RIFF does not require a world or U.S. premiere, but the films that do may receive priority consideration in some cases. Mid-Atlantic's largest international competitive festivals. 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. A full development screenwriting course you can take from home. are non-refundable. mail. 2908 West Cary Street The prevailing party Film projects must be completed on or after January 1, 2022 to be considered for the 2023 Richmond International Film Festival. Audience Choice Awards (Best Feature film and Short film) These winners are voted upon by the festival audience. These winners will receive: a Special Recognition Trophy. accompanied by a separate signed entry form and a separate entry fee. Thank you for the fantastic feedback, and we hope to have you with us in the future. In addition to producing RIFF, she is the President & Executive Director of the RIFF Arts Institute, Founder of the Media Industry Xchange & FLOW Collective, Co-Founder of the Creative World Awards, and past President of the Virginia Production Alliance (VPA), the leading advocacy organization responsible for bolstering film and developing crew and talent across the Commonwealth of Virginia. Any entries submitted or payments postmarked after the extended deadline will be disqualified. that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. Please check 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). Study in Blue, a feature screenplay written by alumnus Patrick Clement '20, was among the Top Official Selection at the 2021 Richmond International Film Festival's screenplay competition. has the right to screen your project during the festival. submit to RIFF again.-Scott Boehm, Great festival, with meet the completion date requirement will receive priority consideration. ineligible. did an incredible job hosting, organizing and planning. antonia tong Join our mailing list for this exclusive offer, Get a FREE month of Scriptation Pro! Three prize-winners are selected each year. For more info on the city visit HERE . 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. The PAGE screenplay contest has helped launch the careers of dozens of talented screenwriters. Additional Awards FRIDAY, MARCH 10. Submissions may not be withdrawn once completed, and entry fees 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. Benefits "I really wanted to attend this event. key cast and crew are offered discounts during the advanced ticketing period. venues require a DCPL with a Blu-Ray back up and you will be notified as to project was completed earlier, it may still be submitted however projects that Screenplay entrants must not have already received a prize that If not present, it is up to When possible, please include your full press kit electronically through your submission. RIFF is well known for its annual mandate that at least 97 percent of its festival line-up comes from submissions. Apply to meet virtually with literary managers, agents, and producers. 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). Please label the outside of your package: FOR PREVIEW ONLY NO COMMERCIAL VALUE. RVA is a thriving arts, food, and craft brewery city in the U.S. and has been voted as one of the best places for moviemakers to work & live in the country, and top places . All the communication with the festival was easy and efficient and even remotely it was a really brilliant experience being involved - thanks for having us !! The festival is not responsible for submissions that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. The overall winner will also receive a $5,000 cash prize. If a project was completed earlier, it may still be submitted, however, projects that meet the completion date requirement may receive priority consideration. All other sites are ineligible. hospitable, organized staff. RIFF must receive all submission material electronically through the submission platform, however, if mailing your preview material later, we only accept BLU-RAYS. 2022 Rhode Island International Film Festival Call for Entries is Now Open This year's deadlines. Get to know Heather Waters, Max Curry and Almira Zaky as they all them. The 23rd Fargo Film Festival will be held March 21-25, 2023. Entry fees are payable through FilmFreeway. then submit your film or script electronically through the submission site. The Richmond International Film Festival reserves the non-exclusive right to screen and showcase all submitted films during the festival. 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. form. and all of the festivals industry panels and networking receptions. Richmond, VA prior to its festival screening date. Additional top genre screenplay winners are awarded certificates in each main category at the red carpet awards plus overall Best Teleplay Winners are also awarded. 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. in any legal proceeding brought pursuant hereto shall be entitled to recover An inclusive and spirited festival designed to honor cutting edge filmmakers, the festival welcomes films of all genres and niches (features & shorts) plus music videos and episodic projects. All preview media must be labeled with your entry number, film title, running time, and personal contact information including email address. Atlanta Film Festival Screenplay Competition Entry Fee: $25-$90 Deadlines: June 4 - November 12 Atlanta Film Festival screenplay competition mentor James Ponsoldt Three winners in the feature category will receive $500, but the real prizes here are golden networking and mentorship opportunities. Those and other honorary and competitive awards . Each applicant will receive an e-mail notifying them of the competition results. About RIFF FilmFreeway (films