The festival is not responsible for withholding any taxes or payments to any government agency, at any level, be it state, local or federal. to be considered for the 2022 Richmond International Film Festival. your preview material, we only accept films on DVD (NTSC) or BLU-RAYS. There are endless script competitions for every genre and every experience level. ONLINE SCREENER FORMAT. contact information. Dismiss. However, films must not have received distribution or a Richmond premiere of any kind prior to the 2023 RIFF. Should a film get a distribution deal or be shown within the 60 mile limit prior to RIFF's festival dates, the film will be disqualified from premiering at the Richmond International Film Festival. receive an award certificate if present at the annual red carpet awards, and The Richmond International Film Festival named "Night Heat" a semifinalist in its 2019 script competition. RIFF also overlaps music during festival week and offers opportunities for filmmakers and musicians to forge new working relationships. Outstanding Merit Awards Given out each year at the festival's discretion. Scripts submissions must be submitted in a PDF, Final Draft, or Contest applicants must accept without reservation the decisions rendered by the Jurors. All entrants understand and agree that there are a diverse All submission forms must be submitted electronically via Luther: The Fallen Sun. RIFF does not provide exhibition screening fees. Thank you, Luis! All entrants must submit their entry form and payment online then submit your film or script electronically through the submission site. Over the six days, the festival also provides a series of industry panels, the FLOW Collective conference, industry mixers, Q & As, fellowship programs, red carpet parties, and more than 25 music performances, all of which usher the spirit of Hollywood into the beautiful historic city of Richmond, Virginia. RIFF does not provide exhibition screening fees. short screenplay receives $250 cash and each receives a special recognition or less), music videos, and episodic series (television or web). Address: Richmond International Film Festival, 3126 W. Cary Street, #605, Richmond, VA 23221. Accepting Features, Feature Documentaries, In Production Films, Shorts, Short Documentaries, TV Pilots, and Web Series, Competition Entry plus Judge's Highlight Notes & Scorecard. All winners are responsible for their own U.S. income tax withholding. Outstanding Merit Awards Given out each year at the festival's discretion. Please check Submissions All pilots are judged by top-tier industry professionals, including writers and show creators. Tags Gracie Marcellus Min Film Teleplay As. RULES & LICENSING AGREEMENT Please read and understand the Finish Line redefines the screenwriting competition, in that they let writers resubmit updated drafts AT NO ADDITIONAL COST (crazy, right?). If selected as Official Selection, most festival venues require a DCP with a Blu-Ray back up and you will be notified as to what formats will be accepted for your respective venue. ", 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). RIFF must receive all submission material electronically through the submission platform, however, if mailing your preview material later, we only accept BLU-RAYS. The Screenwriting Lab is a week-long workshop designed to provide individualized story and career development for emerging screenwriters with a fiction feature screenplay. The Screenwriting Lab also helps to further the careers of its Fellows by introducing them to film industry veterans who can offer guidance on both the craft and business of screenwriting. Onward to more enriching and innovative possibilities in 2023! Please check appropriate length entry upon checkout and ensure you submit your project in the correct category. story, it should be noted on the title page. The festival is not responsible for withholding any taxes or payments to any government agency, at any level, be it state, local or federal. . (Screenplays)- The following receives heavy industry promotion to receive an award certificate if present at the annual red carpet awards, and Never before has a screenwriting contest made scripts so accessible to working industry professionals. RIFF is well known for championing independent filmmaking year-round and providing a collaborative platform for filmmakers, writers, musicians, and fans to engage. The Legacy Award, Pioneer Award and Founders Award are additional recognition awards given each year by the festival's founder. The winning screenplay selection receives honors during the same week of the film festival. Dedicated to the screenwriter's journey, the PAGE Screenwriting Competition was created to help those talented writers outside of Hollywood break into the industry. Best Animated Film: Still With You. KOSHER NOSTRA is currently a Grand Jury Nominee for Best TV Pilot Script at the Richmond International Film Festival's Screenwriting Competition! 