As of today, I finished writing my first feature-length screenplay! I've gone through multiple drafts and made the revisions and edits from various test-reads, and I feel it's time to go to the next step of the process. I’m new to this aspect of the film industry, and would like to know what the possible routes are for me to sort of “get it out there”. I’m looking into various screenplay competitions to submit it to, but I didn’t know if there was a particular process one must go through first. Any and all tips will be appreciated. Thank you!
Screenwriting : What's Next? by Matthew Manyak
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Contests are a good start, look for the ones that offer free feedback if you can. There are also pitch sessions available here with Happy Writers.
Thank you so much Jody!
Join a writers group. Don't enter into competitions above your pay grade. Start writing your next one. Don't sit on this one too long.
Dan M knows what he's talking about. Congrats on your first feature - that's a big step!
I would like to take a look at your script and, if you are looking for a director for the Project. if I like it, I would like to be part of it.
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Post it to your loglines page for free feedback. Join www.zoetrope.com (they just revamped their site) and post it there for free feedback as well. You need to review some scripts there as part of the deal but that helps you as well.
Dan M - are you gonna make me doubt all the advice you sent my way now? What a plot twist
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I started by entering some contests. I can say it worked. My first screenplay was nominated at the California Independent Film Festival in 2007. I didn't win, but top 5 out of like 80 submissions for a new screenwriter was such a thrill!
Thank you all so much for your advice!
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