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Drama television is at it's peak with such iconic shows like SHOGUN, THE CROWN, THE MORNING SHOW, WHITE LOTUS, YELLOWJACKETS and so much more. With the influx of networks and streaming platforms either moving into or expanding their original content libraries, the demand for dramatic TV ideas and pi...
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I’m thrilled to share that my script has made the Quarterfinals of the Stage 32 + DramaBox Screenwriting Competition!
A huge thank you to the Stage 32 team and the judges for this incredible opportunity.
If you’re in the competition too, congratulations!
#Stage32 #Screenwriting #Quarterfinalist #Dram...
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I chased my dream relentlessly. For two years, I worked twelve hours a day and night, and in every moment in between, I kept writing without stopping.
In that time, I completed the first feature-length film of a four-part series, a prequel exploring its origins, and a standalone short film script.
Bec...
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Congratulations to all the Quarterfinalists in this year's Stage 32 + DramaBox Screenwriting Competition!
Let's show them our support, and if you're placed, tell us more about your scripts!
See the Quarterfinalists here: https://www.stage32.com/happy-writers/contests/Stage-32-%20-Drama-Box-Sc......
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I don't see the names listed but am so happy that I was one of them. CONGRATS TO EVERYONE!!!
I'm not seeing the list of names but thank you for making me a Quarterfinalist! CONGRATS to all !! :)
Woo Woo! Go Dramabox vertical writers! Some of the titles in this batch are amazing:
CORRUPTING MY ENEMY'S BROTHER
CRAP. I MARRIED A HITMAN.
KIDNAPPED BY MY VIXEN CEO
THE NEW HOUSEWIFE OF THE NORTH POLE
F...
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Wow! I am thrilled that my screenplay, THE GIFT OF LOVE, a romance/suspense, made it to the Quarterfinals of the Stage 32 DramaBox Screenwriting Competition. I congratulate all of you whose screenplays qualified for the Quarterfinals. I now have two screenplays that made the finals. ZEEKA AND THE ZO...
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Grateful and humbled to share that KISS has made the Semifinalists of the Stage 32 + Mark Creative Management Film + TV Drama Screenwriting Competition! To everyone who has supported this journey, thank you. And congratulations to my fellow Semifinalists. The work continues.
Another good day! Just received notification that my screenplay A QUIET RECKONING made the semifinals. Congrats to all the semifinalists.
TY Stage 32 & Mark Creative!
Onward
Congratulations quarter finalists. I’m so happy to be among all you great writers!
Congratulations!
Because the truth is, every writer hits roadblocks.
Sometimes it’s finding the time to write.
Sometimes it’s finishing a draft.
Sometimes it’s confidence, feedback, rejection, or not knowing what the next step is.
And sometimes… it’s all of the above.
So let’s talk about it. What’s one obstacle you’re cu...
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Congratulations to all the Semifinalists in this year's Stage 32 TV Drama Screenwriting Contest!
Let's show them our support, and if you're placed, tell us more about your scripts!
See the Quarterfinalists here: https://www.stage32.com/happy-writers/contests/Stage-32-%20-More-Medavoy......
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Been getting a lot of strong feedback on a feature I just released (“The Hollow”) and it got me thinking about something—
As a viewer, what actually sticks with you more:
A slow-burn story that builds atmosphere over time
or
Something that hits immediately and keeps accelerating?
I tend to lean tow...
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Wade Taylor, I’m right there with you. Slow burn just sticks with people longer. That unease lingers in a way quick hits don’t.
Eric Charran This is exactly how I see it. That space between feeling something is wrong and understanding it—that’s where the story really lives.
What you said about AI degrading slowly instead of c...
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Jim Boston Appreciate that, I’m the same way. Slow burn just feels more real to me.
I'm kinda plebian. If a script, a book, a film, a documentary, an article doesn't hook me in the first 5 minutes, I'm outta there. Life is too short to gamble on the off chance there's a point to some...
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I’m a slow burn with intelligent dialogue. But I watch aknots everything.
Even with pop culture references, I enjoy intelligence.
Example: I watched “Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice” over the weekend and m...
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Based on my uploaded script, Growing Children. I don’t want hedging or pulled punches. What works right out the gate, what falls apart?
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Could anyone help me with comps for my pilot? I'm really stuck on recent ones. My logline is below ..
Etched On Me (Miniseries drama, 5 episodes)
A courageous queer survivor of abuse recovers from self...
Expand commentCould anyone help me with comps for my pilot? I'm really stuck on recent ones. My logline is below ..
Etched On Me (Miniseries drama, 5 episodes)
A courageous queer survivor of abuse recovers from self harm only to have to battle social services for the right to raise her unborn daughter. Inspired by a true story.
Hi, Jenn. Some that come to mind are “Maid”, “Unbelievable” and “Feel Good” (all Netflix). I don’t know if any of these really compare to what you’re focusing on, but they might be a good place to start.
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The handouts were very comprehensive and helpful. Thank you!
Jenn, you’ve hooked me. Sorry I can’t help with comps.