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The shadow in my sleep by Dris Abdel-Rahim  •  last post Oct 10th

The shadow in my sleep 
Our independent film
The director: Richard Samson 
The screenwriter: Cynthia Samson 
Actors: 
Abdel-Rahim Dris 
Richard Samson 
Cynthia Samson 

Learning to Say “No” by Leonardo Ramirez 2  •  last post Oct 10th

This week, my daughter was cast in an indie film—but after reading the scene she’d be part of, she decided to pass. Without going into detail, the content was simply too dark, and she knew in her gut she’d regret it later.

It reminded me how important it is, as creatives, to know our boundaries and trust our instincts. Saying “no” isn’t always easy—but sometimes it’s the most empowering thing we can do for ourselves and our craft.

So I’m curious:
Have you ever had to say no to a part, a job, or an opportunity because it didn’t feel right? How did you handle it—and did it turn out to be the right choice?

Actor and Writer Here by Alicia McClendon  •  last post Oct 9th

As a writer and actor taking an acting class, I’ve learned a lot about the craft, and I’d love to share it with other actors. See what you should do to evolve as an actor. 


I’m on Patreon! Check it out there.

https://www.patreon.com/posts/140629711?utm_campaign=postshare_creator

How to get jobs by Janeen Stokes  •  last post Oct 8th

I was just wondering for a person just starting out in acting & as a model, how do I go about get more jobs? I live in Jacksonville,  FL and there not many opportunities here for models or actresses. 

If you could get your hands on any iconic prop or wardrobe piece used by your favorite character, what would it be? by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Oct 7th

From Daryl Dixon’s crossbow to Negan’s infamous “Lucille,” some of the most recognizable pieces from The Walking Dead universe are officially going up for auction.


Read more here:
https://deadline.com/gallery/the-walking-dead-universe-memorabilia-auction-props-photos/

For eleven seasons, The Walking Dead redefined television, giving us unforgettable characters, brutal emotional arcs, and world-class practical effects. Now, fans have a chance to own a piece of that legacy, with more than 1,000 lots of on-screen props, hero costumes, vehicles, weapons, and prosthetics available through Heritage Auctions.

Among the standout pieces:
 • Daryl Dixon’s hero crossbow (Seasons 1–3)
 • Rick Grimes’ Sheriff hat and .357 Magnum (Season 1)
 • Michonne’s katana and sheath (Season 3)
 • Negan’s barbed-wire bat, “Lucille” (Seasons 6–10)
 • Daryl’s Custom Triumph Bonneville chopper (Seasons 1–4)

As Greg Nicotero said, “These aren’t just props and costumes, they’re touchstones of a show that redefined modern television.”

It’s amazing to think how much power an iconic prop or costume can hold, not just as a collectible, but as a piece of storytelling history.

So here’s my question for you:
If you could get your hands on any iconic prop or wardrobe piece from your favorite film, show, or character, what would it be and why does it resonate with you?

Memorable Moments by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Oct 6th

I'm wondering if the working actors out there have any scenes that were particularly challenging or memorable to shoot?


Do you have any favorite memories from the set or the stage that you would share with us? If you are just starting out, have you had a scene that you found challenging; either tested your acting skills or for technical purposes?

Unique Acting/Voice Acting Technique by Maurice Vaughan 5  •  last post Oct 6th

What's a unique acting/voice acting technique you've used in a movie, show, video game, etc.?

Devil in Disguise by Ryker Baloun  •  last post Oct 6th

Please review and critique me.  This drops on Peacock October 16th. I play Robert Piest. Here is the trailer. I am the first person you see and hear in the trailer.

https://youtu.be/0GN0aALClVA?si=lbBiDKcC_wSXLS3d

Acting Work Slow? Say These 8 Words to Your Agent (They Actually Work) by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Oct 6th

Acting Work Slow? Say These 8 Words to Your Agent (They Actually Work)

https://youtu.be/MSbN3X3huk4
Let us know what you did when acting work was slow. Share it here.

How do you trust you're having an impact ........even when there is no immediate evidence? by Alexandra Stevens  •  last post Oct 6th

I have just finished reading this week's Coffee & Content in which RB talks about the film War Games and how it got President Reagan to sit up and  get his national security team to improve defence against cyber attacks. I agree with RB that the researchers, writers and film-makers were lucky that their topic was so culturally aligned and therefore had such a massive impact. 

