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Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 3, 2025

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Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

BIOGRAPHY Screenplay Festival:
https://festivalfordrama.com/biography-screenplay-festival/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show

LGBTQ+ Short Short Festival:
https://lgbttorontofilmfestival.com/lgbt-short-story-contest/

Submit your LGBTQ+ Short Story to the Festival have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video.

FOOD & DRINK Novel Festival:
https://documentaryshortfilmfestival.com/food-and-drink-novel-festival/

– 3 options to submit. (full novel. 1st chapter novel. performance reading.)

NON-FICTION – Can be about the origins, preparations, families, or nutritional values of food. Can be about different types of cuisine and/or about the history of certain foods or drink.

FICTION – In a novel food and drink can show the culture, history, and environment of a fictional world. For example, the spices used in a stew or the rites around a particular beverage can reveal a lot about the society that created them. It can also represent and symbolic theme in the novel about society, status, and norms.

CRIME Poetry Contest (FREE):
https://wildsoundwritingfestival.submittable.com/submit/301187/crime-poetry-submission

Submit your poem for free and get it showcased on the platform. Other options for poetry video reading, and/or poetry movie.

WILDsound Film & Screenplay Festival:
https://filmfreeway.com/WILDsoundFilmandWritingFestival

Submit via FilmFreeway

Today’s Podcast: Screenwriter Krista Amigone (THE SUSURRUS)

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Watch the best scene reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-R0i-9WD7A

Get to know the writer:

What is your screenplay about?

The Susurrus is about a dollmaker who starts to date a year after her husband abandoned her. The jump back into the dating scene, and the world at large, proves dangerous, and ultimately, she must decide to keep-on despite the world’s evils, or retreat back to the familiar evils of her solitary life.

Why should this screenplay be made into a movie?

The Susurrus explores the many forms that abusive relationships take, and how they can be near-impossible to escape from. The subject is unfortunately timeless and universal, across gender, religion, and culture. So, why not now?

How would you describe this script in two words?

Creepy and sexy.

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Screenwriter Mike Kelso (SOMETHING IN THE WATER)

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Poisoned drinking water turns the town into vampire zombies.

Get to know the writer:

1. What is your screenplay about?
It’s about a small town that is suddenly struck by a strange disease and the people who try to find out what’s happening.

2. Why should this screenplay be made into a movie?
I believe it’s an interesting and entertaining story that could be enjoyed by horror lovers as well as those who enjoy zombie movies, and just a good, gripping story.

3. How would you describe this script in two words?
Odd zombies.

4. What movie have you seen the most times in your life?
Star Wars or The Princess Bride.

5. How long have you been working on this screenplay?
Around seven months.

6. How many stories have you written?
I’ve been writing and publishing books of short stories for ten plus years. My published collections of stories, including my novels, have well over one hundred stories.

7. What motivated you to write this screenplay?
A person I met on Instagram, whose horror TV network I had advertised my book on, asked me if I was interested in writing a screenplay for his idea. I agreed, and have since written a pseudo-sequel to it, along with another screenplay I had been developing.

8. What obstacles did you face to finish this screenplay?
Time, of course is always a factor. But I went over it many times to make sure the characters were true to their voices. The story itself came to me quite easily. I just had to revise several times looking for plot holes and inconsistency.

9. Apart from writing, what else are you passionate about?
Photography. I live in a rural area of Pennsylvania, and have many opportunities to take landscape and wildlife photos.

10. What influenced you to enter the festival? What were your feelings on the initial feedback you received?
I was excited to find out how good (or bad) my script really was, based on the opinion of someone who had read other scripts, with this being the first script I finished and put out into the world.
I was quite happy with the feedback I received. It was encouraging, but also showed points where I could strengthen my script. I’m always looking for helpful feedback that can help my writing improve.

11. What genres does your screenplay fall under?
Horror/suspense

Today’s Podcast: Screenwriter Naz Tokgoz (CHRYSALIS)

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Watch the Screenplay Reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONlg9ToDKoY

“Chrysalis” navigates the story of Deniz, an enigmatic alien who, upon arriving on Earth, assumes the form of a 20-something girl. Driven by loneliness and curiosity, she becomes captivated by the vibrant Turkish culture. Alternating between the euphoria of her love with a Turkish woman, Melisa, and the aftermath of a tragic loss caused by homophobia in modern Turkish society, the narrative weaves subtle hints alluding to Deniz’s true nature, inviting contemplation on whether she is an extraterrestrial or a representation of someone who feels like an outsider within their own country. The story delicately portrays the healing journey of both Deniz and Melisa’s grieving mother within a city so capable of profound love, yet at times challenged to extend that love to others.

