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American Screenwriter’s Association
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Join the ASA to enter its members-only contests, receive discounted script consultations, and take part in special on-line courses.
BlueCat Screenplay Competition
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WHY ENTER BLUECAT? *Our 2006 Winner, Young Kim is in pre-production to direct his winning script, six months after being named winner of BlueCat. *Our 2005 Winner, GARY THE TENNIS COACH, starring Seann William Scott and directed by Danny Leiner, recently wrapped in Austin. Winning BlueCat writers Andy Stock and Rick Stempson signed with UTA. *Every writer who enters BlueCat receives written analysis on their screenplay. *Winner receives $10,000 and Finalists receive $1500, the largest cash prize for a screenplay contest that provides feedback to all writers. SUBMIT YOUR SCREENPLAY http://www.bluecatscreenplay.com/submissions/submit_your_screenplay.php
CAPE Foundation
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THE COALITION OF ASIAN PACIFICS IN ENTERTAINMENT AND FOX ENTERTAINMENT GROUP ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR THE 9th ANNUAL NEW WRITERS AWARDS THE DEADLINE IS MAY 30, 2008 Winners of the CAPE Foundation New Writers Awards will each receive a cash prize of $4,000, Final Draft software, a staged reading of their script and opportunities to meet/pitch to seasoned entertainment executives. Previous winners include filmmaker Alice Wu (SAVING FACE) and Young Il Kim, whose winning script HYUNG"S OVERTURE was optioned by producer and CAPE Board of Advisor member, Teddy Zee (PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS). CAPE's Board of Advisors include distinguished executives and artists such as Ang Lee, John Woo, Terence Chang, Dean Devlin, Warrington Hudlin, David Henry Hwang, Lou Diamond Phillips, Richard Sakai, B.D. Wong, Chris Lee, Fritz Friedman, Janet Yang and Teddy Zee.
Creative Screenwriting
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Catch up with the hottest screenwriters in the business today. Read about their process, get some hints, and find out how you too can make it in this cutthroat business.
Creative World Awards
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Entries now open to the 2008 Creative World Awards (CWA) screenwriting competition! We have a spectacular year lined up for our entrants. The 2008 CWA winning screenplays will not only receive cash prizes and be sent to top agencies, major studios, managers, producers, and international financers, but this competition its first year out has secured serious commitments from major block buster hit companies to take first looks at our top three finalists (Icon, Voltage, GreeneStreet, Crystal Sky, Odd Lot, and several more).
Development Heaven
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What does Jeff Kitchen, author of "Writing a Great Movie," have to say about screenwriting? Find out here!
Done Deal Pro
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Keep track of industry trends--what scripts are being sold in Hollywood, who's buying them, and where you might go to sign a similar deal.
Final Draft, Inc.
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Final Draft, Inc. was founded in 1991 to develop a scriptwriting program that allows the writer to concentrate on the creative process and not on Hollywood's stringent formatting rules. Since then, Final Draft has become the Hollywood professional's choice and the world's number-one selling scriptwriting program for film, television and theatre. In September of 2006, Final Draft, Inc., acquired Script with the goal of making the magazine and its ancillary services even larger and more successful. Final Draft strives to educate, advance and celebrate the scriptwriter with a suite of offerings that now includes software, services, publications and events.
Hollywood Screen Consultant
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Internationally award-winning writer/director, story analyst for Phoenix Pictures (Holes, Apt Pupil, U-Turn) offers in-depth constructive critical analysis of your screenplay. Get essential feedback before making important submissions. Ezmiar Productions: 818/841-3616.
InkTip
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InkTip's search engines link industry professionals with the screenplays they're looking for. Post your completed script now to be noticed by some of the top production companies in the field.
Joblo.com
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Over 800+ Free Screenplays! Movie News * Movie Scripts * Movie Reviews * Movie Trailers * Release Dates * Movie Quizzes * Movie Talk * Celeb Interviews * Every screenplay from Tarantino to the Coens to Kaufman to Oscar winners new and old. Come read how the experts do it. If you love movies, you're sure to love JoBlo.com!
Middle Skool Scripts
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Middle Skool Scripts is the number one destination where writers can seek a professional critique of their work. We specialize in Script Coverage, Script Analysis, Story Notes, and Character Development. Think of us as the make a wish foundation for writers. We're here to help you make your dreams come true!
MoviePoet.com
(Websites)
MoviePoet.com is screenwriting website that runs a free monthly five page screenplay contest. Our goal is threefold: help writers improve their craft, celebrate our best work, and connect writers and their scripts with filmmakers.
My Script Needs Help!
(Websites)
Find out how to make your screenplay marketable. Critiques and edits available.
