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I guess there is no accounting for taste. by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 12th

I am never a fan of actors commenting on another actor's work while they are in the process of creating their art, but I am happy to read that Caan had the decency to apologize. https://deadline.com/2024/07/james-caan-not-amused-will-ferrell-while-filming-elf-1236008145/

This is nice to see. by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 12th

I think a lot of Hollywood nepo-babies should take a play out of this book. Acknowledgment is the great neutralizer. 
https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/jack-quaid-agrees-nepo-baby-1236068571/

New Netflix Murder Mystery by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 11th

I am hit or miss with Nicole Kidman, but when it comes to playing wealthy, WASP-y, with a dark secret, there is no one better. Count me in.
https://deadline.com/2024/07/the-perfect-couple-trailer-nicole-kidman-premiere-date-1236007200/

4 Former Cast Members Are Reportedly in Talks to Return for ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Sequel by Pat Alexander  •  last post Jul 10th

What current young actors do you think would make excellent additions to this potential reboot? 

(https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/4-former-cast-members-reportedly-153541622.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAG4QCJwzODI62tLnRAYzw55BAVhPfqB31vDK9aVFSersM3ckWd9TZjP6xU_zPR_j6x5Q-egL_DGuPJyoamEntvGHFGef5fBmnfkPrXMM4RZgjwc0GWpomwrf8Ul9PbvB6ZOlMTgtNeYvK6qzPjk8d6LWIBfx0Q2LqgVTAGfKnDxc)

Happy Week 2 of Filmmakers Club! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 10th

Happy Wednesday, Mod Fam!


I was so underwater last week with the start of Filmmakers Club and the holiday week that I didn't get a chance to check-in. I hope that those of you who celebrated July 4th or Canada Day had wonderful holidays! How are you all doing?

If you haven't had a chance to jump into July Filmmakers Club yet, make sure that you go swing by the Filmmaking Lounge and drop a post! Or go check out this week's Filmmaking Club Blog to join in on the challenge before Friday's prize giveaway!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/july-filmmakers-club-week-2-what-are-the-roles-you-see-yourself-in-3787

What are your thoughts on responsibility here? by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 10th

I am very torn on this topic. I would love to know some of your opinions on it. When does the actor's responsibility begin and end?
https://deadline.com/2024/07/alec-baldwin-rust-trial-what-to-know-1236003779/

Fun Interview with Jackman, Reynolds & Levy by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jul 10th

I enjoyed this interview with the lead team from "Deadpool and Wolverine". Interesting that there is a sense these two may be tasked with saving the superhero genre from its recent doldrums. If anyone can, it could be these two actors. Thoughts? https://variety.com/2024/film/news/ryan-reynolds-hugh-jackman-interview-deadpool-and-wolverine-1236062532/

This Wednesday (7/10) we have an Ask Me Anything with Ryan Little in the Filmmaking Lounge! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 9th

Hey, Actors!


Ryan is an Award-Winning Director, Producer, Cinematographer, Owner of Go Films, & Stage 32 Thought Leader who directed SAINTS AND SOLDIERS winning 16 “Best Picture” awards and two Independent Spirit Awards nominations. As well as directed over a dozen feature films, including AGE OF DRAGONS staring Danny Glover, FOREVER STRONG starring Sean Astin and Penn Badgley, and WAR PIGS starring Mickey Rourke and Dolph Lundgren. He's worked with TNT, SyFy Channel, Lifetime Channel, and Discovery+ on a series of TV movies as well as TV episodes of GRANITE FLATS and EXTINCT.

The post is live for you to comment with your questions NOW!
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-7-10-to-Thursday-7-11-Indie-Filmmaking-and-How-To-Balance-Creative-Vision-With-Cr

5 Amazing Ways to Create an Acting Reel With No Experience by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jul 9th

Learn 5 Amazing Ways to Create an Acting Reel With No Experience

   https://youtu.be/BedW5KwCCEs

It is hard if not impossible for a beginner actor to create an acting reel. Actors need to have booked projects so they can take short clips and place on a reel.

Now you will know about 5 ways to find acting projects.

If you have any suggestions for ways to find work, please share them with others.

“Create Your Own Content!” by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jul 8th


It’s something you hear a lot these days—from other actors, coaches, friends, your mother, possibly—to take some control of your career into your own hands. But is it truly worth your time and creative energy as an actor to merge into producing, as well? Per a number of industry experts, yes, it is; here’s why.

Just put pen to page.

“By writing. Get your hands on books like ‘Story’ by Robert McKee and ‘Save the Cat’ by Blake Snyder. Research how to format your screenplay, then sit down and write it.”
“Above all, keep it simple. This is the hardest part for me; my favorite genres are fantasy and sci-fi but it can be difficult to find a story that’s simple enough to produce on a limited—or no budget. But it is possible. Look at the subtle sci-fi in ‘About Time.’ ”

—Charis Joy Jackson, actor, casting director, director, producer.

“Something new has happened recently because of the Internet and social media. Actors can now establish themselves (no need to be a movie star to get a primetime series) by creating their own material (i.e. webisodes, short films, creative videos and even standup comedy) which can be posted on YouTube, Vimeo, and their websites.”
“In the old days, a triple threat was a singer/dancer/actor. Agents were thrilled to sign a performer who could work all the time in one media or another. Now they’re delighted if their clients are super proactive, creating their own products. That means really owning your career.”
“I began my career as an actor, then started writing. I wasn’t getting as much acting work as I wanted. Extra creative energy, a love of writing, and performing in a play together brought me and my writing partner together. (Pro tip: If you can find a writing partner, it can make the adventure more fun.)
“This leads me to my main advice to actors: This is your life. You cannot wait for your reps to make the moves for you. Take control. Explore all your contacts—and their contacts. Meet whomever you can, work as much as you can, and keep in contact with everyone you’ve met on the way.”

