Announcing the Stage 32 + Catalyst Studios Empowering Women Script Competition

Stage 32–the global entertainment industry’s leading social network and educational platform with over 1 Million Members and over 3,000 hours of film and television webinars and classes–and Catalyst Studios–a groundbreaking U.S. production company supporting female-fronted projects–are partnering to launch a first-of-its kind screenwriting contest for feature films with a focus on social impact!

The contest is open to feature film scripts by women and non-binary filmmakers of any and all genres that bring awareness to a current issue or progress society forward with innovative thinking that doesn’t fall into typical patriarchal views and conditioning.

The winning writer will receive a guaranteed $5,000 option for their script and is eligible for up to $3,000,000 in financing from Catalyst to be produced. Additionally, the Catalyst team will work with the writer on development, Stage 32 will support the script development through education, and Berlinale Managing Director Mariette Rissenbeek has signed on to mentor the winner.

The contest is open to women and non-binary writers and directors to submit feature film scripts of any and all genres with a focus on social impact (i.e. brings awareness to current issues or progresses society forward with new/innovative thinking that doesn't fall into typical patriarchal views and conditioning especially as it pertains to women) that can be made for $3 Million or less, can be in any language and MPAA rating, and must be original works created by the entrant that address underlying social issues with intent for social change/awareness building.

“It has been my mission as the Managing Director of Stage 32 to lift up, inspire and encourage real opportunities for women in the entertainment industry around the world through our community.”

-Amanda Toney, Stage 32 Managing Director

“Stage 32 and Catalyst Studios share a passion and mission for discovering and promoting new voices in film. As such, this partnership is a no-brainer and one we’re extremely excited about. There’s nothing more thrilling than shepherding a project from script to screen. We’re looking forward to working with our winner and taking their career to the next level.”

-Richard "RB" Botto, Stage 32 CEO

​​“Catalyst Studios is trying to create a roadmap for systemic change and inclusivity in the entertainment industry and we want to inspire and support others to do the same. We couldn’t think of a better partner than Stage 32 as both our missions and core values are perfectly aligned.”

-Holly Anderson Levow, Catalyst Studios Chairperson

“This partnership is very important to me, right away I knew something big was meant to be, from two power houses such as Catalyst Studios and Stage 32. I couldn’t think of a better way to empower voices that have been too often silenced. This contest celebrates the strength and resilience of women and non-binary creators. I am sure this can bring to life stories that illuminate new paths, shatter old norms, and inspire us all to reach higher."

-Giulia Lupetti, Director of Marketing for Catalyst Studios

Are YOU ready to enter? SUBMIT HERE!

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