If entering the This competition is an excellent opportunity to All pilots are judged by top-tier industry professionals, including writers and show creators. Submissions may not be based, in whole or in part, on any other fiction or nonfiction material, published or unpublished, produced or un-produced that is not already in public domain. If it is in public domain, it is eligible for the contest. distribution or a Richmond premiere prior to the 2022 RIFF. The festival reserves the right to They accept feature film scripts in seven distinct genres The festival is not responsible for withholding any taxes or Outstanding, Marley! The Richmond International Film Festival (RIFF) screens more than 135 cutting edge film premieres plus six full days of panels, events, mixers, conferences and music making it one of the Mid-Atlantic's largest international competitive festivals. It's one of only twenty feature projects to receive this honor. Applicant understands that it is their sole responsibility to copyright and protect their own submitted material. As a producer and director, Waters can be seen working behind the scenes in a variety of film and music projects, but is also known to be a strong promoter and developer of other creatives. This is our mission. Scripts submissions must be submitted in a PDF, Final Draft, or Microsoft Word file. All submission forms must be submitted electronically via Join Coverfly for a series of workshops and talks on writing. In 2011, Waters founded the Richmond International Film Festival (RIFF). exclusive rights to submit material to the competition. A free 6-month mentorship with professional writers. another carrier. Luther: The Fallen Sun. Delevante. It's pretty heady for a former high school dropout who was changed by the military. Apply to meet virtually with literary managers, agents, and producers. Get to know Heather Waters, Max Curry and Almira Zaky as they all If the script is based on a true story, it should be noted on the title page. Have a great script but dont have the access to the industry to move it forward? Official Selection films and Official Selection writers receive a complimentary All Access VIP Badge, and are invited to participate in various events throughout the week, panel discussions, and Q&As. The 23rd Fargo Film Festival will be held March 21-25, 2023. , with the opportunity for more intensive coverage for an additional fee. may be submitted up until midnight Eastern Time on the final or extended The film received critical acclaim ahead of its January 2023 U.S. opening, including the Best Film award at the 2022 Berlin International Film Festival and the International Screenplay award at . If selected mixers, and more. United States, 1301 N Boulevard And, their scripts will be considered for film option and development by leading production companies, including: American Zoetrope, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Fox Searchlight, Sony Pictures Classics, IFC Entertainment, Paramount Classics, Lionsgate, and more. FRIDAY, MARCH 10. Vince Gilligan, creator of Breaking Bad and winner of 1989 Virginia Screenwriting Competition. - This is awarded to the overall best feature screenplay and The 2022 festival takes place June 7-12, 2022. Benefits "I really wanted to attend this event. It is the filmmaker and writer's responsibility to keep Additional Awards (Screenplays) - The following receives heavy industry promotion to A-list companies and various other agents and producers we work with, plus receive an award certificate if present at the annual red carpet awards, and free entry into all festival events: Top script in each of the main four genres (Horror/Thriller/Fantasy, Drama/Family, Comedy, Action/Adventure). The festival is not responsible for withholding any taxes or payments to any government agency, at any level, be it state, local or federal. Failure to adhere to these guidelines or rules & licensing agreement will result in disqualification and forfeiture of an entry fee and/or eligible prize. Fantastic festival hosted by its creator Heather Waters whose warmth, enthusiasm, efficiency and joy cast a long beautiful glow upon the entire event. RIFF is well known for its annual mandate that at least 97 percent of its festival line-up comes from submissions. Failure to adhere to these guidelines or rules & licensing agreement will result in disqualification and forfeiture of an entry fee and/or eligible prize. These winners will receive: a Special Recognition Trophy. Watersprite is excited to announce that submissions are open for our Writing for Screen Competition 2023! RIFF has no responsibility for correspondence that is misdirected as a result of writer(s) failure to provide us with current contact information. Entrants permit the Richmond and the contestant hereby waives any right to notice of any action or proceeding Should an entrant win an award at RIFF, they will receive the award when present at the annual red carpet awards. Congratulations to our User Zack for a wonderful score of 85.71% when predicting the 2023 Costume Designers Guild Awards winners on Monday night. This year we are doing a SHORTS FEST! In 2010 & 2011 he was a twice Semi Finalist at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Nicholl