| AAA Screenplay Contest |
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| Address |
6404 Hollywood Blvd., Ste. 415
Los Angeles,
CA
90028
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(323) 957-1405
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| Email |
info@creativescreenwriting.com |
| Website |
http://www.creativescreenwriting.com/aaa/index.html |
| Deadline |
7/15/2007 |
| Eligibility |
Submitted screenplays must be the unproduced, unoptioned, and original work of the writer(s)90–130 pages and no longer than 150 pages in standard. All writers of submitted scripts must be at least 18 years of age. |
| Objective |
Breaking into the world of screenwriting is no easy task, so we're here to help you get a foot in the door. |
| Cash Prizes |
Prizes for the Grand Prize winner include $5,000 cash. |
| Other Prizes |
Second and third place winners receive $1,000 cash.
Our Teleplay winner will receive $500 in cash and a choice of companies to submit their script to. |
| Industry
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The winning script and synopses for the top ten screenplays have been requested by over 350 production companies and agencies. |
| Entry Fee |
$40 for features, $30 for teleplays |
| Online Submission |
https://www1887.ssldomain.com/creativescreenwriting/aaa/step1.cfm |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Anna Siri . |
| Rules |
Screenplays by more than one writer are eligible, but only one prize will be given and it will be the writers' responsibility to distribute the prize. |
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| A.K.A Shriekfest Horror/Science Fiction Screewriting Contest |
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| Address |
PO Box 920444
Sylmar,
CA
91392-0444
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| Email |
shriekfest@aol.com |
| Website |
http://www.shriekfest.com |
| Deadline |
5/21/2008 |
| Eligibility |
Open |
| Objective |
A.K.A Shriekfest is a festival dedicated to discovering new and overlooked artists. What makes our festival unique is that we are free from any restrictions that other festivals may have...for instance, we are thrilled when your film has won in other festivals, we won't hold that against you by not allowing your film an entry possibility. The whole point of our festival is to help out the filmmakers by letting as many people see your film as possible (not by limiting when and where your film is shown). We also let you decide your final screening format. We just want to celebrate the art of filmmaking without all of the politics! |
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ALL filmmakers who enter a film will get the opportunity to be interviewed on Les Sekely's radio show B Plus Movie making and be reviewed by Cult Cuts Magazine. |
| Entry Fee |
super shorts (10 mins or less) $20 early, $25 regular, $35 late; $25 shorts $35 features by 3/12, $35 shorts $45 features by 5/28 and $45 shorts $55 features by 7/23 |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Denise Gossett & Kimberlee S. Beeson are the founders of the festival. |
| Rules |
Shorts & features of the Horror/Thriller/Sci-fi genre. Expired. Not yet accepting submissions for 2005. See website for further details. |
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| Acclaim TV Screenwriting Competition |
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| Address |
300 Central Avenue, Suite 501
St. Petersburg,
FL
33701
USA
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| Phone |
727-502-9049
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| Email |
acclaimtv@go.com |
| Website |
http://acclaimtv.netfirms.com |
| Deadline |
4/20/2007 |
| Eligibility |
18+ |
| Objective |
To introduce writers to the decision makers of traditional broadcast television, the cable market, and multi-media outlets. Competition winners will have their material read by experienced producers and agents in L.A., N.Y. and the film and cable production centers of South Florida. |
| Notification |
TBA |
| Cash Prizes |
1st place: $1,000 |
| Entry Fee |
$40 (by 2/4); $50 (by 3/18); $55 (by 4/23) |
| Success Stories |
http://acclaimtv.netfirms.com/test.html |
| Rules |
Original material of the author(s), and must not be sold or optioned at time of submission. Multiple entries may be submitted by author(s). Author(s) must sign entry form for eligibility. Format and bind your script according to industry standards. Two categories: Spec scripts (for a show already in existence) of half-hour or one hour length comedies or dramas (for example, Will & Grace, Ally McBeal, Law & Order,etc.). Pilots and MOW (Movie of the Week). Pilots for comedies or dramas may be up to two hours in length. Pilots should include character lists and at least one additional storyline. MOW: please follow standard MOW format. Sorry, we are not accepting mini-series at this time. Register your script with the WGA or Library of Congress. Scripts will not be returned. |
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| AFI FEST 2007 |
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Hollywood,
CA
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| Website |
http://www.withoutabox.com/watch/1020 |
| Deadline |
7/6/2007 |
| Objective |
AFI FEST offers filmmakers a crucial avenue of exposure to the film
community while providing appreciative audiences with the very best of world
film, right in the film capital of the world. |
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Spanning 10 days in November, AFI FEST and the American Film Market (AFM)
have created the first concurrent festival/market event in North America.