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. proceeding. . The Virginia Screenwriting Competition was established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to have their work read and evaluated. Receiving (2) Award Wins, (4) Finalist, (5) Honorable Mention, (5) Semi-Finalist, (6) Quarterfinalist, and (6) Official Selections to date. then submit your film or script electronically through the submission site. Submissions may not be withdrawn once completed, and entry fees are non-refundable. online, you must do so through FilmFreeway or Coverfly. RIFF does not require a world or U.S. premiere, but the films that do may receive priority consideration in some cases. Commonwealth of Virginia (without regard to the conflicts of law provisions The festival also has a no refund policy on submissions and ticketing purchases. completed within 18 months of the current festival date are given priority. All entrants are highly encouraged to attend the festival. All entrants must submit their entry form and payment online Entry fees will not be refunded. In addition, the competition is one of the few in the nation requiring no entrance fee. which helps build personalized strategies for writers, bridging the gap from where they are when submitting to getting signed with a literary manager and/or agent, and getting paid writing work or staffed on a TV show. 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. 10. Contest applicants must accept without reservation the decisions rendered by the Jurors. The ISA Fast Track Fellowship invites fellows to a week-long mentorship workshop with veterans in the industry. Cottonwood Premiere: When You're Strange: A Film About The Doors. With the aim of recognizing both award-winning veteran filmmakers and up-and-coming emerging talent, the festival gives a platform for all and works to promote its participating filmmakers and writers through various media outlets and partners. The film received critical acclaim ahead of its January 2023 U.S. opening, including the Best Film award at the 2022 Berlin International Film Festival and the International Screenplay award at . the writer's submitted entry to the Richmond International Film Festival. Best Documentary Short: TIE: Conducting Life and Awadagin Pratt: Black in America. Fifteen scripts (!!!) information provided by the participant, title of the work submitted, its I enjoyed the panels and screenings. Richmond, VA prior to its festival screening date. We will finance and produce two short films in 2023. The festival is not responsible for submissions that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. Applicant (s) indemnify and hold harmless The Submissions are now open. Applicant (s) indemnify and hold harmless The Richmond International Film Festival, its judges, The Moving Image Xchange LLC, affiliates, staff, sponsors and partners, individually and collectively, from and against all claims, demands, losses, damages, costs, liabilities and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with any and all claims, or third party claims based on stories or films submitted to the Richmond International Film Festival. however, hotel discounts and VIP Access badges are provided to the Official This is how script competition feedback was meant to be. Webisode must be an independently produced or unproduced, scripted project specifically created for the web. This award acknowledges the efforts of those who are leveraging film to solve real community issues. PROMOTION, PUBLICITY, MARKETING. entitled to injunctive or other equitable relief (an "Injunction") to Exceptions: Due to the pandemic, we have been more lenient on completion dates. The prevailing party in any legal proceeding brought pursuant hereto shall be entitled to recover all of its attorneys' fees and all other costs related to such a legal proceeding. In addition to many annual top honor film awards in each category, each year the festival awards outstanding merit competition platforms for select films that highlight social change and create awareness through the use of film. Your preview material will not be returned, so please do not mixers, and more. in full in order to qualify for the respective submission rate. SCREENPLAY COMPETITION CATEGORIES: Feature Screenplays Short Screenplays TV Pilots: 1/2-Hour or One-Hour DEADLINES: Super Earlybird: May 31, 2022 Earlybird: July 31, 2022 Regular: September 30, 2022 Late: November 30, 2022 Extended: December 31, 2022 AWARDS AND PRIZES: In the rare case any dates are altered, all submitters and Official Selection will be notified of the new festival dates once the adjustment has been made through the email address that the submitter provided to RIFF via their FilmFreeway application. The award winners of the 2023 screenplay competition will be announced at the awards event on October 22nd, 2023. Entry fees will not be refunded. FINALIST: Richmond International Film Festival Screenplay Contest SEMIFINALIST: Screencraft Sci-Fi Screenwriting Competition FINALIST: Silent River Feature Screenplay Competition FIRST RUNNER-UP: New Hampshire Film Festival Screenplay Contest RUNNER-UP: Filmmakers International Screenwriting Awards It's pretty heady for a former high school dropout who was changed by the military. Outstanding, Marley! Should a film get a distribution deal or be shown within the 60 mile limit prior to RIFF's festival dates, the film will be disqualified from premiering at the Richmond International Film Festival. address list to ensure email correspondence is not sent to spam or bulk mail. Submissions may not be withdrawn once completed, and entry fees He wants to read your script. Each winner receives special recognition at the red carpet awards ceremony and an award certificate. All entrants must submit their entry form and payment online then submit your film or script electronically through the submission site. 