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Whoa. That’s a stunner.

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Variety, Glasgow International Film Festival Cannes party

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A lot of writers ask:
“If I sell my script, can I keep the rights to my characters?”

Usually? No.

Studios fully understand the value of IP now, which is why understanding the business side matters just as much as the creative side.

What’s one business lesson creatives learn too late?

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What’s one quality you value most in the people you collaborate with?

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“You build great films by building great teams.”
— Emma Thomas, Oscar-winning producer (Oppenheimer, The Dark Knight Trilogy)

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One of the most common script mistakes Kelly Needleman (IT ENDS WITH US / Wayfarer Studios) sees — and how to let your theme live in the story instead of the dialogue.

Do not preach your theme. Let it live in the story.

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22 of the top 25 grossing films this year were sequels or reboots.

The 3 that were not — SINNERS, WEAPONS, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER — were all auteur-driven originals.

Your artistic voice is not a commercial liability. It is your competitive advantage.
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THIS IS US. SEVEN SECONDS. VIDA. THE CHI.

The producer behind clients on these shows and our #1 Executive from Stage 32 is joining us TODAY for the Exec Hour.

Anna Henry — 20 years in TV development, CBS, ABC, Netflix educator — at 4:00 PM Pacific.

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A producer wanting your script in their slate can be exciting.

But before giving up exclusivity or control, do you fully understand the agreement?

What’s one thing creatives should know more about when protecting their work?

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Some shots from the Opening Night Party for the Marche du Film at Cannes. We celebrated our 11th year of Stage 32 being the official education partner of the Marche with the people who make the whole Dan thing run…effortlessly. Love these humans.

Much more to come! ❤️

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Another amazing day continues on the Marche. Loved dropping some knowledge at the Stage 32 State of the Industry panel at Film USA at Cannes.

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And now we’re rolling. Stage 32 Cannes Villa Party in full effect.

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The calm before the storm at the Stage 32 Cannes villa party high above the riviera

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Cannes moves fast.
That’s why having a home base matters.
RB & Gary’s Brown Sugar is still going strong through Tuesday, and creatives from around the world keep stopping by to connect, collaborate, and continue the conversation.
Who’s coming back tonight?
#Cannes2026 #MarcheDuFilm #Stage32

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Today’s the official Stage 32 Cannes Meetup at RB & Gary’s Brown Sugar.
No gatekeeping. No badge required. Just filmmakers, writers, producers, actors, and creatives from around the world connecting in the heart of Cannes.
📍 RB & Gary’s Brown Sugar
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Cannes Time
📍 17 Rue des Frères Pradignac, Cannes
Who’s coming tonight?
#Cannes2026 #MarcheDuFilm #Stage32