Poppy Jasper Film Festival
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The Poppy Jasper Film Festival of Morgan Hill, CA seeks to showcase international independent short films. Taking its name from the rare Morgan Hill poppy jasper gemstone, the Festival mines the fast-growing niche of, less than 30 minutes, films and brings the passion of film making to the community. The Festival has attracted the attention of a number of film making notables, including Academy Award winner John Bruno (Titanic), screenwriter Victor Miller (three-time Emmy winner), and producer Susan Cartsonis (What Women Want, No Reservations, and Where the Heart Is). For further information, visit website or email info@poppyjasperfilmfest.org
ScreenStyle
(Websites)
ScreenStyle is one of the world's largest distributors of screenwriting software, including Final Draft, Power Structure and Movie Magic Screenwriter.
Screenwriters Online
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Get screenplay analysis or attend a master class online. Past master class instructors have included Paul Haggis and JJ Abrams.
Script Doctor and Polish
(Consultants)
Incisive critique. Create fresh characters that push a story deeper and always serve the medium of film. Denise 510/658-4967
Script Magazine
(Websites)
Read about the art of screenwriting by the screenwriters themselves. Articles about the latest movies by the men and women who created them.
Script P.I.M.P.
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Script P.I.M.P. is the research tool for every screenwriter. Find production companies seeking submissions and their guidelines, plus professional assistance through their Writers Workshop.
Script Savvy
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Script Savvy Screenplay Competition. Sponsors by producers looking for new projects. All entries receive feedback. Currently the highest rated contest on moviebytes.com (5 stars).
Script Secrets
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Working professional screenwriter with 18 produced features shares insider techniques and information. http://ScriptSecrets.Net. Classes on 80 min audio CD: Writing Horror - $15+$3 P&H, Writing Thrillers (2 CDs) - $30+$5 P&H, Writing Indies - $15+$3 P&H, Guerrilla Marketing Your Script - $15+$3 P&H.
Scriptapalooza
(Websites)
Enter the prestigious annual screenwriting contest or improve your script and use their connections. Either way, Scriptapalooza helps you get ahead in the game.
ScriptBlaster
(Websites)
Use ScriptBlaster's resources for a direct route to production companies. Have your script blasted directly to the people you want to read it most.
Scriptforsale.com
(Websites)
Take part in online classes, check out the lists of useful articles, and discover the most useful resources essential to becoming a screenwriter.
ScriptShark
(Websites)
Get professional feedback on your completed screenplay. Move it to the top of a reader's pile.
Sell Your TV Concept Now!
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Sell Your TV Concept NOW, Inc. helps people to sell their TV show ideas with consulting, conferences, contacts, sample treatments and bibles, fill-in-the-blank templates, training and more. We make it EASY! Former Nickelodeon and reality show producer and award-winning development team work with you to help you to sell your show. FREE REPORT - 7 Biggest Pitch Mistakes online at http://www.SellYourTvConceptNow.com. Phone: 407/351-0893.
Story Sense
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Judged the #1 "Best Buy" by Creative Screenwriting: "First rate analysis at a cut-rate price." One of Hollywood's top script doctors, Michael Ray Brown offers screenwriters creative suggestions and practical advice. More than 25 years' experience as a professional story analyst with 7 major studios. Make your script the best it can be. 310/394-0994
Studio Readers
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The Official Resource For Studio Coverage, Budgeting & Casting Services - by referral only.
The Dialogue: Learning from the Masters
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Here's where you'll find the stories behind your favorite movies directly from the screenwriter's mouth. Mike De Luca hosts 80-minute sit-down chats with Hollywood's best.
The Script Broker
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"A dynamic group of creative professionals who get your script into the right hands." -Linda Seger, author of Making a Good Script Great.
The Write Brothers Store
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Software distributors for screenwriters including Dramatica for Screenwriters and the Writer's DreamKit.
The Writer’s Guild
(Websites)
Register your movie with the Guild and be ahead of the pack when submitting your screenplay for consideration by competitions and production companies.
The Writers’ Building
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A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping aspiring screenwriters. We have a private office with your name on it waiting, your own personal discussion board, lots of active screenwriting workshops, great feedback on your work, and we're constantly reaching out to industry professionals to visit and share their experience. If you're serious about your screenwriting, you belong here!
Trigger Street
(Websites)
Become a member to post your screenplay, receive feedback from other members, and participate in this online screenwriting community.
Writer’s University
(Websites)
Take screenwriting classes from the comfort of your own and at your own convenience. Learn from some of the best in the field.
Writers Boot Camp
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We'll get a script out of you in 6 weeks one way or another. We'll help you finish that screenplay or TV sitcom faster than you ever thought possible. Teaching you accelerated writing and brain-storming techniques, characters, and structure while you write. And if you need more motivation, we know a few good chokeholds. Call 800/800-1733 in LA, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York.
Written By Clark
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USC alumni, young professional screenwriter offers a variety of services to begginning to advanced writers to help their projects get ready for the market.
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