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Attending Cannes Film Festival Marche du Film for the First Time!

If you are considering attending the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film for the first time but are unsure whether you will be able to navigate it, keep reading. I was in your shoes before I decided to take the plunge this year! I hope sharing my experience will give you that final push you need and help you make the most of your time there next year. First A Bit Of Context I am a director based in Dubai. Earlier this year, a grounded sci-fi thriller feature film I wrote and will direct was s...

Gorkem Sifael
Gorkem Sifael
5 months ago
Attending Cannes Film Festival Marche du Film for the First Time!

Red Carpet Roll-Out: July 2024's New Educators & Executives At Stage 32!

Happy Friday, Stage 32 Community! Our Stage 32 Team has been working diligently to bring in as many new resources and opportunities as possible to enrich your experience here in our community! At Stage 32 you have direct access to award-winning industry executives and professionals who’ve written, produced, developed, created VFX, and represented acclaimed projects such as ANYONE BUT YOU, GRAN TURISMO, BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE, BLACK BIRD, BOARDWALK EMPIRE, TOKYO VICE, THE WHITE LOTUS, WE OWN...

Ashley Renee Smith
Ashley Renee Smith
5 months ago
Red Carpet Roll-Out: July 2024's New Educators & Executives At Stage 32!

Stage 32's July 2024 Education Schedule!

Happy Thursday, Stage 32 Community! I hope that the last month has been joyful and productive for you all! Our Stage 32 Education Team has certainly been hard at work to bring incredible education opportunities and resources to this fantastic community. This July, you'll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning screenwriters, producers, directors, showrunners, actors, consultants, dialect/voice coaches, authors, script coordinators, VFX artists, attorney...

Ashley Renee Smith
Ashley Renee Smith
5 months ago
Stage 32's July 2024 Education Schedule!

How Stage 32 Turned A Dream Into A Reality!

I have been working on my teleplay for my TV Rom-Com, NUMBER 54, since 2004. Yes, it’s been twenty years of working on and polishing the Pilot script. I would sit at my desk and write a little, scrap it, and start over. I felt something was missing, but what was it? After twenty years of writing and rewriting, I finally figured it out. It was too long and it wasn’t funny enough. So as a member of STAGE 32 since 2015, I decided to write my best rendition and pitch it to someone who could help fin...

Lee Shargel
Lee Shargel
5 months ago
How Stage 32 Turned A Dream Into A Reality!

It's Time For Our Cannes 2024 Recap!

Happy Tuesday, Creative Army! 2024 was Stage 32’s 11th year on La Croisette at the Cannes Film Festival and our 8th year as an official education partner of Cannes Marché du Film! It was amazing to see so many people from our global community show up to celebrate, network, and support each other. We had Stage 32 members screening their films and closing big deals, showcasing the immense talent that we’re lucky to foster here every day. We also had members attending and hosting panels, furthe...

Richard "RB" Botto
Richard "RB" Botto
5 months ago
It's Time For Our Cannes 2024 Recap!

Captivating Heroic Journey Narratives: The Art Of Beat Sheets

Crafting captivating narratives is an art form that elevates screenwriting to new heights. If you’re seeking success in screenwriting, understanding the concept of beat sheets is paramount. These guides provide a roadmap for plot development and creating engaging narratives. In this exploration of the Heroic Journey as a beat sheet in screenwriting, I will unravel their significance, their applications, and how they intertwine with the timeless allure of the Heroic Journey. Join me on this fi...

Miquiel Banks
Miquiel Banks
5 months ago
Captivating Heroic Journey Narratives: The Art Of Beat Sheets

Coffee & Content: Are You Being Intentional In All Of Your Choices?

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. First up, in this video from Just An Observation, they’re analyzing Jeremy Allen White's award-winning performance as Carmy Berzatto in FX's The Bear. Specifically, his masterful ability to lean into Carmy’s physical stress, anxiety, and personal trauma in unique ways that amplify the story. It’s a showc...

Richard "RB" Botto
Richard "RB" Botto
5 months ago
Coffee & Content: Are You Being Intentional In All Of Your Choices?

Top 10 Beginner Mistakes Made At Music Studios!

I received my master’s degree in Composition and Technologies from the University of Colorado Boulder and I couldn’t wait to start working in the industry. My journey has been incredible and I worked hard to get where I am. You have to start somewhere, so I began my career working for Tom Holkenborg (Junkie XL) as his primary assistant, working on sound design, additional composition, studio music tech, conducting and orchestration. During those years with Junkie XL, I worked on several films in...

Samuel Estes
Samuel Estes
5 months ago
Top 10 Beginner Mistakes Made At Music Studios!

PR Pro Lingo: 25 Terms Filmmakers and Actors Must Know!

In a previous Stage 32 blog (which you can find HERE), I discussed why consulting with a publicist is a good idea before heading into production on your creative project. Working with a publicity team can sometimes feel daunting—especially if you’re not on the same page and don’t speak the same lingo. To complicate matters more, it can be especially intimidating if you’re constrained by budget and taking on the DIY approach. So, whether you’ve worked with a PR team before or you’re going it alon...

Tamaryn Tobian
Tamaryn Tobian
5 months ago
PR Pro Lingo: 25 Terms Filmmakers and Actors Must Know!

What I Learned From Nic Pizzolatto's Work Part 2: Themes, Tropes, and Conflicts

In part 1 of this blog series (which you can find HERE), I delved into character and plot development inspired by Nic Pizzolatto's work. Now, let's focus on content aspects: themes, tropes, and conflicts. Unlike the first part, there's no specific order here—it's a writing toolbox to be used as needed. Themes are the flesh of a story, giving it depth beyond the plot. They offer an interesting perspective on everyday life, resonating with audiences long after the story ends. For example, True...

Ulrich Goetz
Ulrich Goetz
5 months ago
What I Learned From Nic Pizzolatto's Work Part 2: Themes, Tropes, and Conflicts
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