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“New Romantic Drama Screenplay Available for Collaboration”

✨ Hi Stage 32 Community,

I’m Fida Tareen, a freelance story writer. I have written a new romantic drama screenplay and I’m looking for a director or producer who enjoys working with emerging writers.

The story is ready, and a PDF version is available.

If anyone is interested, I would be thrilled to connect. Thank you!

Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Fida Tareen. Welcome to the community. Hope you're doing great! Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals all over the world....

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Savannah Cross
Darkness of Death

My name is Savannah Cross. I have written a dark fantasy horror script called Darkness of Death that I am very passionate about. But I do not have that much money to pitch my script to executives on here

Maurice Vaughan

You're right, Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg. The main purpose of the Pitch Sessions is to get feedback to improve a pitch, but sometimes the executives, managers, etc. will request scripts, sign write...

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Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg

Maurice Vaughan Which is fine to say for S32 as a social media platform, but the producers, if they receive compensation, can be tagged with pay-to-play and that ruins careers in this industry. So bes...

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Savannah Cross

How do I reach out to the producers directly?

Elle Bolan

Hi Savannah and welcome to Stage 32. I can see you're wanting to talk to filmmakers directly. I get that. And I understand the passion too. Trust me.

But the reality is that you're where you need to b...

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Willem Elzenga 2

Savannah Cross make a nice Linkedin account and follow the right filmmakers/producers/directors - join the discussion, research, contribute - get into business. harder; find a manager or agent. beside...

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Rakim Stevens
Hi Stage 32 family! I’m Raki…

Hi Stage 32 family! I’m Rakim Stevens, a seven-time published author and filmmaker creating stories that are raw, cinematic, and deeply human. My nine books range from personal memoirs to epic fantasy, each crafted to resonate with readers—and audiences—on multiple levels.

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Rakim Stevens! How's your December going?

Rakim Stevens

it’s going well. How about yourself?

Maurice Vaughan

It's going well too, Rakim Stevens. Do you have any plans for the holidays?

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Code Rouge : Nina — Character-Driven Action Drama Series (based on an upcoming French book quadrilogy)

Hello everyone,

My name is Eve. I’m a French writer developing CODE ROUGE, an original action-drama series based on my ongoing four-book saga.

The global storyline is already fully constructed. I’m currently writing Book 4 while adapting the universe into a TV format. Season 1 is completely written (5...

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Eve Decoeur

James LO Hello James,

Thank you for your message. If you’d like, I can send you the synopsis directly in a private message.

And if you need any additional information about the project, please don’t hes...

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Michael Dzurak

Nice, Eve Decoeur! This looks like a really cool story. I love assassin thrillers. I look forward to seeing this one made someday!

Elle Bolan

Hi Eve and welcome to Stage 32! I see you've had the welcome banner so I won't bombard, but I wanted to say hello. If you need anything, don't hesitate to reach out. And if you need help finding resources or have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.

Eve Decoeur

Hi Ellen, Thank you so much for the warm welcome — I really appreciate it.

I’m still exploring Stage 32, but I’m already impressed by how supportive and open the community feels.

If I ever n...

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Hassan AL Mahfoud
Hi,Everyone

My name is Hassan . I’m currently Learning how to write screenplay and looking for opportunity to be part in the Entertainment industry .

Hassan AL Mahfoud

Thanks

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Hassan AL Mahfoud. What genre(s) do you want to write?

Hassan AL Mahfoud

I love to write in more than one, History, Drama, but mostly science fiction.

Elle Bolan

Hi Hassan! Nice to meet you and welcome to Stage 32!

Maurice Vaughan

I write in different genres too, Hassan AL Mahfoud. Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, etc. What's one of your favorite Sci-Fi movie or show?

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Fantasy Feature Film | Franchise-Ready IP

Hi everyone,

I’m a screenwriter working in fantasy.

I’ve completed a feature-length fantasy screenplay designed as the launch of a franchise-driven IP.

I’m interested in connecting with producers or literary managers who are actively developing genre films or YA-oriented projects.

Happy to share the log...

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Ulduz Karayeva

Thanks, Maurice Vaughan . That’s great to know. I’m looking forward to attending and participating.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Ulduz Karayeva. Hope you have a great week!

Sebastian Tudores

that's great Ulduz Karayeva - I see you're in the Writer's Room. If you haven't worked your pitch on Thursdays with out wonderful pitch prep guides, definitely do - then, as Maurice mentioned, start p...

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Ulduz Karayeva

Thank you so much for this Sebastian Tudores , I really appreciate it. Yes, I’m in the Writer’s Room and will definitely take advantage of the Thursday pitch prep sessions. And that’s amazing — being...

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Elle Bolan

Hi and welcome to Stage 32! It's great to meet you and I look forward to seeing you around the lounges.

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Rich Terdoslavich
Storyboard Artist

Hi, everyone. My name is Rich Terdoslavich. I am a storyboard artist, working in film and media. Here is another batch of storyboards I did for Victoria’s Secret Super Bowl Campaign. Worked with Madoff Productions on the job. In recent posts, I wrote about angle shots and working with directors. For...

