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Ken, so far I have received two of the three prizes. I am still waiting to hear from Beachfront Productions, but I'm sure they are very busy, so I am willing to be patient. Jared Dunne has done a good job getting the other companies to contact me, so I'm pretty confident he will put me in touch with Beachfront Productions soon.
I will be sure to come back and leave a full review once I've received and used each of the prizes.
I'm not sure why I entered this contest. I think it was more on feeling -- a good one. Then I thought why not test the waters using Fresh Voices as a guinea pig to see where my script is at, and to see where I stand with the bigger contests. I don't think I need to look further upon participation. With what they have to offer, I don't see how I cannot look upon this contest as an end in itself.
As a category winner, I'm expecting big things. No guarantees, I realize, but I have no reason to doubt they will deliver on everything, especially when I got a personal call from the head of Attraction Entertainment letting me know of my win. I look forward to next year when I enter my new script, unless I happen to be a working writer by then.
Really, thank you Fresh Voices for distinguishing yourself from the mediocre and less-than-reputable contests.
Just won 1st place w/Fresh Voices contest in category of thriller. Still in running for grand prize. The title of my script is the original version, Incompossible, the version that A/Exposure "lost." To all who were or are in running for Fresh Voices, wish you all the best.
do these comments sound like plugs do anyone else.
So, it's March..have we heard anything back from the winners circle? Just curious.
Correction: Trevor Hedley.
The following advertisement by A/Exposure - WriteMovies was the original reason why I entertained rolling the dice with an unknown contest. My original write-up in Moviebytes mentioned key features of this and many other similar advertisements, chiefly that A/Exposure and WriteMovies outrageously touted names like Jerry Bruckheimer and Scott Rudin as resources for winners. Neither Producer or their affiliates has indicated any link or association with A/Exposure - WriteMovies now or ever. As of now, A/Exposure - WriteMovies wisely does not use these two titanic producers in their dubious marketing campaign. That they resorted to appropriating names of such stature and recognition as Bruckheimer and Rudin without permission or their knowledge should without question demonstrate their desperation and unconscionable intentions.
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WriteMovies NEW A/EXPOSURE JUNE 2011 Contest
WRITEMOVIES Monthly A/EXPOSURE Contest
get a chance to win the exposure your script deserves!
A/EXPOSURE JUNE 2011 CONTEST
contest is open - first 50 scripts qualify
1 winner: $500 + Exposure
Having trouble getting your script read by industry players?
Don't want to wait 4 months for results?
WINNER RECEIVES:
? $500 cash
? Your project will be presented to a few select producers we work with (Jerry Bruckheimer, Joel Silver, Scott Rudin etc.)
? Exposure of your project up front WriteMovies.com with visitors from all over the world
? Dedicated bio page and script listing in our past winners page
? Exposure in WriteMovies Newsletter to the industry sent to more than 700 producers, studio executives, agents.
? All entries, not only the winner's, considered for representation by TalentScout Management
A/EXPOSURE winner will be announced July 1st - 12:00am Pacific Time
-- A/Exposure - WriteMovies also guaranteed, at one point or another, representation by Talent Scout Management. The only Talent Scout Management I've discovered in a quick search revealed that it belongs to A/Exposure - WriteMovies. The others with same namesake has nothing to do with A/Exposure or WriteMovies.
-- Trevor Hadley has no digital footprint whatsoever. In fact, according to Google, only one Trevor Hadley exists in the US. Mr. Hadley also has never commented on MovieBytes before.
-- Annette Haller, the person to whom I originally and recently contacted, still criminally shies from responding to my emails.
Results were a day late, but otherwise it was a good experience. I had problems with FD, the file kept getting corrupted when I sent it over, but Lisa worked with me and resolved it. Very helpful.
This contest is very professional and the staff follows their word. Their feedback is GREAT and their staff is great. Top recommendation on this one!
Anyone now anything about when FADE IN are posting the first round of results?
My experience with Fresh Voices has been overwhelmingly positive.
First, when there was a problem with our entry fee payment, the coordinator Seth sent my partner and me a note letting us know. He was very patient with us as we worked out the issue.
Second, I'm glad we ponied up a bit extra for the feedback. That alone turned out to be worth the entry fee! It's patently obvious that whoever read our script approached their assigned duty with responsibility. Everything about their coverage was thoughtful and well-presented: The positive points were enthusiastically commended, and any criticisms made were both totally valid, and incredibly constructive in their presentation. It's VERY apparent that the reader took his or her job very seriously, and seized the opportunity to return a balanced, and very fair assessment of our entry.
In any case...Top-to-bottom, it's become very apparent to me that Fresh Voices is a contest that is conducted with integrity, care, and responsibility. I'd very much recommend them...and I'd be saying so even if we WEREN'T currently sitting pretty in the semi-final round!
I have entered 3 contests at MoviePoet.com. The reviews I received give me the opportunity to walk the shoes of a screenwriter. I'm in my experimental stages of writing shorts. The more I get on MoviePoet, the more I learn from professional screenwriters on the site. The good thing about MoviePoet is the reviews are free, and you don't have to pay anything to enter a contest. This is the best site that actually has readers to take the time out to read your scripts.