and screenplays) or Coverfly (screenplays) on or before the RIFF also accepts screenplays (features & shorts) of all genres through its annual screenplay competition. All pilots are judged by top-tier industry professionals, including writers and show creators. including email address. deadline will be disqualified. Entry fees will not be refunded. A world premiere is not required. Non-English language films must have English subtitles. Others promise detailed feedback and assistance in making your story better, but they lack the industry connections to really advance your career. For more info on RVA: http://hipgreenscene.com/2015/06/richmond/. Richmond International Film Festival. Screenwriters Conference, the largest writers conference in the world. Festival may provide, though not obligated, applicants contact information and Screenplay entrants must not have already received a prize that includes a 'first look' clause, an option, or any other quid pro quo involving the writer's submitted entry to the Richmond International Film Festival. Microsoft Word file. Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2023. All other key cast and crew are offered discounts during the advanced ticketing period. We also encourage entrants to add RIFF to your email *Note: If due to the pandemic the festival dates are impacted, the festival will not cancel the festival, but instead postpone or proceed with a hybrid model according city and state protocols. And, they promise to pitch and promote all semifinalists for a full year after placing. short screenplay receives $250 cash and each receives a special recognition The Liked by Matthew Gilmore I am. Founder & Producer, Heather Waters. The Cannes Film Festival has appointed Swedish director and two-time Palme d'Or winner Ruben stlund as jury president for its upcoming 76th edition, running from May 16 to 27. The San Diego International Film Festival is an independent film festival held annually in San Diego.The festival's top honorary award is the Gregory Peck Award for Cinematic Excellence that has been presented at the festival by the family of Gregory Peck since 2014. *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. All entrants understand and agree that there are a diverse amount of story contexts and ideas, and in no way is RIFF or The Moving Image Xchange LLC responsible not now or in the future of borrowing or stealing from an idea, copy written concept, or storyline from an entry. Do not send media kits or other marketing material via 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." Online entries may be submitted up until midnight Eastern Time on the final or extended deadline date. 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. Contest applicants must accept without reservation the decisions rendered by the Jurors. Multiple entries are permissible but each entry must be accompanied by a separate signed entry form and a separate entry fee. If selected as Official Selection, most festival The Social Impact/Global Xchange Award Given to the produced short film or script that highlights the use of film to create a positive social impact in the community or alternatively, the use of film to promote entrepreneurship as a means to create, synergize or maximize social capital in the community. 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. Webisode must be an independently produced or unproduced, scripted project specifically created for the web. . Please check appropriate length entry upon checkout and ensure you submit your project in the correct category. Join now Sign in . RIFF prefers to receive all submission This award acknowledges the efforts of those who are leveraging film to solve real community issues. If selected as a winner, it is up to the winners to split the prize money equally between them. 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). however, hotel discounts and VIP Access badges are provided to the Official When possible, please include your press kit electronically Your preview material will not be returned, so please do not send master copies. These winners receive a special recognition trophy at the annual red carpet awards. The Richmond International Film Festival named "Night Heat" a semifinalist in its 2019 script competition. In addition, the competition is one of the few in the nation requiring no entrance fee. Failure to adhere to these guidelines or The best feature film receives $500 cash and the best short film receives $250 cash and special recognition trophy at the annual red carpet awards. The festival also has a no refund policy on submissions and ticketing purchases. original work of the applicant(s). receive an award certificate if present at the annual red carpet awards, and THEATRICAL SCREENINGS. deadline date. Xchange LLC responsible not now or in the future of borrowing or stealing from free entry into all festival events: Top script in each of the main four genres thereof), and the contestant hereby submits to the jurisdiction of the state The 13th annual Richmond Virginia Environmental Film Festival (RVA EFF) is announcing the 2023 Virginia Environmental Film Contest. We will accept collaborative writing work, however, each writer must fill out and electronically sign the online entry application and release form. In addition, RIFF awards: Grand Jury Winners (Film) - This is awarded to the overall best feature film and short film. Finish Line redefines the screenwriting competition, in that they let writers resubmit updated drafts AT NO ADDITIONAL COST (crazy, right?). another carrier. #13. By submitting my project to the Richmond International Film Festival, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, agree to, and will abide by all the rules, terms and conditions listed above and in the rules, guidelines, licensing & release form. 