The largest motion picture trade event in the world, AFM is a marketplace
where over $500 million in production and distribution deals are conducted
and closed annually, by more than 7,000 entertainment professionals and
executives from over 70 countries. Last year saw the number of AFM sales
reps registered for AFI PRO PASSES more than double. |
| Online Submission |
Log into your Withoutabox Account and look for AFI FEST in the pulldown menu
on your Account Home page. |
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| American Accolades TV/ Short Contest |
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| Address |
2118 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 160B
Santa Monica,
CA
90403
USA
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| Fax |
310-315-1132 |
| Email |
info@americanaccolades.com |
| Website |
http://americanaccolades.com/AccoladesTV.htm |
| Deadline |
1/7/2006 |
| Eligibility |
Open to all screenwriters and directors. |
| Objective |
Designed to provide an outlet for emerging talent and undiscovered screenplays in an increasingly impenetrable industry. Finalist judges include agents, managers, and other industry executives. |
| Cash Prizes |
1,000 dollar grand prize winner, plus 500 dollars for competition categories. See website for details. |
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Judges are industry |
| Early Fee |
$35 |
| Late Fee |
$45 |
| Contest Director
Biography |
In addition to directing the Accolades contest, Peter Scott runs a management and production company specializing in MP/TV writers, directors, actors, actresses, and new media clientele. |
| Rules |
Artists must complete Application, Screenplay Release, and Brief Synopsis. Please send two complete copies of your work. Applicants should include three self-addressed stamped envelopes if they wish to have verification that their material has been received as well as notes on progress. See rules page of our website for complete information regarding restrictions, mailing information, prizes, etc. 4 categories of competition: 1. 1/2-hour sitcom or 1/2-hour pilot,2. 1-hour existing show, 1-hour p |
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| American Gem Short Script Contest - 7rd annual |
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P.O. Box 54050
Irvine,
CA
92619
USA
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| Website |
http://www.filmmakers.com/contests/short/ |
| Deadline |
1/31/2008 |
| Eligibility |
Open |
| Objective |
To promote and support new talent and continue its pledge of creating opportunities for all new artists in film FilmMakers.com will produce the winning script. |
| Other Prizes |
1st Prize: $1000; PITCH winning script to a Producer; Script Produced; Certificate to attend any Action/Cut 2-day intensive Filmmaking Seminar; Representation; Final Draft software; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine.
2nd Prize: $500; PITCH winning script to a Producer; Final Draft software; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine.
3rd Prize: $250; PITCH winning script to a Producer; FREE Admission Pass to The Screenwriting Expo; Final Draft software; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine.
4th Prize: $150; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine; Final Draft software; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine.
5th Prize: $100; Final Draft software; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine. 6th to 10th Prize: Syd Field Video; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine. 6th to 10th Prize: Syd Field Video; FREE one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt Magazine.
Top 25 Films will be read by FOX.
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Top 25 Films will be read by FOX. |
| Entry Fee |
See Website for Details |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Jennifer Brooks |
| Rules |
# Students must supply a letter from the head of the film department and/or equivalent declaring such status.
# This contest is open to anyone except all employees, directors, associates, the immediate families of American Gem, FilmMakers.com, Write Brothers, all the affiliates and/or sponsors.
# The script must have title page containing: the title, author's name, E-mail address, phone number and home address.
# Submissions must be: short film (narrative); 5-45 pages; in any genre; and must be possible to produce on a low budget.