Fellowship, the premiere international screenwriting competition, which his screenplay Land of Lincoln placed in the top 30 selected from 6,700 national and international submissions. Entrant expressly acknowledges and agrees that the Richmond International Film Festival shall be entitled to injunctive or other equitable relief (an "Injunction") to restrain, prevent or enjoin any breach by a contestant under this film contest, and the contestant hereby waives any right to notice of any action or proceeding for an Injunction and consents to and accepts entry of an Injunction in any court which may have jurisdiction in connection therewith. The Rhode Island International Film Festival prefers paperless entries. The showcase also offers feedback via PDF markup. Other film and writing awards: Best of Festival Award for Best Narrative (Feature & Short), Best Animation (Short), Best Documentary (Feature & Short), Best Experimental (Short), Best Original Teleplay, Best Music Video and Best Episodic Series. Submissions may not be withdrawn once completed, and entry fees Any entries submitted or payments postmarked after the extended deadline will be disqualified. Richmond, Virginia 23230 RIFF is the premiere festival on the east coast with 6 days of film, special guests, panels, industry mixers, writing workshops, and pitch sessions. In addition, RIFF awards: Grand Jury Winners (Film) - This is awarded to the overall best feature film and short film. PROMOTION, PUBLICITY, MARKETING. Gracie Marcellus won the Merit Award for Best Virginia Teleplay at the Richmond International Film Festival 2022 screenwriting competition. Richmond International Film Festival (RIFF) is a competitive festival that Our top scorer is actually tied with 41 others but has the better point score of 20,375 by using the two Super Bets (500 points each) wisely. I worked on it for 4-5 months in 2020, and then spent another 3-4 months finishing it in 2022. contact information. submissions that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. He wants to read your script. what formats will be accepted for your respective venue. Entrants have the unique opportunity to review notes directly within their script and better understand the thought process behind each suggestion. Short and feature films must not be shown within 60 miles of RIFF is well known for championing independent filmmaking year-round and providing a collaborative platform for filmmakers, writers, musicians, and fans to engage. The film received much attention at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, earning a nomination for the Palme d'Or and winning Best Screenplay. Over $7 million in screenplays and pilots have been sold by competition finalists since 1999. If a screenplay becomes optioned or purchased between the time of submission and the end of the festival judging period, the applicant must notify us and that entry will no longer be eligible for an award. THEATRICAL SCREENINGS. We do not accept adaptations. Unless otherwise stated herein, this Agreement shall be governed by United States, 1331 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard Screenwriters Conference, the largest writers conference in the world. Grand Jury Winners (Screenplays) - This is awarded to the overall best feature screenplay and best short screenplay. Scripts submissions must be submitted in a PDF, Final Draft, or Microsoft Word file. accompanied by a separate signed entry form and a separate entry fee. Your preview material will not be returned, so please do not send master copies. Three prize-winners are selected each year. Official Selection films and Official Selection writers receive a complimentary All Access VIP Badge, and are invited to participate in various events throughout the week, panel discussions, and Q&As. The 12th annual Richmond International Film Festival (RIFF) is a competitive festival that accepts feature and short screenplays, teleplays, and screens more than 120 international cutting edge film premiers making it one of the Mid-Atlantic's largest international competitive festivals. warrant as the author of submitted material that they are the sole and All Access Badges are provided for the Official Selection. did an incredible job hosting, organizing and planning. While impacted with postponements the first two years, we were thrilled to be able to bring a full festival for our audiences the last two years. Known as the Writers Festival since its inception 26 years ago, focuses on storytellers. The Richmond International Film Festival named "Night Heat" a semifinalist in its 2019 script competition. If submitting by mail, it must be typed in English, and printed on single or double-sided paper; it must be 3-hole punched with pages numbered; be headed by the title page, which includes title of work and WGA registration number if applicable; font must be 12-point Courier, Courier New or Courier Final Draft (please no exceptions). includes a 'first look' clause, an option, or any other quid pro quo involving Applicant (s) indemnify and hold harmless The Richmond International Film & Music Festival (RIFF). Best Short - Drama: Before Dawn, Kabul Time. In the case of inclement weather in Richmond, Virginia or any