{"product_id":"stage-32-8-part-screenwriting-lab-write-a-holiday-tv-movie-you-can-sell","title":"Stage 32 8-Part Screenwriting Lab: Write A Holiday TV Movie You Can Sell","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cf01.stage32.com\/products\/nova\/uploads\/product_tinymce_68f1010b741cb.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"158\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227);\"\u003eNEW Private, Interactive Screenwriting Lab on Zoom!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227); font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(218, 62, 85);\"\u003e1 Spot Remains!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227);\"\u003eWork one on one with a top holiday movie screenwriter behind Hallmark, Lifetime, and Netflix hits! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227);\"\u003eGet a step-by-step template to help you craft your own holiday movie idea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227); font-size: 18px;\"\u003ePayment plans are available at checkout or by emailing \u003ca class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" style=\"color: rgb(49, 236, 227);\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eedu@stage32.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eHoliday movies are a cornerstone of modern entertainment—warm, funny, and filled with heart. They’re the kind of stories that bring families together year after year, blending humor, romance, and a touch of magic to create something unforgettable. Whether you dream of writing for Hallmark, Lifetime, or Netflix, the holiday genre offers incredible opportunities to showcase your voice and connect with audiences around the world. But what makes these stories so timeless—and how can you write one that stands out? That’s exactly what this lab is designed to help you discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eIf you’ve ever struggled to turn your cozy holiday idea into a full, engaging screenplay, you’re not alone. Many writers hit the same roadblocks—unclear structure, flat characters, or stories that rely too heavily on clichés. Writing a holiday film that feels fresh and authentic means mastering the essentials: strong character wants, sharp comedic timing, emotional payoffs, and those unforgettable moments that keep viewers smiling long after the credits roll. In this hands-on eight-week lab, you’ll learn to build a story that balances heart and humor while keeping your audience invested from the first snowflake to the final kiss.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eGuiding you through the process is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eCarley Smale\u003c\/strong\u003e, an acclaimed screenwriter and producer whose original holiday films—including \u003cem data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eSnowed Inn Christmas\u003c\/em\u003e (Lifetime), \u003cem data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eChristmas Pen Pals\u003c\/em\u003e (Lifetime), and \u003cem data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eMidnight at the Magnolia\u003c\/em\u003e (Netflix)—have become holiday favorites around the world. With her background in film and media production and years of experience writing for major networks and streamers, Carley brings both creative and industry insight to the table. Known for her heartfelt storytelling and sharp understanding of structure, she’ll show you exactly how to craft a story that feels both commercially viable and emotionally true.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2425\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOver the course of eight sessions, you’ll break down successful holiday films, develop your own logline and outline, and write your screenplay act by act with personalized feedback from Carley. You’ll learn how to craft compelling characters, heighten romantic tension, and deliver satisfying resolutions—all while avoiding the pitfalls of predictability. 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