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Coffee & Content: Capturing Characters On Screen and On the Page

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. Let’s start with this brilliant video essay from Panavision: Oona Menges, BSC on cinematography, collaborating, and Ruby Speaking. Oona Menges has had a decades-long career as a cinematographer, and throughout it s...

Richard "RB" Botto
Richard "RB" Botto
10 hours ago
Coffee & Content: Capturing Characters On Screen and On the Page

7 Tips To Strengthen Your Screenplay’s Dialogue

Writing dialogue is more than just studying how other people speak. It helps to move your story forward and gives a voice to what you’ve put down on paper. Here are some tips to make this voice as strong as possible. 1) Do Your Research An upper-class woman in Victorian England is going to have a very different life from a teenage boy in 2010. Know who your character is and how they navigate life based on their occupation and social status. Find out as much as you can about the career th...

Christina Lee
Christina Lee
a day ago
7 Tips To Strengthen Your Screenplay’s Dialogue

Stage 32 Certification Journey: Central American Cinema Breaking Global Records!

I’m proud to share how my Stage 32 Certification equipped me with the skills to produce and release Paradise Falls: A Christmas Story, a film that has set a historic record for Central American cinema. The certification gave me essential knowledge, from project management to international distribution, that helped me navigate the complexities of a global release with confidence. Thanks to those tools, Paradise Falls: A Christmas Story achieved an unprecedented milestone: premiering in 11 count...

Stage 32 Certification Journey: Central American Cinema Breaking Global Records!

Stage 32 Partners with STARZ, NALIP, and NFMLA for the #TakeTheLead Writers’ Intensive!

Hello, Creative Army! Another day, another partnership, another opportunity for the incredible, talented members of the Stage 32 community. I’ve always said the mission of Stage 32 is to democratize access to industry-level opportunities. Today, I’m proud to share proof of that mission in action. As announced exclusively in Variety, Stage 32 is an Education Partner for the STARZ #TakeTheLead Writers’ Intensive with the National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) and NewFilmm...

Stage 32 Partners with STARZ, NALIP, and NFMLA for the #TakeTheLead Writers’ Intensive!

The Proof is in The Proof of Concept

The Proof is in The Proof of Concept - or is it? For the past few years, I've been advising thousands of writers, actors, and creators (probably 5,000+) NOT to shoot proof of concepts for their projects. They rarely communicate what the final product would actually look like, and more often than not, poor production quality works against them. A proof of concept needs to WOW an executive, producer, or financier to really move the needle. But a bad proof of concept can tilt the scale of doubt th...

The Proof is in The Proof of Concept

Stage 32 Now Certifying Film & TV Workforce in Limpopo, South Africa!

The creative spirit of Limpopo, South Africa, has always been undeniable, and today, our region’s filmmakers are poised for an even brighter future. I am thrilled to share that the Made in Limpopo Film Hub Screenwriting Workshop has partnered with Stage 32 Certification to offer a transformative opportunity: the winner of our workshop will receive a free Stage 32 Certification course, which is an unparalleled pathway to professional development and industry recognition. We are thrilled that Stag...

Stage 32 Now Certifying Film & TV Workforce in Limpopo, South Africa!

Your Guide To Filming Great Interviews

Hello, my fellow creatives. In this survival guide, I will be focusing on a checklist and things to keep in mind when shooting a documentary or good old fashion interviews. There are many ways to skin a cat, and it is up to you to test and refine what works so you can effectively handle any curve balls and do your job efficiently while keeping on schedule. Choosing The Right Space It goes without saying that picking the right location for your documentary or interview is important. Does it ma...

Shawn Yeo
Shawn Yeo
6 days ago
Your Guide To Filming Great Interviews

Coffee & Content: The Tools, Routines, and Relationships That Drive Creative Success

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. Let’s start with this insightful roundtable by Panavision, where a group of world-class DPs share the tools, routines, and instincts they rely on throughout the filmmaking process. From essential items like viewfinde...

Coffee & Content: The Tools, Routines, and Relationships That Drive Creative Success

The Art of Rejection: Lessons From a First-Time Author’s Publishing Journey

As I sit down to reflect on my journey as a first-time author, the word "rejection" echoes in my mind like a haunting melody that I can't quite shake. Like many aspiring writers, I had dreams of sharing my stories with the world, but the path to publication is rarely a straight line. Instead, it resembles a winding road filled with unexpected twists, turns, and—most daunting of all—rejections. Leaving California for a year-long adventure in Bali, Indonesia, I sought solace and inspiration to w...

The Art of Rejection: Lessons From a First-Time Author’s Publishing Journey

Your Shot at Representation is Here!

The Stage 32 Representation Pitchfest (August 30-31) Could Change Everything This is it, writers! This weekend presents one of the most INCREDIBLE opportunities of the year. The Stage 32 Representation Pitchfest on August 27th, 30th, and 31st, where you'll have direct access to 10 managers and agents who are actively hunting for new material and prospective clients. Why This Weekend Matters Forget the endless query letters and cold submissions that disappear into the void. These industry pro...

Your Shot at Representation is Here!
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