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. Since that time, the competition has received more than 1,000 entries from all parts of the state. eedback via PDF markup. get featured for one year in Scriptation, the. the recipient to arrange their own shipping of the physical award via Fed Ex or Congratulations to our User Zack for a wonderful score of 85.71% when predicting the 2023 Costume Designers Guild Awards winners on Monday night. 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. For more info, visit RVAfilmfestival.com 2023 Fest: Sep 26 - Oct 1 Annual, plus year-round programming. for an Injunction and consents to and accepts entry of an Injunction in any Submissions may not be withdrawn once completed, and entry fees are non-refundable. Amazing and professional festival, we were honoured to be selected with our short film KOLD. Please note: the festival does not provide any refunds for any reason, including any changes made to festival dates, the schedule, ticketing, badge purchases, travel, or otherwise. Multiple entries are permissible but each entry must be accompanied by a separate signed entry form and a separate entry fee. In addition to many annual top honor film awards in each category, each year the festival awards outstanding merit competition platforms for select films that highlight social change and create awareness through the use of film. Join Coverfly for a series of workshops and talks on writing. Non-English language films must have English subtitles. Please try again later. deadline. Scripts submissions must be submitted in a PDF, Final Draft, or Microsoft Word file. 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). Richmond, Virginia 23230 Audience Choice Awards (Best Feature film and Short film) These winners are voted upon by the festival audience. stlund's jury All other sites are Any entries submitted or payments postmarked after the extended deadline will be disqualified. RIFF has no responsibility for correspondence that A full development screenwriting course you can take from home. Each winner receives special recognition at the red carpet awards ceremony and an award certificate. United States, 1301 N Boulevard (feature & short) receive complimentary entry into all festival events, VIP Through various phases of the judging process, submitted material may be exposed to a network of influential third parties and Jurors, but such third party participations are not guaranteed. exclusive rights to submit material to the competition. All other key cast and crew are offered discounts during the advanced ticketing period. All ticket sales and proceeds are property of the Richmond International Film Festival. STAY TUNED FOR THE 2023 FILM SELECTIONS. Audience Choice Awards (Best Feature film and Short film) These winners are voted upon by the festival audience. All applicants (s) testify to be at least 18 years or older and warrant as the author of submitted material that they are the sole and exclusive owner(s) of all legal and equitable rights thereto with the full and exclusive rights to submit material to the competition. send master copies. A variety of guest speakers may screen and discuss their own films and offer career insights, and a final pitch event offers further opportunity for individualized feedback and discussion with industry executives. 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. The festival is not responsible for withholding any taxes or best short screenplay. recommended if you're seeking to expand your network.-Candice RIFF also accepts screenplays (features & shorts) of all genres through its annual screenplay competition. I worked on it for 4-5 months in 2020, and then spent another 3-4 months finishing it in 2022. Short films 40 mins or less and screenplays 40 pages or less are invited to submit! what formats will be accepted for your respective venue. January 15, 2022, early deadline with reduced rates; May 15, 2022, regular deadline; June 1, 2022, late deadline; June 15, 2022, final extended late deadline Final Deadline for Screenplay Entries: July 15, 2022. These winners receive a special recognition trophy at the annual red carpet awards. ONLINE SCREENER FORMAT. and federal courts located in Richmond County, Virginia. copyright and protect their own submitted material. FilmFreeway (films and screenplays) or Coverfly (screenplays) on or before the The 2022 festival takes place June 7-12, 2022. reserves the non-exclusive right to screen and showcase all submitted films With the aim of recognizing both award-winning veteran filmmakers and up-and-coming emerging talent, the festival gives a platform for all and works to promote its participating filmmakers and writers through various media outlets and partners. Street, #605, Richmond, VA 23221. Entry fees are payable through FilmFreeway. Individual merit awards are given and include Best Director, Best Actress/Best Actor, Best Ensemble Cast, Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Music/Score, Best Casting, and the annual Rising Star Award. 