# Multiple entries are permissible, but each entry must be accompanied by an Entry Form, signed, and an entry fee.
# Adaptations from other works are permissible provided you have the writer's written permission to adapt the work. |
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| American Screenwriters Association/Gotham Writer's Workshop |
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8th Annual ASA International Screenplay Competition
1841 Broadway, Suite 809
New York ,
NY
10023
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886-265-9091
513-221-7004
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513-531-0798 |
| Email |
asa@goasa.com |
| Website |
http://www.goasa.com/2006competition.shtml |
| Deadline |
11/30/2006 |
| Eligibility |
Open |
| Objective |
To assist and recognize screenwriters through networking, educational seminars and industry connections. |
| Cash Prizes |
GP: $5,000, 1st-$2,500 2nd-$1,000 3rd-$500 4th-$250 5th-$100, Quarter Finalists: $50 |
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The Grand Prize Winner will also receive the Mick Caswell Award for Screenplay Excellence, to be awarded during the Screenwriting Hall of Fame Awards, as well as free conference registration and industry exposure. |
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The names and log lines of all six winners will be announced to the media and posted at www.goasa.com and www.writersdigest.com. |
| Entry Fee |
(Early) $40 ASA members, $50 non-members; (Late) $50 ASA members, $60 non-members |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Terri Boes |
| Rules |
Scripts must be between 80 - 130 pages, and original work not sold or optioned at time of entry. A one-page synopsis must be bound with your script. |
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| American Screenwriting Competition |
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| Address |
311 N. Robertson Blvd., Suite 172
Beverly Hills,
CA
90211
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| Phone |
310-388-1789
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| Email |
contestdirector@flatshoe.com |
| Website |
http://www.flatshoe.com |
| Deadline |
1/31/2007 |
| Objective |
The main goal of the competition is to uncover the best, unproduced screenplays and in collaboration with the writer help develop and potentially produce them. |
| Notification |
05/31/2006 |
| Cash Prizes |
Over $50,000 in cash & prizes. Grand prize of $12,000 in cash. |
| Other Prizes |
Over $1,000 in screenwriting software, industry meetings,
production consideration, writer profiles, press releases, a subscription to Hollywood Scriptwriter Magazine and much, much more. EVERY ENTRANT will receive a free one year subscription to Hollywood Scriptwriter Magazine (a $30 value) |
| Entry Fee |
$50 (by 1/31/06) |
| Early Fee |
$40 (by 3/31/06) |
| Late Fee |
$60 (by 4/15/06) |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Lorne Fierbach |
| Rules |
See website for complete contest rules and guidelines. |
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| American Zoetrope Screenplay Contest |
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| Address |
916 Kearny Street
San Francisco,
CA
94133
USA
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415-788-7500
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| Fax |
415-989-7910 |
| Email |
contests@zoetrope.com |
| Website |
http://www.zoetrope.com/contests |
| Deadline |
9/1/2007 |
| Eligibility |
18 years or older. No earnings greater than $5,000. See website
for details. |
| Objective |
The purpose of this contest is to give new screenwriters industry
exposure. In its first thirty years, American Zoetrope has produced some of the
most important films in American cinema--films that have been recognized with
fifteen Academy Awards and sixty-eight nominations. At the core of this success
is a steadfast dedication to storytelling. In the words of founding director
Francis Ford Coppola, who won his first Oscar for the screenplay of Patton, "the
story is the foundation upon which all else is built." |
| Cash Prizes |
Grand Prize: $5,000 |
| Other Prizes |
The winner's and top ten finalists' scripts will be considered for option and development by American Zoetrope, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Sony Pictures Classics, Alphaville, Fortis Films, Shangri-La Entertainment, GreeneStreet Films, FilmColony, The Schiff Company, Pretty Pictures, Hart Sharp Entertainment, This Is That, Phoenix Pictures, Number 9 Films, Matinee Pictures, Michael London Productions, and Bull's Eye Entertainment. Those writers will be considered for representation by ICM, UTA, Paradigm, William Morris, The Gersh Agency, CAA, and The Firm, and receive screenwriting software from Final Draft.ICM, UTA,
Paradigm and The Firm. |
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More than a dozen leading production companies and agencies will read the top eleven scripts. We’re ever eager to discover new talent, and several past winners and finalists have signed deals due to their success in the contest. |
| Early Fee |
$30 (August 1st) |
| Late Fee |
$40 (September 1st) |
| Online Submission |
All entries must first be pre-registered at the website, www.zoetrope.com/contests. There are no hard-copy application forms. We will begin accepting registrations on May 2, 2006. At that time, you may elect to submit a screenplay and pay the entry fee online or you submit a screenplay and entry fee via mail. |
| Contest Director
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Judged by Terry Zwigoff ("Ghost World," "Crumb") and the Zoetrope Staff |
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| Another Sleepless Night & Breakthrough with a Scream |
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c/o Marisa Sommerville
256 South Robertson Blvd. Suite #405
Beverly Hills,
CA
90211
USA
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| Email |
breakthroughwithascream@hotmail.com |
| Website |
http://www.anothersleeplessnight.com |
| Deadline |
1/31/2007 |
| Eligibility |
Open |
| Objective |
Two contests: "Another sleepless Night" accepts scripts of all flavors, "Breakthrough with a Scream" is for sci-fi/horror submissions. Both intend to help writers gain exposure in the film industry. |
| Cash Prizes |
$1000 |
| Other Prizes |
Reading by a professional at a major Hollywood studio |
| Industry
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Winners scripts will be read by a professional at a major Hollywood studio. |
| Early Fee |
$30 |
| Late Fee |
$50 |
| Online Submission |
N/A |
| Rules |
Entries must be at least 80 pages in length, standard format (white, 8 1/2" x 11" paper, 12-point type), science fiction or horror genre, and must not have been previously produced. Collaborations are allowed. Screenplays are judged on originality and storytelling ability. Writer retains all rights and ownership.