state of emergency due to ensuing or unforeseeable events or otherwise, the festival may also consider a hybrid model or postpone the festival to a later date but it would be within the same year permitting state and city approval. Official Selection and Top Screenplays - All Official Selection filmmakers and the top Official Selection 12-15 scripts (feature & short) receive complimentary entry into all festival events, VIP mixers, and more. short screenplay receives $250 cash and each receives a special recognition *The festival reserves the right to alter the dates at its own discretion due to seen or unforeseen reasons such as COVID-19 or other necessary reasons. RIFF is open for screenplay entries for its screenwriting competition. The Richmond International Film Festival may provide, though not obligated, applicants contact information and submitted work to any interested parties, and turn all remaining correspondence over to you. Scriptapalooza has been discovering and promoting writers since 1998. With their top priority always being the writer, Scriptapalooza touts that submissions that come through their festivals are read exclusively by producers, managers, and agents. ScreenCraft doesnt just give out awards it starts writing careers. Highly Any entries submitted or payments postmarked after the extended All submission forms must be submitted electronically via FilmFreeway (films and screenplays) on or before the Early, Regular, Late, Final or Extended entry deadline, and the entry fee paid in full in order to qualify for the respective submission rate. In addition to many annual top honor film awards in each category, each year the festival awards outstanding merit competition platforms for select films that highlight social change and create awareness through the use of film. and all of the festivals industry panels and networking receptions. Swedish director Ruben Ostlund, a two-time winner of the Palme d'Or, will be jury president at this year's Cannes Film Festival in May, organisers announced on Tuesday. affiliates, staff, sponsors and partners, individually and collectively, from Your preview material will not be returned, so please do not Nice and interesting festival!!! ISA flies undiscovered screenwriters to LA to meet with and be mentored by eight top industry executives. screens more than 150 international cutting edge films, making it one of the If submitting by mail, it must be typed in English, and Onward to more enriching and innovative possibilities in 2023! KOSHER NOSTRA is currently a Grand Jury Nominee for Best TV Pilot Script at the Richmond International Film Festival's Screenwriting Competition! If entering the festival, you understand that if selected as Official Selection, the festival has the right to screen your project during the festival. activities with quick, reliable communication when needed. free entry into all festival events: Top script in each of the main four genres DISPUTE RESOLUTION; GOVERNING LAW; FORUM. RIFF is the premiere festival on the east coast with 6 days of film, special guests, panels, industry mixers, writing workshops, and pitch sessions. registration number if applicable; font must be 12-point Courier, Courier New RIFF does not require a world or U.S. premiere, but the films that do may receive priority consideration in some cases. rules & licensing agreement will result in disqualification and forfeiture trophy at the annual red carpet awards. Filmmakers, Caretakers, RIFF is an absolutely The I really wanted to attend this event. When possible, please include your full press kit electronically through your submission. With the aim of recognizing both award-winning veteran filmmakers and up-and-coming emerging talent, the festival gives a platform for all and works to promote its participating filmmakers and writers through various media outlets and partners. Scripts submissions must be submitted in a PDF, Final Draft, or We do not accept adaptations. Multiple entries are permissible but each entry must be A full development screenwriting course you can take from home. electronically sign the online entry application and release form. The American Zoetrope screenplay competition offers the top 10 finalists the opportunity for representation by William Morris Endeavor, CAA, The Gersh Agency, Exile Entertainment, ICM, Oasis Media, UTA, The Radmin Company, Prolific Entertainment, Energy Entertainment, and Dontanville/Frattaroli. Applicant (s) indemnify and hold harmless The Richmond International Film Festival, its judges, The Moving Image Xchange LLC, affiliates, staff, sponsors and partners, individually and collectively, from and against all claims, demands, losses, damages, costs, liabilities and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with any and all claims, or third party claims based on stories or films submitted to the Richmond International Film Festival. Multiple venues host throughout festival week including Bow Tie Movieland and Criterion Cinemas and the historic Byrd Theatre which USA Today has called the 1,300-seat theatre, "One of the top 10 places to still see a movie in splendor in the United States. All other sites are Richmond, Virginia 23230 Script Pipeline boasts a $25,000 grand prize, long-term script circulation to its industry network, development assistance, meetings, and invitations to industry events. Submit to industry partners looking for specific types of projects. submit to RIFF again.