SCRIPT & STORY

A festival dedicated to the future of your screenplay and proof of concept.

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OUR EVALUATION PROCESS

We evaluate screenplay strength, cinematic execution, and proof-of-concept potential — focusing on originality, narrative structure, visual storytelling, and overall production viability. Selected submissions may be contacted regarding future opportunities with our partners.

Industry-focused evaluation (not generic coverage) — built on professional screenplay analysis and designed for feature writers and proof-of-concept creators. We evaluate with a real development mindset: cinematic execution, narrative strength, and production viability.

WHO THIS IS FOR

  • ✔ Feature Screenplay Writers
  • ✔ Proof of Concept Filmmakers
  • ✔ Emerging Directors
  • ✔ Writers Preparing Industry Submissions

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Past winners, industry mentions, and judge spotlights will be announced after our inaugural season.

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Categories

Feature Screenplay
Proof of Concept (Short Film)

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Deadlines & Prices

Early Deadline: March 15 – 35$
Regular Deadline: April 15 – 45$
Late Deadline- May 15 – 55$
Final Deadline- June 15 – 75$
Notification Date: July 15

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Our Process

All submissions are accepted exclusively through FilmFreeway and must follow deadlines listed there.

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Contact Us

team@script-and-story.org

Our staff will get back to you in 1–2 business days.

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SCRIPT & STORY KNOWLEDGE HUB

How to Choose the Right Screenplay Competition

Choosing competitions strategically for your goals.

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Screenplay Competition vs Script Coverage

Understand the difference between competitions and coverage.

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Common Screenplay Competition Mistakes

Mistakes that kill strong submissions.

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Professional Screenplay Evaluation Guide

How professional evaluation actually works.

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What Script Readers Look For

What readers actually care about when reviewing scripts.

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How Professional Screenplay Evaluation Works

Breakdown of the evaluation process.

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How Professional Script Evaluation Works

Coverage workflow explained.

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Evaluation Works for Writers

How writers should use evaluation notes.

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What Readers Really Look For

Hidden factors most writers miss.

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Evaluate Before Submitting

Checklist before competitions.

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Feature Submission Strategy

Positioning your feature screenplay.

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Is Your Feature Ready?

Signs your screenplay is ready.

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Feature Competition Strategy

Competition submission strategy for features.

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Feature Strategy Guide

Full feature submission strategy guide.

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Proof of Concept Guide

Using proof-of-concept to advance projects.

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How to Package a Feature

Packaging strategies for features.

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Proof of Concept Strategy

Strategic approach to proof-of-concept.

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Package a Feature (v2)

Alternative packaging method.

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Career Development

How screenwriters grow professionally.

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Why Writers Don’t Progress

Common career blockers.

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How Pros Improve Scripts

Professional rewriting methods.

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Feedback & Career Growth

Using feedback to grow faster.

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