It made me think, how do I/we hold the faith that our work is having an impact, even if there is no immediate evidence to suggest that? Whilst I"m not acting at the moment, i think of other writing projects that I'm preparing. Sometimes it feels like  I might as well be throwing stones into an abyss as I type each word. But then someone will contact me about something I wrote 2 months ago. So there was an impact. This helps me to keep the faith that if I write something that holds energy for me it will serve someone else at some point. Obviously writing articles is not the same as acting but it's still a creative process.
So how do you hold the faith that your creative work has impact......even when it feels you are creating in the dark? 
Here is RB's blog, let him know your views by commenting on his blog too https://www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-what-hollywood-hackers-the-market-have-in-common-4244

Looking for a female dancer for a short video recreation (non-commercial / personal project) by Rit Manio  •  last post Oct 5th

Hello everyone! I’m working on a personal creative project and I’m looking for a female dancer or performer who would like to recreate a short dance video I originally made.


The video is light, expressive, and purely for personal use — not for commercial distribution.

No payment is involved, but this could be a fun artistic collaboration or practice piece.

I can share the reference privately.

Thank you!

Posting trouble by Jed Power  •  last post Oct 4th

i've tried to put a post up in "Trending Lounge Discussions twice now  but it keeps coming up in "acting". Am I doing somrthing wrong or is it site? This one I also posted to "Trending". but here it is in "actinga

Seenplay Contest Stage 32 + Color Farm Media Diversity Talent Accelerator Screenwriting Contest. by Jed Power  •  last post Oct 4th


As a disabled, destitute senior writer I would love to enter my completed half-hour dramedy pilot:, "A Stroke of Luck," but 60 bucks is out of my reach. jedpower@verizon.net Do other diversity writers find this a problem too?

eenplay Contest Stage 32 + Color Farm Media Diversity Talent Accelerator Screenwriting Contestr. by Jed Power  •  last post Oct 4th


As a disabled, destitute senior writer I would love to enter my completed half-hour dramedy pilot:, "A Stroke of Luck," but 60 bucks is out of my reach. jedpower@verizon.net Do other diversity writers find this a problem too?

Screenplay Contest Stage 32 + Color Farm Media Diversity Talent Accelerator Screenwriting Contest by Jed Power  •  last post Oct 4th

As a disabled, destitute senior writer I would love to enter my completed half-hour dramedy pilot:, "A Stroke of Luck,"  but 60 bucks is out of my reach.  jedpower@verizon.net Do other diversity writers find this a problem too?

A brief disclaimer by Ponce Deleon  •  last post Oct 3rd

In an industry full of superficial connections and transactional relationships, authenticity is everything; especially in spaces is like this. If you’re not serious about genuinely connecting, please don’t send a request. Spectators are not needed here. Appreciate you.

Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell on Reliving the Past and Favorite Rom-Coms by Pat Alexander  •  last post Oct 3rd

Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell sit down to talk about their new movie 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey'. The cast shared which career moments they would love to relive, what their favorite rom-coms are, debated if Colin should be in a musical, and so much more.

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXbLOzkj4H8)

Don't wait for permission! by Matthew Cornwell  •  last post Oct 2nd

In today's culture, the barrier to make your voice heard is at zero. Literally. Anyone with internet access can make their voice heard.


But as actors, it's so easy to get caught in the mindset that I must wait for permission to act. That is, I have to wait for an agent to sign me... or I have to wait for the Casting Director to request me... then I have to wait for producers to "like" me... and ultimately I wait for that deal memo that will tell me I have permission to be on set.

Yes, there is a system in place. But if your creative soul is burning because you aren't being given opportunities to act or perform, then CREATE THEM!

Here are some ways:
• Submit for the 48Hr film festival if you live near a city that hosts this challenge
• Gather some actor friends and download some scripts to practice (and film!)
• Become a busker (street performer)!
• Take a stand-up class that has a graduation show
• Take an improv class that has a grad show
• WRITE YOUR OWN MATERIAL!

To that last idea, I want to share what my wife and I have been doing this year. We made a promise to ourselves that we would stop waiting for permission, and instead create an entire sketch comedy show and put it on YouTube!

We're now writing, shooting, and editing 20min of clean, clever comedy every month. We just premiered our 4th episode last night. It's a TON of work, but the process is so rewarding.

If you like to laugh, give it a look. And I hope that it also inspires you to take the wheel in your own career!

https://youtu.be/oAlTLhZseuw?si=jQIjrcfFRlGJ0s6H

Happy problems! by Brandon Keeton  •  last post Oct 1st

Hey everyone!  Have you ever had the happy problem of getting work to the point that you forget what the project is that you're doing next or got them mixed up?  Like one project bleeds into another?


I'm in that situation now.  I shot a commercial yesterday here locally in PA and I'm shooting two next week.  One in Atlanta and one in New York.  I went to the one yesterday and thought it was the one in Atlanta.  I had my lines memorized and everything.  I was going to do GREAT!

Then I get to set and realized "Hey, this doesn't look like a CVS!"  Luckily, there was no dialog for this one and I already have my lines memorized for the next one!  Lol!

Has this ever happened to anyone?  Any nightmare stories you can share?  I'd love to hear them!