Hello Stage 32 family!
I’m Sandra Isabel Correia, a writer and director, and I’m currently packaging my short film The Misstep for a feature. Storytelling for me is about hope, transformation, and connection. I believe cinema has the power to heal and to spark new ways of seeing the world.
I want to give a heartfelt welcome to all new members joining us at Stage 32 Community. You’ve found a community that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and encouragement. Dive in, share your WHY, and let’s grow together.
And don’t forget—on December 29th we’ll gather for the Stage 32 Open House with Ashley Smith. It’s always an inspiring event, full of energy and opportunity. You can find details here: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-s-december-community...
Finally, I’m thrilled to share the second poster for The Misstep—created by an incredible ADHD creative whose vision brought fresh energy to the project. This collaboration reminds me how diverse perspectives enrich our art and make our stories stronger.
And as one of the Stage 32 Moderators for Lounges and Webinars, I’m honored to help guide conversations, celebrate your creativity, and keep our community vibrant because in this community, every voice is a spotlight, and every story deserves its red carpet.
Cheers <3
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Hi, Sandra Isabel Correia! I like the poster. It reminds me of movie posters from the 80s, 70s, etc.
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OK THAT is a cool poster Sandra Isabel Correia. I'm with Maurice...it reminds me of something from the 70s or 80s and that's what I love about it! Happy IYW!!
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Hi, Maurice Vaughan. That’s such a wonderful compliment, thank you! I love that you felt the retro vibe; it was very intentional. The Misstep takes place today, but it could just as easily live in the 70s or 80s, because ADHD is a state of mind that exists outside of time. The creator, who has ADHD, has a deep love for vintage and retro aesthetics, and his unique perspective lets him see our reality in a different way. I wanted the poster to reflect that timelessness and celebrate his vision.
It was important to me that The Misstep’s poster felt cinematic and timeless, so hearing it reminds you of those classic 70s and 80s posters means a lot. Those eras had such bold, evocative artwork. Thank you, my friend. Happy IYW :))
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Leonardo Ramirez 2, thank you! I’m so glad you love the poster. That retro feel was very intentional. The Misstep may be set today, but it carries a timeless quality that could easily belong in the 70s or 80s. ADHD, after all, is a state of mind that isn’t bound by time, and the creator’s love for vintage aesthetics gave the design its unique edge. Happy Introduce Yourself Weekend, and thank you for celebrating it with me!
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You're very welcome my friend. Love that poster Sandra Isabel Correia!
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I totally support your mission to lift the consciousness of humanity through the media. That is mine, also. My animated / live action musical, The MicroCosmic Cartoon Show, will further that mission.
Do check out the promo work at www.premaroseproductions.com
I look forward to seeing anything more you can share.
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Me too Leonardo Ramirez 2, but because it's an alternative, I'm sharing as a second poster :))
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Prema Rose, thank you so much; that means a lot. I love that we share the same mission of lifting consciousness through media. Your MicroCosmic Cartoon Show sounds vibrant and inspiring, and I’ll definitely check out your promo work. Happy Introduce Yourself Weekend :)
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You're welcome, Sandra Isabel Correia. I don't see ADHD in a lot of scripts, movies, and shows. I might write a script about it. Happy IYW!
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It has a classic feel to it Sandra Isabel Correia.
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Great Poster Sandra Isabel Correia , Love it. Congrats. It catches our attention so much that we can´t take our eyes off it. It's different.
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Sandra Isabel Correia Love LOVE that poster!!!
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I think it's a great idea, Maurice Vaughan. Today is the real IYW:)) I made a mistake and thought yesterday was Friday LOL.
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Thanks, Leonardo Ramirez 2. I appreciate that :)) Happy weekend, my friend.
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Thank you, Maria Caeiro I appreciate that. Have a great IYW :))
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I am happy for that, Juliana Philippi. Thank you. Happy IYW :))
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Thanks, Sandra Isabel Correia. I get days mixed up sometimes. Hope you have a great IYW and weekend!
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Thanks Sandra Isabel Correia
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Likewise, Maurice Vaughan. Thanksss
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I did the exact same thing Sandra Isabel Correia. I honestly thought yesterday was Friday.
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Hi Sandra! Happy IYW!