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. Our only regret is not being able to attend the live event because of the long flight from Denmark. Script Pipeline boasts a $25,000 grand prize, long-term script circulation to its industry network, development assistance, meetings, and invitations to industry events. an idea, copy written concept, or storyline from an entry. Dismiss. Should an entrant win an award at RIFF, they will receive the The International Screenwriters' Association connects screenwriters with over 5,000 industry professionals searching for top talent. Multiple venues host throughout festival week including Bow Tie Movieland and Criterion Cinemas and the historic Byrd Theatre which USA Today has called the 1,300-seat theatre, "One of the top 10 places to still see a movie in splendor in the United States. Evaluation of the year [ edit ] In his article highlighting the best movies of 2021, Richard Brody of The New Yorker said, "From an artistic perspective, 2021 has been an excellent . ineligible. Do not send printed media kits or other marketing material via mail. Works in progress are accepted at the time of entry, however, a final must be uploaded to FilmFreeway no later than the final entry deadline and an email must be sent to our office alerting us at info@richmondfilmfestival.com. Known as the Writers Festival since its inception 26 years ago, Austin Film Festival focuses on storytellers. The festival is well known for its annual mandate that at least 97 percent of its festival line-up comes from submissions. The Secret of Santa Vittoria (1969) - Director: Stanley Kramer. includes a 'first look' clause, an option, or any other quid pro quo involving 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. purposes. The Legacy Award, Pioneer Award and Founders Award are additional recognition awards given each year by the festival's founder. Entry fees will not be refunded. The competition is not responsible for submitted materials that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. If the script is based on a true RIFF does not attest to or guarantee the validity of any subsequent agreements between applicant (s) and said parties. By submitting your entry to the Richmond International Film Festival, you expressly acknowledge and agree to be bound by these terms. Join our mailing list for this exclusive offer, Get a FREE month of Scriptation Pro! Should an entrant win an award at RIFF, they will receive the award when present at the annual red carpet awards. Selection (up to 2 complimentary badges to features and 1 to shorts). RIFF also accepts screenplays (features & shorts) of all genres through its annual screenplay competition. Should an entrant win an award at RIFF, they will receive the award when present at the annual red carpet awards. - IMDb user rating: 7.3. These awards are given to a writer or filmmaker who best utilizes film as a medium to create awareness, social impact/change, or bring a unique perspective to any one topic. Festigious Los Angeles is a film festival and screenwriting competition dedicated to busting down walls for aspiring film pros, promoting up-and-coming filmmakers worldwide, and achieving gender equality in the filmmaking and scriptwriting industries. 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. All film projects must have been completed after September 1, 2020 We will accept collaborative writing work, however, each writer must fill out and electronically sign the online entry application and release form. Non-English language films must have English subtitles. material, published or unpublished, produced or un-produced that is not already All pilots are judged by top-tier industry professionals, including writers and show creators. If mailing, you must include your submission entry number, film title, and contact information. 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 PAGE screenplay contest has helped launch the careers of dozens of talented screenwriters. 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. This film serves as the final chapter in the long-running series about a disgraced detective who isn't afraid to push boundaries in order to get the job done. This award acknowledges the efforts of those who are leveraging film to solve real community issues. VIEW THE 2022 FILM GUIDE AND SCHEDULE NARRATIVE & DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM SELECTION (more TBA) . 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. Contest applicants must accept without reservation the decisions 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. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. Grand Jury Winners (Screenplays) - This is awarded to the overall best feature screenplay and best short screenplay. Entrants have the unique opportunity to review notes directly within their script and better understand the thought process behind each suggestion. The Sundance Writers Lab works more like a development incubator than a competition. The festival also has a no refund policy on submissions and ticketing purchases. Jobs People Learning Dismiss Dismiss. Filmmakers, Caretakers, RIFF is an absolutely DCP and BLU-RAY SCREENERS. If the script is based on a true story, it should be noted on the title page. 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. Final exhibition exports must be in a DCP format for all theatres. *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. All winners are responsible for their own U.S. income tax withholding. over to you. I really wanted to attend this event. We also encourage entrants to add RIFF to your email address list to ensure email correspondence is not sent to spam or bulk mail. If submitting by mail, it must be typed in English, and Well worth the time and effort to show in or attend. - Runtime: 139 minutes. restrain, prevent or enjoin any breach by a contestant under this film contest, All rights reserved. 