much away too quickly. The Slow Reveal is paramount to any story and is vital in creating tension in a film. Keep in mind that tension is the result of conflict and that conflict arises from slowly revealing a series of mysteries leading to t...

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Maurice Vaughan

Must-read post, Peter D. Marshall! I've noticed the "slow reveal" technique in movies and shows, especially Mystery. It's one thing that makes them so incredible. Sometimes I reveal things too quickly...

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Michael David

This is really good, Peter D. Marshall thank you

Sam Rivera

The "slow reveal" is what transforms a series of events into a compelling mystery. It's not just about withholding information, but about strategically parceling it out to deepen engagement.

Michael Dzurak

Like a birthday or Christmas present:

Anticipating it → Seeing it → Holding the box → Unwrapping it… the REVEAL!

Peter D. Marshall

Michael. I love that! I think I will "steal" that quote from you :) :) :)

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Davide Ludovisi
How a Hidden WWII Diary Turned Into My Next Big Writing Challenge

I’ve seen that many posts invite members to share their November Write Club goal, so here’s mine. I come from the documentary world, and for many years I’ve been sitting on an unpublished and quite unique diary/memoir telling the incredible true story of a soldier of Austrian origin who enlisted in...

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Stephen Folker

Sounds like an awesome premise. Best wishes with it!

Maurice Vaughan

Great to meet you, Davide Ludovisi. Congratulations on getting the script request! I can see the story working as a fiction TV series. I'd watch it!

Here's some free TV writing webinars: www.stage32.co...

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Davide Ludovisi

That's awesome! Thanks Maurice

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Davide Ludovisi. Stage 32 has feedback services too (www.stage32.com/scriptservices).

And you could post your script on your profile. Producers search profiles for projects. That and ne...

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John January Noble

Decide Ludovisi-That was Ashley Rene Smith's in OPEN HOUSE -response live yesterday, about being attentive here on the platform, interacting, writing. It didn't work out yesterday, maybe today, but to...

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Julie Lamont
Reboots

So… I’m aware writing reboots pitches and scripts, etc, has a whole range of challenges if you don’t personally own the IP and aren’t a big name producer. But for those of who have a real passion in this area, who want to see a particular project made, what is some genuine advice on how to achieve t...

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Maurice Vaughan

I would network/build relationships with the IP owners, Julie Lamont. It might lead to them listening to your pitch and reading your script. And check out The Stunt List (www.officialstuntlist.com/sub...

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Elle Bolan

Definitely spend some time networking and letting people see you. It's the single biggest thing you can do for yourself in the beginning.

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Maurice Vaughan
Food from a Movie, Show, Etc. You Want to Try

Hey, everyone! Hope you're having a great week and November! My name's Maurice. I'm a screenwriter, ghostwriter, commercial writer, pitch deck designer, and Stage 32 Lounge Moderator in the Screenwriting Lounge and Writers’ Room Lounge.

What's a food from a movie, show, book, etc. you want to try?...

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Maurice Vaughan

And it's the last week of Stage 32's November Write Club. It can help you reach a goal(s), it's a chance to connect with writers, directors, producers, etc., and you can get support for your goal and...

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Shirley Collier

I am a retired, award-winning advertising, sales promotion copywriter and totally new to Stage32. My goal is to write scripts for feature films. I love the sci-fi and romance genres. Have a logline fo...

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Shirley Collier. Hope you're doing great! Welcome to Stage 32. I love watching and writing Sci-Fi.

Cinderella Possibilities sounds really interesting! Unique concept! I'm rooting for you to reach y...

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Banafsheh Esmailzadeh
When you're bursting with ideas

Good midweek, everyone~

When you have a ton of ideas for one project, what do you tend to do? Do you pick and choose which ones you like best and ignore the rest, or do you find ways to accommodate all of them?

I like to do a bit of both; whatever I can't accommodate, whether in the main body or as a...

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Martin Graham

While I feel like the last two I wrote, for some unknown, mythological reason... really pushed me to be strict on what ideas made it through, which helped me be less pressured by too many ideas. They...

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Debbie Seagle

Banafsheh Esmailzadeh Sometimes I put all the ideas into one transcript/script, then I realize I'm confusing the purpose & as I edit, I save the brilliant ideas in a folder I may never see again. It c...

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Banafsheh Esmailzadeh

I'm the same way Martin Graham, which is why precious few of my ideas from high school avoided the graveyard. It's good to be strict because some ideas look good but don't have a lot of substance, and...

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Maurice Vaughan

Banafsheh Esmailzadeh I couldn't get three feature scripts to work (unfinished first drafts), so I combined them into one script.

Pat Alexander

I typically at least try them out in the script in the first draft. I'll often find though I have to cut stuff for length/pace and I usually find it's some of the extra ideas that are easiest to let go and save for later!