Get to know the writer:

What is your screenplay about?

The screenplay explores what it means to love in a city like Istanbul- a place that is both beautiful and complicated. Growing up in this country (as with any country), you can find love in every corner within its people. However, there’s also a heartbreaking cycle of hate that seeps through, especially towards the LGBTQ community.

Istanbul is naturally a loving city, but the struggle to embrace all forms of love has persisted for years. This paradox inspired me to create a story that highlights the loneliness and complexity of being part of a community like this in Istanbul. Despite the hate, I believe the city is and will always be filled with love- sometimes, all it takes is a shift in perspective to see that love in its purest form is universal. My love is no different than your love.

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Today’s Podcast: Cecil Harris (WHITE CHOCOLATE)

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Watch the best scene reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-wbuMLmLCQ

Get to know the writer:

What is your screenplay about?
White Chocolate is about a female detective who, along with her male partner, has to solve the killing of a high school basketball prodigy in Yonkers, New York (near New York City). Detective Erika Gonzalez is a single mom and the daughter of a cop killed in the line of duty. Her son’s father, who proved unfaithful during their relationship, has been recently released from prison. The story focuses on Erika’s resilience in the face of personal and professional challenges, as well as the unwanted attention that comes to an attractive woman who simply wants to do her job.

What genres does your screenplay fall under?
Drama, Crime, Sports.

Why should this screenplay be made into a movie?
Erika is a character who faces so many challenges in a male-dominated profession and is constantly being tested, which makes her someone worth rooting for. Also, the basketball prodigy represents the hopes and dreams of many in a city not noted for producing famous people. Many in the community live vicariously through him, making his killing difficult for them to process. Fingers are pointed in many different directions. There’s a whodunit element to the story. Those who may be able to identify the killer before the detectives may be intrigued by the lengths to which the killer tries to avoid accountability.

How many stories have you written?
Two screenplays. The other is Iceman, which is about a Black hockey trailblazer in the 1995-96 National Hockey League season.
I’m also the author of four books: Breaking the Ice: The Black Experience in Professional Hockey (Insomniac Press, Toronto), the first book that told the unique stories of Black players in hockey; Call the Yankees My Daddy: Reflections on Baseball, Race, and Family; Charging the Net: A History of Blacks in Tennis from Althea Gibson and Arthur to the Williams Sisters; and Different Strokes: Serena, Venus, and the Unfinished Black Tennis Revolution. My books reside at the intersection of sports and sociology. I used to cover the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes for The News & Observer in Raleigh and the New York Rangers for Newsday in New York. The lead character in Iceman is based on Black NHL players I wrote about in Breaking the Ice.

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FANTASY/SCI-FI Festival: Today’s Screenplay Deadline Today’s Screenplay Deadline

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Get your screenplay performed by professional actors at the Fantasy/Sci-Fi Festival.

Submit on the submission page: https://fantasyscififestival.com/

The Fastest Growing FANTASY/SCI-FI Festival and Contest in the World today!

– 0ffers screenwriters at all levels the fantastic opportunity to hear their stories read aloud using TOP PROFESSIONAL ACTORS (see below for recent performance readings).

– No matter what happens, you will receive full feedback on your work by our established committee. No other place in the world will you get coverage for the price you pay.

– Even if you’re just looking for feedback of your work, this is the festival for you.

– It’s there for all to see. The proof is in the viewership. These videos garner 1000s of views online. Some of the screenplay readings are more popular than actual studio films made!

– We specialize in showcasing Horror stories and making sure that when the work is ready, the writer will benefit by at least obtaining a solid agent.

PARANORMAL Festival: Today’s Screenplay Deadline

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Submit your screenplay that’s a paranormal genre and/or plot line to the festival.

Submit on the submission page: https://fantasyscififestival.com/paranormal-screenplay-festival/

A paranormal story is a work of fiction that explores phenomena and beings that are beyond the scope of scientific understanding. They include elements like ghosts, vampires, werewolves, witches, and other entities that cannot be explained by the laws of nature. They can be set in the real world, but generally include elements that defy scientific explanation.

FULL FEEDBACK on your screenplay from our committee of professional screenwriters, production heads, and script consultants. Get your entire script performed at the writing festival.

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Submissions take 3-5 weeks for evaluation. Looking for screenplays from all over the world.

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)

1st Tier: FULL FEEDBACK on your screenplay (all submissions)

2nd Tier: Accepted scripts (25% on average of submitted entries) get a best scene of their screenplay performed by professional actors and made into a promotional video.