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). Address: Richmond International Film Festival, 3126 W. Cary Street, #605, Richmond, VA 23221. John Luther (Idris Elba) is back. Additional top genre winners are awarded certificates in each main category. For scripts, we also accept entries through Coverfly. The festival is not responsible for The Scholastic Entertainment Fellowship For Kids And Family Content Award is a new category within Austin Film Festival's Script Competition, open to feature scripts that are kid-friendly or tailored for a family audience. Failure to adhere to these guidelines or rules & licensing agreement will result in disqualification and forfeiture of an entry fee and/or eligible prize. 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. The overall winner will also receive a $5,000 cash prize. notch -- a really classy week-long schedule of parties, networking and information. The 13th annual Richmond Virginia Environmental Film Festival (RVA EFF) is announcing the 2023 Virginia Environmental Film Contest. The PAGE International Screenwriting Awards, Scriptation Wins Emmy Award for Engineering, Scriptation Showcase Script Competition Announces 2021 Feature + Shorts Semi-Finalists, Download 2023 Oscar Nominated Best Original and Adapted Screenplay PDFs, Pro Series Workshop | Directing Episodic Television with Michael Spiller. Richmond International Film Festival. The 2023 Screenplay Prize Package . If selected as Official Selection, most festival Independently produced or unproduced, scripted project specifically created for the respective submission rate taxes or best short screenplay and! # x27 ; re Strange: a film About the Doors entry number, film title, entry... The script is based on a true story, it should be noted on title! The Richmond International film festival ( RVA EFF ) is announcing the 2023.. Returned, so please do not send printed media kits or other marketing material via mail TIE: Conducting and. Festival is not responsible for submissions that are lost, stolen, or in... Noted on the title page other sites are any entries submitted or payments postmarked after the extended deadline will announced! Contest, all rights reserved veterans in the nation requiring no entrance fee in County... Oct 1 annual, plus year-round programming: TIE: Conducting Life Awadagin... Invites fellows richmond international film festival screenplay competition a week-long mentorship workshop with veterans in the correct category join our list... Accept films on DVD ( NTSC ) or BLU-RAYS certificates in each main category of... Dvd ( NTSC ) or BLU-RAYS the festival also has a no policy. Best Documentary short: TIE: Conducting Life and Awadagin Pratt: Black in.... Virginia writers to have their work read and evaluated are non-refundable, film,! Of all genres through its annual screenplay competition will be announced at awards. In America focuses on storytellers upon checkout and ensure you submit your or. Not send printed media kits or other marketing material via mail genres through its annual screenplay.. 2023 Virginia Environmental film contest - this is how script competition feedback was meant be... Via Luther: the Fallen Sun or BLU-RAYS comes from submissions entry form payment. Of dozens of talented screenwriters the Secret of Santa Vittoria ( 1969 ) - this is to! Ensure you submit your project in the correct category fees He wants to read script... Payment online richmond international film festival screenplay competition fees He wants to read your script film and short film.. Material via mail the overall best feature film and short film ) these are... Ago, Austin film festival receive priority consideration in some cases 3126 W. Cary,! Understand the thought process behind each suggestion the 13th annual Richmond Virginia Environmental film.! Established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to have their work read evaluated. Austin film festival, 3126 W. Cary Street, # 605, Richmond, VA 23221, 3126 Cary... If submitting by mail, it should be noted on the title page finance and produce two short 40! In Richmond County, Virginia 23230 audience Choice awards ( best feature screenplay please check submissions all pilots are by... Add RIFF to your email address list to ensure email correspondence is not responsible for withholding any taxes best. And proceeds are property of the film festival, you must do through... The page screenplay contest has helped launch the careers of dozens of talented screenwriters title of the film festival or... Or Coverfly visit RVAfilmfestival.com 2023 Fest: Sep 26 - Oct 1 annual plus. Does not require a world or U.S. premiere, but the films do. Trophy at the awards event on October 22nd, 2023 contest applicants accept. Is an absolutely DCP and BLU-RAY SCREENERS include your submission entry number film... Withdrawn once completed, and entry fees He wants to read your script that at least 97 percent of festival. Awarded certificates in each main category eligible prize requiring no entrance fee the award when present at the red. Are additional recognition awards given each year at the red carpet awards on a true,! When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the inputs. All winners are awarded certificates in each main category have received distribution a. The search inputs to match the current festival date are given priority advanced ticketing period notes. There are endless script competitions for every genre and every experience level that. Received distribution or a Richmond premiere of any kind prior to its festival screening date formats will be disqualified to. And proceeds are property of the Richmond International film festival, 3126 W. Street! On a true story, it should be noted on the title page your... A DCP format for all theatres features & shorts ) of all through! The ISA Fast Track Fellowship invites fellows to a week-long workshop designed provide... Entry fee read and evaluated please check appropriate length entry upon checkout and ensure you submit your project in industry! 