Paul...
Ever hear of anyone dropping through the cracks? It happens. There is a contest I entered last year that I entered three scripts in. I have only heard back on two, though the contest is long over, and the fact that they have refused to answer my e-mails. The winners of that contest seem quite happy in correspondence I've had with them. I can enter again or not.
As for A/Exposure, I waited until I received my first feedback before reporting. I thought about commenting sooner, but waited, just because I was pretty sure whatever I wrote would be challenged.
I would venture every writer on here has horror stories to tell about contests. I've got my list of complaints about fests and competitions that had malefic intention, those who took money and ran, and those whose readers were simply terrible.
Has it occurred to you that the vitriol here might be encouraging people to reply?
You have proof you entered. Great. Sort it out with them.
I have no complaints. The fact that you have unresolved matters of entry does not undo the good relationships others have built with the contest.
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Phillip,
You have selective memory and employ questionable logic, not to mention contradicting your own words.
1) I have tried to resolve this by email with A/Exposure. No one has responded. Why would they when they have not a leg to stand on?
2) Your logic is this: Because I, Phillip, have had a good experience with A/Exposure, that should be enough to overlook and forget the droves of people who were swindled (to one extent or another) by a criminal enterprise that gives away just enough crumbs so people like myself (meaning, you, Phillip) can rationalize A/Exposure as being legitimate.
3) Why are you responding? Why isn't the target of my accusations responding? If I accuse you of having sex with a gorilla, you ignore it. It's absurd. No need to dignify. If I attack your character, and accuse you of fraud, which would be a direct attack on your person, you have no choice but to defend yourself. And by doing so, it does not dignify the accusation, but dignifies the responder who wishes to clear himself of prevarications that, by its mere uttering, damages more than any fist or kick. That A/Exposure is a business entity in the public domain demands a response. Silence has done it more harm than even a flat out denial, which no one would really believe anyway.
4) You, Phillip, if indeed you are he, speaks to the exception. The exception is not relevant to these discussions. The issue is why is A/Exposure screwing people!? Not . . . is there anyone out there who didn't get screwed by A/Exposure?
5) Congratulations on your win! Who gives a shit? When you enter your script in the major contests and can swim with the best of them, then chirp your way back here. You defend an untenable business. By marrying yourself to these frauds, you diminish your own value. Have some self-respect.
Received feedback from a feature script submission. The fact that it "didn't pass muster" is completely irrelevant to me, honestly. The point of the complaint is the following- the READER/CRITIQUER made the following comment: "In terms of layout, you need to add scene numbers. This is vital for the reader to be able to give you detailed feedback, and to be taken seriously by agents and producers."
Obviously, this reader has no clue what he/she is talking about, rendering all of the mostly positive feedback useless as it lacks total credibility.
After attempting to contact Mr. Toffolo through the website, it was determined that the contact page is an unlisted URL. Fortunately for me, he was also a LinkedIN associate, and I contacted him with my complaint, requesting a refund. He thought five dollars was fair, and suggested I take it to "arbitration" otherwise. Nice.
For the record, everyone knows you DO NOT include scene numbers in a feature SPEC script. He should knows this, but supports the reader's comments.
In closing, while addressing my dissatisfaction with his service/contest, he felt it necessary to psychoanalyze me, stating that my showing displeasure "...shows that you're still in an emotional place and don't have perspective on what's happening."
Folks, there are much better contests and higher quality readers and CEO's out there. Contact me an I'll refer you to some. Don't waste your time on this fraud.
Actually, Paul, you are incorrect about recent winners not entering other contests beside A/Exposure. My script, which won A/Exposure in January, is in a series of other contests. Since I only finished this screenplay in November, the contest cycle I was able to enter will not be dishing out the next rounds of awards until May through August. But if you'd like to check my website (not all contests post results here), I'm sure you'll see this script listed in contests next to Irin and Marjory, if they're in the horror category.
Still waiting for a response to two emails. Still waiting for a refund. Still waiting for an answer to a thrown gauntlet challenging A/Exposure to rebut my irrefutable proof of my participation in their August 2011 monthly contest, which they moronically denied I entered. But where are the droves of all the people they have awarded? Why aren't they coming to A/Exposure's rescue? And why keep posting w/fictitious names? If they give such astounding feedback, I'd like to see an authenticated copy from a client. Post it, damn it. Show me a "no-brainer" of a feedback that some poor, desperate schlep would pay good money for.
Interestingly, none of those monthly contest winners have entered their scripts into the major ones. If they did, I would have seen their names next to mine, and Erin's, and Marjory's, and all the other regulars who frequent this site. Or did they enter and not make the cut? If so, so much for A/Exposure's assessment of a good script.
If I continue to participate in this preposterous discussion, it is only out of morbid curiosity to see what new lengths A/Exposure will exhaust to keep the water out of their sinking boat. Truly, desperation has no limits.
For those new to this string, read carefully the comments about A/Exposure before allowing yourself to be duped by a rapacious business that will resort to anything (even the unimaginable) to steal your money.