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Ian Breeshaw
Looking for Advice on Getting an Agent as a Writer/Director

Hi Everyone,

I’m a writer-director based in Spain, and I’m finishing post-production on my first feature film. It’s the first project in a larger connected horror/thriller universe called Pennyville. I already have three additional feature scripts written, outlines for more, and I’m close to finish...

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Ian Breeshaw. Congratulations on finishing post on your first feature film! Reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with reps. Executives, pro...

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Ian Breeshaw

Thanks for this, I shall send them an email.

Libby Wright

I agree with Maurice Vaughan. The sucess team can help guide you toward the right people and connections! They are so nice and knowledgable.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Ian Breeshaw.

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Warren Edward Foster
Pitch Deck/Pitch Bible Template

Hello Stage32, I am preparing for a Pitch Deck/Pitch Bible Review +30 minute talk with an executive. Does anyone have an outline/template of a Pitch Deck or Pitch Bible so that I can prepare my materials? Any information provided would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Lindsey M Grant

I've created one on Canva. They have plenty of templates. You can make a slideshow of it and/or a video. The pay-to-play Pro version is often offered for a 30-day free trial, but it's not necessary to create a slideshor or video. Good luck

Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Warren Edward Foster. I could email you a Canva pitch deck template and a Microsoft series bible template a little later today, but they're for a kids' show. I have movie pitch deck templates and...

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Dirty Fangz

I am applying for funding from the State for a project I am developing here in Germany and one of the requirements was the Pitch Deck, I could only find examples from the 60's online or Spongebob, so...

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Sanna Peth

Hi, I’m not sure how ‘professional’ it is, but I do have a 12-page pitch deck prepared — the structure and key points are definitely solid, and I’m happy to share it if needed.

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Ray Watters
You are never too old and it is never too late!

There I was, retired from broadcasting 21 years ago and wondered at age 60 what else I could do? Be an actor? Never! I'm too old. I learned age is not a barrier...read my blog how it all worked.

https://www.raywatters.com/post/a-new-career-at-my-age...

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A NEW CAREER AT MY AGE?
A NEW CAREER AT MY AGE?
I see a number of posts from people in the business...actors, casting directors, drama coaches, et al, who preach that you're never too old to begin an acting career. Their advice is right on; however…
Maurice Vaughan

Congratulations, Pamela Winfrey! I'm looking forward to hearing more about the film!

Laurence Pang

I've been with TV for almost 30 years now. Have always loved acting. There is no retiring. Now, as long as they need an old man, I'm there.

Brandon Keeton

Yup! Started when I was 47. 52 now. Mathematically, I think it works for those of us that are a little older. There are just fewer of us to compete for parts. I have been constantly working since I started. Good luck on your adventure! Maybe we'll meet on set one day!

António Monfort

Old is just a number. Listen to your body and love to be an acto

António Monfort

Old is just a number. Listen to your body and love to be an actor.

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Chase Carmichael
Reintroducing Yourself

Hi, I'm reintroducing myself.

My name is Chase Carmichael. I'm from Utah and I write my concepts involving Anthropomorphic Animal Animations (I.e., Sonic The Hedgehog Video Games/IDW Comic Book Adaptation, Zootopia) to mix in with genres like Superheroes, Comedies, Science Fictions, and Fantasies. So...

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Maurice Vaughan

I'll have to check those out, Chase Carmichael. Do you like the live-action movies?

Chase Carmichael

The live-action movies are okay. But I just prefer the video game franchise and comic book adaptations. Lol

Maurice Vaughan

I like the live-action movies, but I prefer the video game franchise too, Chase Carmichael. I didn't know there were comics. I'll have to check them out. Thanks. And I looked up Sonic the Hedgehog (Sa...

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Elle Bolan

I loved the Sonic games! I never got into the shows or movies, but I should probably give them a chance.

Ray Fontenault

Thanks for sharing. Good luck with your goals.

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Stuart Michael Thomas
Returning to Stage32

Hello everybody. My name is Stuart Michael Thomas. I’m a composer here in LA with 20+ years experience on a wide array of projects from indies to studio blockbusters. Most of my career has been as a hired gun doing additional music from The Hunger Games, Iron Man 3 and Avengers: Age Of Ultron to som...

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Stuart Michael Thomas Composer for Film and Television -
Stuart Michael Thomas Composer for Film and Television -
Composer Stuart Michael Thomas has amassed over 100 film and television credits including some of the biggest blockbusters of all time.
Maurice Vaughan

Welcome back, Stuart Michael Thomas. Hope you're doing great! Congratulations on co-composing The Cut and all the films! I still need to check out Top Gun: Maverick. I want to rewatch Top Gun first si...

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Stuart Michael Thomas

Maurice Vaughan the best part of composing is that goosebump moment when what you’re doing actually elevates the scene. Sometimes it’s by design, sometimes there a happy accident but when it works, it...

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Jake DelVecchio
Producer Journey So Far

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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Giulio Malandrino

Hi Jake, my name is Giulio Malandrino and I'm an Italian director. What kind of projects are you looking for?

Maurice Vaughan

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...

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Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg

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....

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