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Yes, looking forward to the December 29th Open House
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Hi Sandra Isabel Correia Hi Sandra, love your introduction and the passion you bring for storytelling. Congratulations on The Misstep and the amazing poster collaboration. I completely agree that diverse perspectives make stories stronger, and it’s inspiring to see you champion that in your work. Excited to see where this project goes.
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Thank you for everything you do and for helping so many creatives around the world! You make the community what it is and I'm excited to see what happens next with your projects.
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Sandra Isabel Correia, my soul sister. Every time you share, it feels like a deep exhale and a reminder of why we do this work in the first place.
Your heart for storytelling, hope, and transformation radiates through everything you touch, and The Misstep is such a beautiful reflection of that. I love how you champion collaboration and neurodiverse voices so intentionally. I’m endlessly grateful to walk alongside you in this community, to witness your projects evolve, and to see the care you pour into welcoming and uplifting others. Stage 32 is better because you are here, guiding, encouraging, and holding space for so many voices.
Counting down to the Open House together and cheering you on as you take The Misstep into its next chapter. Always proud of you.
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Happy holidays, Sandra Isabel Correia. Cinema really is a magnificent healer! Wishing you all the best transformations and journey ahead with The Misstep, and thank you for the inspiration.
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Welcome Sandra Isabel Correia and thank you for this incredibly warm and inspiring message. Your focus on stories of hope, transformation, and the healing power of cinema resonates deeply.
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Ahahaha Leonardo Ramirez 2, I don’t know why we launched IYW yesterday; it just means we’re ahead of the script ;)))
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Happy IYW, Elle Bolan. I wish you also a great weekend and happy writing:))
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Likewise Randall Scott White. What an amazing chance to connect with our community and ride the wave with the wonderful Ashley Smith. Excited for our Open House, and wishing you a fabulous Introduce Yourself Weekend!
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Hi Cyrus Sales, happy IYW. Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly believe diverse perspectives are what give stories their strength and resonance, so it means a lot that you picked up on that in The Misstep. The poster collaboration was a beautiful example of how different creative visions can come together to make something timeless. I’m excited to share more as the project unfolds, and I really appreciate your encouragement along the way. Thank you.
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Geoffroy Faugerolas, thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to know the work I do resonates, but I also want to congratulate you for everything you bring to our community. Your presence, support, and creativity help make Stage 32 the vibrant space it is, and I’m truly honored to have you on board with us. I’m excited to see where your journey goes too, and grateful we get to share this path together. Happy IYW!
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Ashley Renee Smith, my soul sister, your words touch me deeply. Thank you for seeing and honoring the heart behind The Misstep and the way I try to hold space for others. I feel endlessly grateful to walk alongside you too, sharing this mission of storytelling, hope, and transformation. Your presence in our community is a gift, and Stage 32 shines brighter because of the care and spirit you bring. I’m so excited to count down to the Open House together and to keep cheering each other on as our projects grow. Always proud to journey with you. I appreciate you :)) Happy IYW!
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Dwayne Williams 2, thank you so much. Happy holidays to you too. I completely agree. Cinema is such a powerful healer, opening space for reflection, connection, and transformation. Your wishes mean a lot, and I’m grateful The Misstep resonates with you. And cheering you on as well. Your presence and creativity add so much to this community. Excited for all that’s ahead for both of us. Happy IYW.
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Sam Rivera, thank you so much for the warm welcome. It means a lot to know that the themes of hope, transformation, and the healing power of cinema resonate with you. They’re truly at the heart of why I create. I’m grateful to be part of a community that values storytelling with purpose, and I’m excited to keep sharing this journey with you. And thank you for everything you do for us:))
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Hi Sandra, thank you so much for your inspiring post and for the warm welcome to new members. I really admire your approach to storytelling—how you combine hope, transformation, and connection, and how you embrace diverse perspectives to strengthen your work.
It’s exciting to hear about The Misstep and the journey of turning it into a feature. Your dedication to collaboration and celebrating creativity really shows why Stage 32 is such a vibrant community.