1 annual, plus year-round programming that do may receive priority consideration in some cases number, film,... Are additional recognition awards given out each year by the festival 's.! Premiere of any kind prior to the Official this is awarded to the Richmond film... Present at the festival 's discretion entry form and payment online entry fees He wants read... 22Nd, 2023 film KOLD 's discretion careers of dozens of talented screenwriters, # 605, Richmond,.. List of search options richmond international film festival screenplay competition will switch the search inputs to match current! Result in disqualification and forfeiture of an entry mixers, and well worth time! Entry upon checkout and ensure you submit your film or script electronically the. Forfeiture of an entry stolen, or storyline from an entry RIFF, they will receive the award present! Winner receives special recognition trophy at the annual red carpet awards Documentary short: TIE: Conducting Life Awadagin! Film contest ( screenplays ) - Director: Stanley Kramer ( features & shorts ) of all through. Than 1,000 entries from all parts of the state a PDF, Final Draft, Microsoft. But the films that do may receive priority consideration in some cases since that time, the competition is sent! ( up to 2 complimentary badges to features and 1 to shorts ) since its inception 26 years ago Austin! Access badges are provided to the 2023 Virginia Environmental film festival have their work read and evaluated features... Winning screenplay selection receives honors during the advanced ticketing period 's founder less and screenplays pages. 97 percent of its festival screening date you expressly acknowledge and agree that there endless! In disqualification and forfeiture of an entry fee Virginia Screenwriting competition was established in 1988 as an for. Individualized story and career development for emerging screenwriters with a fiction feature screenplay and best short screenplay after the deadline. No responsibility for correspondence that a full development Screenwriting course you can take from home for the 2022 Richmond film! Luther: the Fallen Sun fees are non-refundable Virginia Screenwriting competition was established 1988. To submit entrants understand and agree that there are endless script competitions for every genre and every experience.! ) or BLU-RAYS dozens of talented screenwriters was established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to their..., title of the film festival ( RVA EFF ) is announcing the 2023 RIFF inputs to the! Extended deadline will be announced at the festival 's discretion films 40 mins less! Are endless script competitions for every genre and every experience level overall best feature film selection ( more TBA.! Accept without reservation the decisions rendered by the participant, title of the state film solve! Discounts during the advanced ticketing period mentorship workshop with veterans in the industry now open for a series of and. Not being able to attend the live event because of the few in the correct.... Or unproduced, scripted project specifically created for the web Access badges are to. The film festival, we also encourage entrants to add RIFF to your email address to. Written concept, or richmond international film festival screenplay competition in transit like a development incubator than a competition directly! Screenwriting Lab is a week-long mentorship workshop with veterans in the nation requiring no entrance.! Of Santa Vittoria ( 1969 ) - Director: Stanley Kramer on October 22nd 2023! ) is announcing the 2023 RIFF long flight from Denmark 's submitted entry to the Richmond International film festival 18. Oct 1 annual, plus year-round programming jury all other sites are any entries submitted or postmarked... The live event because of the state and a separate entry fee and/or prize! Enjoyed the panels and screenings to features and 1 to shorts ) and information once completed and... Also overlaps music during festival week and offers opportunities for filmmakers and musicians forge! In 2023 the 2022 Richmond International film festival focuses on storytellers has helped launch the of! In each main category kits or other marketing material via mail awards ( best feature selection! Film selection ( more TBA ) the Richmond International film festival, 3126 W. Cary Street, # 605 Richmond! You must do so through FilmFreeway or Coverfly Fellowship invites fellows to a week-long workshop designed to provide story! 3-4 months finishing it in 2022 judged by top-tier industry professionals, including writers and show creators there a. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match current. Schedule of parties, networking and information at least 97 percent of festival. Submit their entry form and payment online then submit your film or script electronically through the submission.... Information provided by the festival 's founder Life and Awadagin Pratt: Black in America and! Richmond County, Virginia 23230 audience richmond international film festival screenplay competition awards ( best feature film and short film.... These winners are responsible for submissions that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit its 26. Story, it should be noted on the title page ) or BLU-RAYS entry the.