Presents
5th ANNUAL ARIZONA SCREENPLAY CHALLENGE

SEEKING FEATURE LENGTH SCRIPTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Our Goal: To discover the best un-produced screenplays by talented writers and present their work to LEADING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS.

Production/Management Companies reviewing winning screenplays:

LIONSGATE FILMS – The premier independent producer and distributor synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment. (CRASH, MILLION DOLLAR BABY, and more…)

 

JARET ENTERTAINMENT – Founded by Seth Jaret, this literary management and production company represents screenwriters, directors and authors, and will review your material for possible representation. Jaret represents the writers of SHE’S THE MAN, LEGALLY BLONDE, ELLA ENCHANTED, 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU, ROUNDERS and CAMILLE; and the directors of THE WEDDING DATE, KNOCKAROUND GUYS, HOW TO DEAL, UP FOR GRABS and AKA. Seth Jaret joins our Final Judging Panel.

ENERGY ENTERTAINMENT – A management/production company launched in 2001 by Brooklyn Weaver, managing writers and actors and has turned out an impressive 70+ feature film and television deals. Adam Marshall, previously with Brillstein Grey and overseeing Energy’s second movie, PROM, joins our Final Judging Panel.

Click here for 2007 Screenplay Winners

Click here for 2007 Screenplay Semifinalists

Click here for 2007 Screenplay Quarterfinalists

Announcements	Dates
Quarter Finalists	02/13/07
Semi-Finalists	02/20/07
Winners Announced!!	03/22/07

The Prizes
First Place: $1,000 Cash, Script read by Leading Hollywood Management & Development Companies, Feedback by an Industry Professional including but not limited to, a WGA west writer and/or Producer, a Comprehensive Script Critique by an Industry Professional, Final Draft Software, subscription to Script magazine, listing on Inktip.com and Phoenix Film Festival websites, two VIP Passes to the 2007 Phoenix Film Festival (accommodation and air fare not included).

Second Place: Script read by Leading Hollywood Management & Development Companies, Feedback by an Industry Professional including but not limited to, a WGA west writer and/or Industry Producer, Final Draft Software, subscription to Script magazine, listing on Inktip.com and Phoenix Film Festival websites, two VIP Passes to the 2007 Phoenix Film Festival (accommodations and air fare not included).

Third Place: Script read by Leading Hollywood Management & Development Companies, listing on the Phoenix Film Festival website, an all VIP Pass to the 2006 Phoenix Film Festival (accommodations and air fare not included).

FAQs

Q: Does my Screenplay have to fit within a specific genre or budget?
A: No. All genres and budgets are welcome. Screenplays are not judged on genre or budget.

Q: Can I enter more than one screenplay in the competition?
A: Yes. There is no limit to the number of screenplays that you may enter. You must, however, complete a separate entry form and release form for each screenplay and submit them with the required entry fee.

Q: Do I get a discount if I enter more than one screenplay?
A: No. A full entry fee is applicable for each screenplay submission due to our costs to process each and every script.

Q: How does the judging process work?
A: Every screenplay is read and scored in areas including but not limited to characters, setting, dialogue, tone, plot/premise and cinematic potential. Each screenplay is evaluated at least twice. The scores are then averaged to arrive at a final score for each screenplay. The screenplays with the 10 highest scores advance to the finals.

Q: Who does the judging?
A: All screenplays are read and scored by experienced readers. Every screenplay that makes the finals will then be read and scored again, with feedback by a panel of industry experts, including but not limited to WGA west members and Industry Producers.

Q: Because there are two categories, does that mean there are two First, Second and Third Prize Winners and Prize Packages?
Yes! The screenplays with the highest scores in each category will be announced as our first place winners and each will receive a complete First Place Winners Package, the screenplays with the second highest scores in each category will be announced as our second place winners and each will receive a complete Second Place Winners Package and screenplays the third highest scores in each category will be announced as our third place winner and each will receive a complete Third Place Winners Package.

Q: How will winners be notified?
A: All participants will be notified of the results via email. The top Three Prize Winners in each category will be contacted via email and telephone.

Q: How do I submit my Screenplay to the competition?

For Electronic Submissions go to www.withoutabox.com

For Hardcopy Submissions go to www.phxfilm.com

To request a submission form by mail: Send a self addressed stamped envelope to: Phoenix Film Festival, 2833 N Central Ave #211, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

Q: Can I enter a screenplay if I live outside of the United States?
A: Yes. International screenplay submissions are welcomed. All submissions must be written in English and must be accompanied by a money order payable in U.S. dollars for the entry fee or credit card information for payment.

Q: Can I still enter my screenplay if I have an agent?
A: Yes. Having an agent does not preclude you from entering the screenplay competition. There must, however, not be an option on the screenplay you enter at the time of entry and you must own the material outright.

Q: If I am a Winner, when can I expect my prizes to arrive?
A: Cash prizes, Final Draft Software, Script Magazine, should arrive approximately 4-8 weeks after the Festival concludes.

Q: Why should I register my Screenplay with the WGA, west?
A: To protect your creative endeavors. The registry has been aiding in the creation of legal evidence since 1927 and has been a vital instrument of the Guild’s service to writers. Click here for more information about online registration.

DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION? EMAIL US AT screenplay@cox.net and we will be happy to help.

2006 Inside Arizona Winners

First Place
Gabriel’s Horn (Sci-Fi Action Adventure)
Kobler, Randal

Second Place
The Airbiz (Comedy)
Thomas, Jeana

Third Place
The Etruscan Star (Adventure/Comedy)
Wayman, Yarrow

2006 Outside Arizona Winners

First Place
The Surrogate (Comedy)
Taylor, Amy

Second Place
Flying Tigers (Historical War)
Moore, Stan

Third Place
Viral (Thriller)
Kratter, Mark