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Rich Terdoslavich. Happy Holidays! Do you have any plans for the holidays?

Whitney Davis
Weekend Word

Hey Stage32 Fam! it’s been such a rewarding experience meeting so many amazing creatives on this platform. I am BLOWN away by the talent that I have been met through pitches, meetings and consultations.

If we haven’t met, let me re-introduce myself: I’m 20-years in the game and still deeply in love w...

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Amanda Toney

Whitney! thank you for all the amazing work you do with the Stage 32 community. Your expertise is valued and we’re glad to have you here!

Ashley Renee Smith

Thank you for this powerful and generous post, Whitney Davis! Your passion for storytelling and championing bold, lived-in voices is truly inspiring, and I know so many Stage 32 members have gained in...

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Chicken Road

It’s fun seeing how one word inspires so many creative thoughts. I also spend some time on Chicken Road where I just enjoy simple games. Reading and gaming both help me relax.

Lauren Hackney

I have a lot of screenplays. Careful what you wish for Whitney Davis :) :) :) Thank you for being supportive and inclusive!

Demian Malcher

Love anybody who wants to empower and reward voices who deserve to be heard but otherwise wouldn't have been. Keep the great work, you a hero Ms.Davis!

Mercy Jane Porquez Ballesteros
Thriller Writer Here - Looking Forward to Connecting with This Amazing Community

Hello! I’m Jane, a writer specializing in emotionally driven, high-concept thrillers led by complex female protagonists. My latest screenplay, The Final Reset, centers on a woman who awakens two weeks before her own murder and must uncover the truth before time runs out. I’d love to connect with eve...

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Mercy Jane Porquez Ballesteros. I’m a Stage 32 Lounge Moderator. I wanted to let you know that I moved your post from the Screenwriting Lounge to the Introduce Yourself Lounge since you're introdu...

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Sebastian Tudores

oooof Mercy Jane Porquez Ballesteros - I got stressed out for her just from reading the premise! well done :)

Michele Sandretto
Hello Stage 32

Hi everyone, I’m Sandretto Michele, a screenwriter developing an original animated young adult adventure/supernatural TV series called “Creekbound,” which is about a teen who discovers a hidden, kid-run treehouse complex in the woods and gets caught between rival factions just as an ancient supernat...

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Maurice Vaughan

Hi, Michele Sandretto. Welcome to the community. Hope you're having a great December! Stage 32 has a blog that'll help you navigate the platform and connect with creatives and industry professionals a...

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Michele Sandretto

Hi Maurice, thanks so much for the warm welcome and for the links. I’ll definitely check out the blog and the Community Open House replay.

In Creekbound there’s actually just one main hidden treehouse...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Michele Sandretto. I really like that! I can't wait to watch Creekbound!

You could make a collaboration post for co-writers on the Job Board (www.stage32.com/find-jobs)....

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Yeshua Manéré
Hey Stage32

I’m Yeshua, a French screenwriter building my slate of high-concept stories.

My current flagship project is « FILTRÉS À VIE » a dark sci-fi comedy where beauty filters become permanent after a global tech malfunction.

A mix of satire, thriller and chaos. Imagine Black Mirror, but Gen Z can’t hide anym...

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Sam Rivera

The title is perfect! As someone who loves diving into the Gen Z psyche, this feels essential. It’s like SKAM France meets REALITY +

Yeshua Manéré

Thanks for asking.

FILTERED FOR LIFE is a sci-fi thriller with dark comedy elements, set in a near future where facial filters become permanently stuck after a global tech glitch. Society collapses bec...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Yeshua Manéré. FILTERED FOR LIFE sounds interesting and really unique! What hooked me was "set in a near future where facial filters become permanently stuck after a global tech glitch...

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Yeshua Manéré

Thanks Maurice Vaughan ! Here's the full pitch:

FILTERED FOR LIFE – A global tech glitch permanently attaches AR filters to people's faces. Society collapses when no one can recognize anyone anymore, n...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, @Yeshua. I think your logline could be tightened up some, and I suggest adding the teens' goal to your logline.

Here’s a logline template that might help: After/when ______ (the incitin...

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Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg
Re-Introduction! Meet Me!

I am Shadow Dragu-Mihai, a member of S32 since the very early days. For those new people here, I want to let you know who I am, and for established members, I remind you!

I head the Independent Producers Guild and Diamond Shadow Productions. I have 30+ years in the professional film industry coverin...

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Rodgers Wilson

Thanks for the introduction!

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Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg

Rodgers Wilson You're welcome. Hope you'll come to one of our virtual drop ins!

Mukesh Parikh

Hi everyone. My name is Mukesh Parikh. I am writer and Producer. My short went on Cannes on the American pavilion. Currently in pre-production of international Musical drama feature based on true even...

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Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg

Mukesh Parikh Welcome Mukesh!

Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Esq., Ipg

We have our weekly Tuesday drop in on December 9, at 2pm Pacific, on google meet.

Tuesday, December 9 · 2:00 – 3:00pm

Time zone: America/Los_Angeles

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet...

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