—Catherine Schreiber, actor and Tony-winning producer

#actor #filmmaker #director #writer #producer

Halle Berry & Glenn Close should be pretty awesome! by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jul 8th

Ryan Murphy is as good as there is and this is a true all-star cast! I can't wait to watch these two brilliant actors share the screen. Are there any upcoming shows with actors you're excited to watch? https://deadline.com/2024/07/halle-berry-glenn-close-hulu-alls-fair-ryan-murphy-kim-kardashian-1236003489/

July Filmmakers Club Week 2: What Are The Roles You See Yourself In? by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 8th

Hey, Actors!


We're continuing Stage 32's July Filmmakers Club with today's blog breaking down common crew positions and production departments that everyone should know! Join in today by reading the blog and participating in this week's challenges so that you are eligible for this week's free prize giveaway!

https://www.stage32.com/blog/july-filmmakers-club-week-2-what-are-the-roles-you-see-yourself-in-3787

Whatever project you are working on, be it completing a short or feature-length script, starting principal photography, casting or crewing your independent film project, networking with collaborators, completing post-production, pursuing financing and distribution, or even marketing yourself and your projects effectively through social media. Whatever “it” is for you. There are no limits other than what you choose to learn and accomplish within the month of July. We’ll support, inspire, and cheer each other on throughout our 31-day endeavors. Let's do this!

Webinar tomorrow!! Understanding Accents and Accent Reductions by Sydney Summers  •  last post Jul 8th

One of the essential qualities of being a great actor is the ability to transform. Having an array of accents at your finger tip allows you to play a much wider range of people and increases the number of roles you can be cast in. If you’re a foreign actor and want to work in the American market, being able to act with an American accent will dramatically increase your opportunities as an actor. And even just reducing your accent will make you more castable, and prepare you to do other foreign accents more easily and convincingly. And learning how to do all this is fun and fascinating!


The hardest part in learning an accent or reducing your accent is not learning the new sounds. It’s breaking the speech habits that you’ve had all your life, or that you’ve had for as long as you’ve been speaking English. We learn our first language as children, absorbing the sounds without any awareness of the process. But as adults the new sounds are competing for dominance with the old sounds. Luckily there is very cool science for breaking down and understanding the sounds, the mechanics of the sounds, the relationships between the sounds, and the nature and rules of stressing, rhythm and intonation, and a technique for rewiring your brain so you can speak these new sounds effortlessly while you are acting.
Learn all you need to know to understanding and eliminating the American accent!
Plus! Receive A guide to vowel and consonant sounds for Accents and Accent reduction!

Email edu@stage32.com with any questions!

Sign up link: https://www.stage32.com/education?p=9299838370099

I need UNION SAG WORK!!!! by Lindsay Stevenson  •  last post Jul 6th

I will move mountains to find an agent 

Seeking Executive Producers & Producers by Andre Fyffe  •  last post Jul 6th

Hi All, I am based in London and have a feature film that is now half funded and we are looking to find another Executive Producer/Producer to be apart of our project and match fund/invest in our feature film. More details can be sent over if interested. The feature is about a “A resilient single mother battles the absence of her child’s father, navigating through legal tangles and personal growth, to forge a path of reconciliation, uncovering the transformative power of forgiveness and the enduring bonds of family amidst adversity.”

Very cool Francine Maisler piece in Variety by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jul 5th

This was a cool read about one of the best casting directors in the business who has never been afraid to take risks and fight for talent, whether known or unknown. https://variety.com/2024/film/global/francine-maisler-karlovy-vary-1236061193/

Podcast - The Late Bloomer Actor by David John Clark  •  last post Jul 5th

Hey all; Love checking out all your IMDB and seeing your work. If you're into podcasts, I'd love for you to check mine out, "The Late Bloomer Actor", on YouTube or all good podcast players! Cheers. https://thelatebloomeractor.buzzsprout.com

Actors - Happy 4th of July! Special Career Development Services Sale! by Amanda Toney  •  last post Jul 4th

Hello Creative Army! Just wanted to let you know that we are having a 20% off sale sitewide on our professional development services. So, if you are looking to improve and have had your eye on an acting webinar, class or lab or a reel review from a casting director, manager or producer you can now take 20% off! Here's how:


Acting webinars, classes & labs (choose from over 100!) are 20% off!

Click here: https://www.stage32.com/education/c/acting

Use code: 4THOFJULY2024 (through Sunday at midnight)

And, if you've had your eye on working with a casting director or manager to review your reel and hop on a call to give you feedback, that is also 20% off this weekend!

Click here: https://www.stage32.com/scriptservices/coverage/buy?id=71?affid=lounge

Use code Use code: 4THOFJULY2024 (through Sunday at midnight)

If you need education recommendations, email us at edu@stage32.com and if you need reel review recommendations email us at success@stage32.com and we'll help you out!

The “Magic Touch” in Booking Commercials by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jul 4th

David Banks (actor and screenwriter who booked over 100 national commercials) shares advice and insight in today’s blog that can help you book commercials.


www.stage32.com/blog/the-magic-touch-in-booking-commercials-3777

Happy Week 1 of July Filmmakers Club! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 3rd

Happy Wednesday, Fam! 


Happy belated Canada Day and Happy early July 4th to everyone who is celebrating! How is everyone's week going so far? Do you have any fun plans for the rest of this week or this weekend?

I feel like I've been running around like a chicken with my head cut off, but it's been a fun few days! I feel like Filmmakers Club is off to a strong start and I'm hopeful that it will just get bigger and better from here. If you haven't had a chance to jump in yet, you should do so now! You can go drop a post in the Filmmaking Lounge, sharing your current goals and what you're working on this summer.