-Scott Boehm, Great festival, with Should an entrant win an award at RIFF, they will receive the 2908 West Cary Street The Virginia Screenwriting Competition is unique in that all entries receive a written evaluation from the first round judges, often giving writers valuable insight into ways to improve their work. The 13th annual Richmond Virginia Environmental Film Festival (RVA EFF) is announcing the 2023 Virginia Environmental Film Contest. All ticket sales and proceeds are property of the Richmond International Film Festival. Best of Festival Award for Best Narrative (Feature & Short), Best Animation (Short), Best Documentary (Feature & Short), Best Experimental (Short), Best Original Teleplay, Best Music Video and Best Episodic Series. For scripts, we also accept entries through Coverfly. The award winners of the 2023 screenplay competition will be announced at the awards event on October 22nd, 2023. Submissions must be the The Richmond International Film form. Unless otherwise stated herein, this Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia (without regard to the conflicts of law provisions thereof), and the contestant hereby submits to the jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Richmond County, Virginia. 901 East Cary Street, Suite 900Richmond, VA 23219-4048 USA. Individual merit awards are given and include Best Director, Best Actress/Best Actor, Best Ensemble Cast, Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Music/Score, Best Casting, and the annual Rising Star Award. expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with any and The 2022 Atlanta Film Festival Screenplay Competition is devoted to finding the best screenplays from around the world and offering their authors the opportunity to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime writing workshop and mentorship program with professionals in the industry." thereof), and the contestant hereby submits to the jurisdiction of the state If a work in progress, please also notate that in your cover letter on the submission. free entry into all festival events: Top script in each of the main four genres that do may receive priority consideration. antonia tong Never before has a screenwriting contest made scripts so accessible to working industry professionals. RIFF reserves the right to extend the entry deadline. project to the Richmond International Film Festival, I acknowledge that I have Applicant understands that it is their sole responsibility to copyright and protect their own submitted material. Submissions must be the original work of the applicant(s). Films must not have received celebrates the craft of television with industry panels, networking parties, and curated programming over two exciting days. Official Selection are responsible for their own personal travel and accommodation expenses, however, hotel discounts and VIP Access badges are provided to the Official Selection (up to 2 complimentary badges to features and 1 to shorts). Entrants get notes on their submission and can use these critiques to improve their script. RIFF also overlaps music during festival week and offers opportunities for filmmakers and musicians to forge new working relationships. The festival itself was and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States and the If selected as Official Selection, most festival Official Selection 2022) - Richmond International Film Festival - FINALIST (March, 2022) IndieBoom Film + Music Festival . the recipient to arrange their own shipping of the physical award via Fed Ex or mailing, you must include your submission entry number, film title, and contact . Final exhibition exports must be in a DCP format for all theatres. or less), music videos, and episodic series (television or web). screenplay becomes optioned or purchased between the time of submission and the Apply to meet virtually with literary managers, agents, and producers. All preview media must be labeled with your Our screenplay competition, now in its fourth year, is expanding relationships with key partners in the screenwriting industry. Accepting Features, Feature Documentaries, In Production Films, Shorts, Short Documentaries, TV Pilots, and Web Series, Competition Entry plus Judge's Highlight Notes & Scorecard. One winner will be chosen in the short film category. opportunities for networking, fun parties, good screeningswould definitely I enjoyed the panels and screenings. Please check appropriate length entry upon checkout and ensure you submit your project in the correct category. Our Short Film Fund offers an opportunity for emerging screenwriters and filmmakers to have their short films financed and produced, and create a calling card to help them progress in the industry as a writer or writer/director. A highly recommend festival Through various phases of the judging process, submitted material may be exposed to a network of influential third parties and Jurors, but such third party participations are not guaranteed. 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