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| Arizona Screenplay Challenge |
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| Address |
2833 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix,
AZ
85004-1031
USA
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602-955-6444
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| Email |
screenplay@cox.net |
| Website |
http://www.phxfilm.com/index.html |
| Deadline |
8/31/2007 |
| Eligibility |
Writers 18 or older. |
| Objective |
To discover the best un-produced screenplays by talented writers and present their work to LEADING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS |
| Notification |
3/22/2007 |
| Cash Prizes |
$1,000 Cash |
| Entry Fee |
$45 (by Nov. 6) |
| Early Fee |
$40 (by Sept. 14)
$55 (by Nov. 27) |
| Late Fee |
$65 (by 12/18) |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Jane Applegath |
| Rules |
Entry scripts must be the contestant’s original work.
Entry scripts may NOT have been previously sold or produced. One copy of an original feature film screenplay 80-130 pages in length.
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| Big Bear Lake Film Festival |
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| Address |
Big Bear Lake International Film Festival
P.O. Box 1981
Big Bear Lake,
CA
92315
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| Phone |
(909) 866-3433
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| Email |
karsten33@earthlink.net |
| Website |
http://www.bigbearlakefilmfestival.com |
| Deadline |
5/15/2007 |
| Entry Fee |
$45 ($35 Student Films only) Regular Processing Entry Fee by postmarked by June 20 |
| Early Fee |
$40 ($35 Shorts & Student Films) Early Processing Entry Fee postmarked by March 1 |
| Late Fee |
$50 Late Processing Fee postmarked by July 5th |
| Rules |
Please see website for further details. |
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| BlueCat Screenplay Competition |
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| Address |
P.O. Box 2630
Hollywood,
CA
90028
USA
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| Email |
info@bluecatscreenplay.com |
| Website |
http://www.bluecatscreenplay.com/ |
| Deadline |
3/1/2008 |
| Objective |
Since 1998, BlueCat has become the screenwriter's screenplay contest, with unmatched and genuine support for all writers. More community than contest, BlueCat writers rally, stopping, listening and looking for their space to grow as screenwriters. |
| Cash Prizes |
*Grand Prize:$10,000
*Four Finalists: $1500
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| Other Prizes |
*Every writer who enters receives written script analysis |
| Entry Fee |
$50 |
| Late Fee |
$55 |
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| Brass Brad Screenwriting Mentorship |
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| Address |
PO Box 892410
Temecula,
CA
92589-2410
USA
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(951) 587-3890
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| Email |
Brassbradmentor@brassbrad.com |
| Website |
http://www.brassbrad.com/mentorship.htm |
| Deadline |
6/30/2007 |
| Eligibility |
Applicant may not have earned more than $5,000 for the sale, option, or work-for-hire or any original story, treatment, screenplay, or teleplay. No collaborations accepted. Foreign citizenship is acceptable but applicant must RESIDE in the USA or Canada. |
| Objective |
To provide a mentorship opportunity for screenwriters along with the necessary tools of trade, including professional screenwriting software, online trade subscriptions, script consultation, and bi-weekly phone conferences. Writing well and selling yourself well will be the area of focus. A mentoree will be selected for one year of mentoring by produced writer and script consultant, Kimberly Seilhamer, webauthor of the popular website THE BRASS BRAD. Two runner-ups will be selected as well. Feedback: All applicants will receive a copy of the judge's scorecard(s) on their submission. Application Period opens April 15, 2006 and closes August 1, 2006. |
| Notification |
Finalists - October 2006; Award Recipients - December 2006. |
| Early Fee |
$40 (early) ; $50 (standard) ; $60 (extended) |
| Contest Director
Biography |
Kimberly Seilhamer is a produced writer, WGAw member, script consultant, and webauthor of THE BRASS BRAD website. Kimberly has also served as a competition judge for American Accolades, ASA, and Writers Digest competitions. Additionally, she is also a jury member for the prestigious Hartley Merrill Prize, sponsored by RKO Pictures. As a former Marine, Kimberly possesses superb attention to detail and can show you what it takes to forge your own path to success in this difficult business.