3rd Tier: We will send you a list of questions to answer for our blog interview that will promote you and your film.

4th Tier: Then we will set up a podcast interview on our popular ITunes show where will we will promote the winning writer and script.

(BONUS: 5th Tier. A winning screenwriter’s WhatsApp group has just been formed. Over 50 writers to date. Great way to share ideas and contacts with people in the industry.)

ROMANCE/RELATIONSHIPS Festival: Today’s Screenplay Festival

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Deadline Today. Submit on the screenplay submission page: https://festivalforromance.com/

FULL FEEDBACK on your screenplay from our committee of Professional Screenwriters, Production Heads and Script Consultants. Get your entire script performed at the writing festival. SUBMIT your FEATURE, TV or SHORT SCREENPLAY.

Submissions take 3-5 weeks for evaluation. Looking for screenplays from all over the world.

Why this is the #1 Screenplay Festival and Contest in the World today!

– 0ffers screenwriters at all levels the fantastic opportunity to hear their scripts read aloud using TOP PROFESSIONAL ACTORS and showcased online for 1000s to see.

– Now showcasing 5x more winners than in the past. At least 1 romance screenplay winner a month.

– This network currently averages over 90,000 unique visitors a day and growing.

COMEDY Film & Screenplay Festival: Today’s Screenplay Deadline

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Submit on the submission page: https://festivalforcomedy.com/comedy-screenplay-festival-contest/

COMEDY Writings and Films showcased in 2023:
58 – Screenplays Performed
8 – Novels/Stories Performed
37 – Films Showcased at Festival
(Scroll down and watch winning performance videos)

Get your script and story performed by professional actors at the Comedy Festival.

The #1 Comedy Festival and Contest in the World today!

– 0ffers screenwriters, novelists and storytellers at all levels the fantastic opportunity to hear their stories read aloud using TOP PROFESSIONAL ACTORS (see below for recent performance readings).

– Offers filmmakers to get their works showcased at the FEEDBACK Film Festival. Then the filmmaker will receive and audience reaction video on their film (see below for recent film festival videos)

– One of the best places in the world for the writers to sell their script and/or obtain and agent.

– No matter what happens, you will receive full feedback on your work by our established committee. No other place in the world will you get coverage for the price you pay.

– Even if you’re just looking for feedback of your work, this is the festival for you.

– It’s there for all to see. The proof is in the viewership. These videos garner 1000s of views online. Some of the screenplay readings are more popular than actual studio films made!

– We specialize in showcasing Comedy stories and making sure that when the work is ready, the writer will benefit by at least obtaining a solid agent.

Screenwriter Pamela Green (THAT SAME ROAD)

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Get to know the writer:

1. What is your screenplay about?

My screenplay is a testimony about some things that my dad went through in his life and how God brought him out and also about a promise that God made to my dad years ago that a movie would be made of his life one day and that it would be used to warn the world about the mark of the beast in the forehead.

2. What genres does your screenplay fall under?

My screenplay falls under the genre of drama.

3. Why should this screenplay be made into a movie?

It depicts God’s faithfulness in times of trouble, and that God has a plan to warn people before impending doom strikes.

4. How would you describe this script in two words?

Fascinating and encouraging

5. What movie have you seen the most times in your life?

Mulan

6. How long have you been working on this screenplay?

I have been working on this screenplay off and on for nearly sixteen years.

7. How many stories have you written?

So far, I have written two full screenplays and one partial screenplay.

8. What is your favorite song? (Or, what song have you listened to the most times in your life?)

I love the song “Eye of the Tiger”.

9. What obstacles did you face to finish this screenplay?

For several years, when I would send in this script to WILDsound, I would be told that it was too long. So, finally, I reduced the contents of the story to 120 pages.

10. Apart from writing, what else are you passionate about?

I love to learn about history and love to encourage people. I also love to tell people that Jesus died for them and that He was buried and rose from the grave for them so that they can go to Heaven and have everlasting life if they believe on Him.

11. You entered your screenplay via FilmFreeway. What has been your experiences working with the submission platform site?

My experience working with FilmFreeway has been pretty smooth and simple.

12. What influenced you to enter the festival? What were your feelings on the initial feedback you received?

I entered this script into the festival after entering my first script, Gates of Hell in it, and then it being accepted and read online.But I fist learned of WILDsound after having a dream one night of someone holding my script while seated behind a desk and George Clooney was seated beside the desk. Then I pressed like on George Clooney’s social media page and began to receive advertisements about the WILDsound Film Festival,. I was pretty pleased with my initial feedback from WILDsound.