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. Address: Richmond International Film Festival, 3126 W. Cary 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. All film projects must have been completed after September 1, 2020 My script won Best RULES & LICENSING AGREEMENT Please read and understand the Festival Rules, Guidelines, & Licensing Agreement. International Film Festival - BEST FEATURE SCREENPLAY (May, 2020) COOP - Depth of Field International Film Festival - GOLD SCRIPT WRITING - AWARD WINNER (Jan, 2020) COOP - After Hour Film Festival - AWARD WINNER - BEST SCREENPLAY (December, 2019) Please check appropriate length entry upon checkout and ensure you submit your project in the correct category. Vince Gilligan, creator of Breaking Bad and winner of 1989 Virginia Screenwriting Competition. If 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. electronically sign the online entry application and release form. Entrants permit the Richmond It's pretty heady for a former high school dropout who was changed by the military. All entrants are highly encouraged to attend the festival. Gracie Marcellus won the Merit Award for Best Virginia Teleplay at the Richmond International Film Festival 2022 screenwriting competition. Founded by film and television writer, Steve Vitolo (Black-ish, The List), the competition circulates winners scripts to the directors, showrunners, and producers behind your favorite movies and TV shows. The competition is not responsible for submitted materials that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. RIFF accepts feature films and scripts (over 40 minutes/pages), short films and scripts (under 40 min/pages), original teleplays (75 min/pages or less), music videos, and episodic series (television or web). 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. PROMOTION, PUBLICITY, MARKETING. 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. The competition is not responsible for submitted materials that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. Founded by screenwriter and filmmaker Gordy Hoffman, the BlueCat Screenplay Competition has been focused specifically on developing the talents and careers of up-and-coming writers since 1998. He wants to read your script. Submissions are now open. restrain, prevent or enjoin any breach by a contestant under this film contest, rules & licensing agreement will result in disqualification and forfeiture proceeding. We do not accept adaptations. The Virginia Screenwriting Competition was established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to have their work read and evaluated. Join Coverfly for a series of workshops and talks on writing. 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. 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. When submitting your film or script online, you must do so through FilmFreeway. A-list companies and various other agents and producers we work with, plus Accepting Features, Feature Documentaries, In Production Films, Shorts, Short Documentaries, TV Pilots, and Web Series, Competition Entry plus Judge's Highlight Notes & Scorecard. Entry fees will not be refunded. If selected as a winner, it is up to the winners to split the prize money equally between them. mixers, and more. The winning screenplay selection receives honors during the same week of the film festival. Early, Regular, Late, Final or Extended entry deadline, and the entry fee paid COMMERCIAL VALUE. RIFF accepts film and all related submissions that have not been distributed publicly or shown in a public setting within 60 miles from Richmond, Virginia. ISA flies undiscovered screenwriters to LA to meet with and be mentored by eight top industry executives. affiliates, staff, sponsors and partners, individually and collectively, from The festival is not responsible for 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. We will For more info, visit RVAfilmfestival.com 2023 Fest: Sep 26 - Oct 1 Annual, plus year-round programming. Grand Jury Winners (Screenplays) - This is awarded to the overall best feature screenplay and best short screenplay. In this case, we require that the filmmaker please notify the festival as soon as the film learns of the distribution deal or public screening within the 60 mile limit of Richmond. be exposed to a network of influential third parties and Jurors, but such third Winners have been announced at the 73rd Berlin Film Festival, with On the Adamant by Nicolas Philibert scooping the coveted Golden Bear prize as the best film of the festival's International . DISPUTE RESOLUTION; GOVERNING LAW; FORUM. AFF filmmakers gain access to the. ", Richmond is a thriving arts, food, and craft brewery hub in the US, and has been consistently voted one of the best places for moviemakers to work and live in the country along with one of the top places for indie filmmakers to shoot their projects (Moviemaker Magazine). 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. All rights reserved. The festival also has a no refund policy on submissions and ticketing purchases. The showcase also offers feedback via PDF markup. Original Action Screenplay, which is extremely flattering. It is the filmmaker and writer's responsibility to keep their personal contact information that is on file with us and the submission service updated and current. Submissions story, it should be noted on the title page. 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. 2021 in film is an overview of events, including award ceremonies, film festivals, a list of country-specific lists of films released, and movie programming. 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