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Features only. Collaborative work (two or more writers) is not eligible for this award. For submission requirements, please see website. Credit Card payments for entry fees are accepted via Paypal. Check or money order also accepted. No electronic submissions are accepted. Please mail your entry.
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| Breakthrough Script Showcase |
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| Email |
contest@studioreaders.com |
| Website |
http://www.studioreaders.com |
| Deadline |
3/31/2007 |
| Eligibility |
All Genres – Screenplays & Teleplays (Multiple Entries okay) |
| Objective |
The Breakthrough Script Showcase has been created for screenplay and teleplay writers seeking to have their scripts professionally packaged with the additional elements required to attract interest from major distributors, studio executives, production companies and top screenplay agencies. |
| Notification |
Winners Announced: April 23, 2007 |
| Other Prizes |
(full details on site)
Round 1: One Winner from each of the following Genres
*Action/Adventure
*Drama
*Comedy
*Horror & Sci-Fi
*Other
Each of these five (5) winners will receive:
Evaluation and Production Package ($3,500.00 value each)
Round 2: SHOWCASE WINNER chosen from the five (5) Genre Winners
Showcase Winner will receive:
Apple Laptop Computer & Development Package ($15,000.00 value)
*All Winners receive special “Winning Profile” on the website |
| Entry Fee |
$55 (by Feb. 28th) |
| Early Fee |
$50 (by Jan. 31st) |
| Late Fee |
$60 (by March 31st) |
| Online Submission |
All entries must be submitted online. |
| Rules |
Script must be the original work of the author. No adaptations.
Author must be at least 18 years of age or have parental permission.
Script must be written in English.
Collaborative works are eligible. SR not responsible for prize distribution.
Revisions not accepted following submission of the script(s).
No limits on the number of screenplays entered. Applications must be completed for each entry along with entry fee(s).
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Screenplays must not exceed 140 pages in length. Teleplays must be submitted as a fully completed pilot episode.
Scripts must be typed; in standard speculation format.
All script submissions must be electronic - no hard copies accepted.
Proofread your screenplay carefully before submitting . |
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| British Short Screenplay Competition in association with the National Film and Television School |
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Pinewood Studios
Pinewood Road
Iver Health, Bucks,
SL0 0NH
United Kingdom
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| Email |
info@faosfilms.co.uk |
| Website |
http://www.kaosfilms.co.uk |
| Deadline |
4/27/2007 |
| Eligibility |
Anyone, anywhere in the world may enter. |
| Objective |
From its inception we wanted the British Short Screenplay Competition to become the premier show-case for emerging international screenwriting talent and the platform for young British directing and producing talent. This initiative with the NFTS guarantees that we achieve those aims |
| Notification |
July 16 |
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The winning screenplay will be produced, distributed in UK cinemas and entered into international film festivals. All the finalists will be invited to apply to the UK's top film school the National Film and Television School and will be guaranteed an interview with the writing school panel, by-passing preliminary rounds. |
| Entry Fee |
25 UK Pounds |
| Online Submission |
All submissions by post. |
| Success Stories |
2003 winner and three runners up were contacted by award winning producers Stephen Woolley (Interview With A Vampire, Crying Game) and Nik Powell (Crying Game, Last Oders) for possible commission of a feature. |
| Rules |
Screenplays in English no less than five minutes and no more than fifteen minutes screen time. Contest has expired. Please see website for details. |
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| Century City Film Festival Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Screenwriting Competition |
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| Address |
PO Box 67132
Century City,
CA
90067
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310-551-1035
877-7-Century
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| Fax |
310-388-1383 |
| Email |
screenplay@CenturyCityFilmFestival.com |
| Website |
http://centurycityfilmfestival.com |
| Deadline |
8/31/2007 |
| Objective |
To help new filmmakers find an audience. |
| Cash Prizes |
none |
| Other Prizes |
memberships, subscriptions, filmmakers reception, awards presentation, festival attendance |
| Entry Fee |
$30-$60 depending on date |
| Early Fee |
$30 |
| Late Fee |
$60 |
| Online Submission |
no, but you can download the application online |