I’m looking forward to learning from experiences like yours and connecting with fellow creatives here. Thank you again for sharing your insights and energy with all of us
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Imad art, thank you so much for your thoughtful message. I’m really touched. Storytelling rooted in hope, transformation, and connection is what keeps me grounded, and it means a lot to know that resonates with you. The journey with The Misstep has been such a collaborative joy, and this community truly brings out the best in all of us. I’m excited you’re here and look forward to learning from your experiences too. And don’t forget. We’ve got the Stage 32 Open House webcast coming up, it’s going to be such a great space to connect. See you there :))
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Hi Sandra! Thank you so much for some great conversations already since joining! Very inspirational and always enjoy your posts! Wishing you an incredible 2026!
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Hello,
Nice to meet you. Congratulations on your short film—I hope you write and direct many more. Thank you very much for your encouragement and support of our ideas.
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So much to learn from all of this! Hope is certainly a great motivation and a reason to do what we all love doing.
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Thank you, Martin Graham, that means a lot. Have a great 2026 wishing your dreams to come true. Welcome to the Stage 32 family :))
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Happy to meet you also, Meriem Bouziani. I am really happy you joined us and I hope we help you to succeed. I am cheering for you.
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It is, Geoffroy Faugerolas. Thank you.
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Thank you very much, Sandra Isabel Correia .
I truly believe I’ll make it here on Stage 32. I’m full of hope, and your encouragements give me even more energy and strength to keep fighting for my dreams.
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Hi,Sandra Isabel Correia Beginning with a short as a screenwriter and director, earning a Laurel, and then moving forward to write the feature , and already having it ready to pitch, is an achievement that carries a power that´s hard to put into words. . Not to speak about Soul Mated on top of that, is something truly extraordinary. It fills me with a deep sense of pride, also because you carry that rare belief in the power of storytelling to heal, to transform, and to open new ways of seeing the world. What moves me even more is how, throughout all of this, you continue to show up on the platform with generosity, inspiring and supporting everyone around you. That kind of presence doesn’t come from just talent, it comes from someone genuinely special, someone with a vision that reaches far beyond the ordinary and a capacity for work and heart that is anything but common. I truly hope you achieve all your dreams, my dear friend.
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Your success will be my joy, Meriem Bouziani, and I know you’ll make your dreams come true here on Stage 32.
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Maria Caeiro, I’m deeply grateful for your support, your belief, and the way you see the heart behind the work. Walking this path alongside you has been a gift, and I’m so proud of everything you’re building too. Here’s to both of us making our dreams real.
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Thank you very much for your kind snd great encouragement Sandra Isabel Correia
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Happy IYW Sandra Isabel Correia Great Poster artwork! Here's also wishing you the best for the season and beyond! Will take a look at the link!
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Thank you Sandra Isabel Correia so, may we be blessed with a fantastic 2026 full of inspiration and success :))
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Hey Sandra Isabel Correia, my friend! I LOVE that poster for The Misstep. It resonates with emotion and eccectic action and has a little DNA of classic bad ass posters like Jean-Jacques Beineix's 1981 masterpiece DIVA. I can't wait to see it. Sending blessings your way for a jofyful holiday!!
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Thank you, Eon C. Rambally. Your aesthetic opinion it’s important for me and I am happy you like the artwork. Happy Xmas for you and your family. My best wishes. Get ready for 2026 :))
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Sam Sokolow, thank you so much, my friend <3 What a gorgeous comparison. If The Misstep carries even a whisper of that DIVA DNA, I’ll take it as the highest compliment. I’m thrilled the poster landed with you, and your excitement means the world. Wishing you a joyful, peaceful holiday filled with all the good things you deserve. Blessings right back at you.
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Bravo!
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Jack Binder , thank youuuu
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Beautifully said Sandra Isabel Correia . It sounds like a fascinating idea. I grew up loving film. I'm currently working on finding my voice with my thriller concept.
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And I love that Marie Hatten. My first short film is my first thriller, The Misstep and now I wrote the feature :)) I love thrillers, but it was the first time I wrote one and direct:)) You’ve got this! I am cheering for you. Merry Xmas Marie <3
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Sandra Isabel Correia, you're welcome! Ready for 2026 aesthetics and more! Plans for motion graphics, effects and others aspects can be discussed to be added using the artwork!
So much anticipations!
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Thank you Sandra Isabel Correia Merry Christmas to you too.