Author: Ali Case
Posted: 02/28/2012 04:06 PM
Two thumbs up!
Really cool folks.
Lisa helped me out a lot.
I had a mixed experience, but I am encouraged enough to enter a third time.
Professional, responsive, etc., etc. - all super!
I did have a curious result, though.
2010 - 2nd rewrite of 1st script made CWA semifinals! It also made finals of Golden Brads (yes, THAT Golden Brads!)
2011 - after two more UCLA classes and a personal consult, and 12 more rewrites, new version did not even make first cut, although same new version WON Golden Brads, beating out the script that won CWA. I chalk it up to luck of the draw on first readers, and will try once more this year.
So, after many days, far beyond what I would have thought reasonable for a response, someone by the name of Magnus Banks chimes in. (Btw, great name.) With no other comments to his credit, how can anyone take this person seriously? Clearly he is more a fiction of desperation and a creation of connivance than a genuine testimonial of rebuttal. When I Googled him, I got one hit. And I'm not even so sure it's relevant to the Magnus Banks who hiccuped his way into this discussion.
Enven if Magnus got $69 worth of "good" feedback, his brain should understand that it takes experience to know the difference between good and bad feedback. As he must be new to the game, if he exists at all, I cannot be convinced by the opinion of a "x," especially a neophyte "x."
Two thumbs up!
Got 6 pages of notes on my script for $69.
No brainer.
Enough with the cafe philosophy. I've read better on walls in public bathrooms. Buddha also said all desire leads to suffering. clearly that is not the case.
The detractors miss the point like Tantalus misses water. Why would any Hollywood entity be concerned about a person voicing displeasure at a dishonest Contest? The very nature of that dishonesty precludes a pacific solution, especially when the rogue contest does not return multiple emails? Especially when I have given irrefutable proof to rebut any claims they have made against me.
The detractors frame the issue in terms of burning bridges. Uh, in case you haven't noticed, anyone worth a damn in production or of similar stature wouldn't be concerned about this blog. But what is the point of this forum but to address pivotal issues such as the hordes of dishonest and parasitic contests that prey upon new and inexperienced writers (even the experienced writer)?
I would happily risk a potential handshake with an industry insider for the gratification of exposing fraud. But if you wish to whore yourself by brushing criminal deeds under a filthy rug, that is your choice.
Stephen,
We have no idea if anybody is being honest with their posts. Â That's what so great about the Internet.
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Richard makes an excellent point. Do you think an agent, producer, or director wants to work with a complainer?  Hell no.  They will remember your name, pass it around town and tag you as a troublemaker. So, please, if you feel a reader hasn't done his/her job, request another reader. Work it out privately. That is, if you are serious about getting your foot in the door.
Peace out.
Those who are free from resentful thoughts surely find peace." - Buddha.
Paul, people call me Chris.
Richard, I applaud your editorial. Your magnanimity is as clear as a congressional debate. If I alienate Hollywood by pointing out the fraudulence of a screenplay contest, so be it. But your words could easily constitute Act 2. Maybe together, we'll be able to complete this farce into a feature. I will bow to you to take lead. Interesting, however, that you read everything in this string but failed to address my evidence against A/Exposure's claim of never having heard of me or of having any record of my participation in their August contest. Very selective of you.
Despite the above, I will take your parting advice to heart as it seems to have that ring of truism one hears now and then. For that, I thank you.
Sorry -- didn't mean to post this twice! :)
Paul --
I posted here today because my screenplay is now moving on to the next phase in the development process of this contest, and I was excited to mention it.
When I got here I began reading some of the other comments, and noticed that you had written a book's worth of them. I cannot speak to your personal experiences or frustrations, but please do not imply that I was "hired" to post here as a means of suppressing what you have to say. You have an overly high opinion of yourself to suppose that.
I repeat my earlier observation -- if all of your vitriolic comments on this page are displayed together, as I just did, they approach the word count that would go into the first act of a tight -- perhaps award-winning -- screenplay. Put your effort into something creative like that, and move on.
Keep in mind -- what you post here is read by a lot of people in LA...and nobody wants to work with the kind of writer who devotes his time to stalking contest sites and placing repeated blame. You could have made your remarks in a single post, and dealt with Alex one-on-one from there. Posting here repeatedly is not helping you in the least, and could be alienating you from future collaborators.
I make these comments with the sincerest of intents -- I hope you are able to take them that way.
Paul --
I posted here today because my screenplay is now moving on to the next phase in the development process of this contest, and I was excited to mention it.
When I got here I began reading some of the other comments, and noticed that you had written a book's worth of them. I cannot speak to your personal experiences or frustrations, but please do not imply that I was "hired" to post here as a means of suppressing what you have to say. You have an overly high opinion of yourself to suppose that.
I repeat my earlier observation -- if all of your vitriolic comments on this page are displayed together, as I just did, they approach the word count that would go into the first act of a tight -- perhaps award-winning -- screenplay. Put your effort into something creative like that, and move on.
Keep in mind -- what you post here is read by a lot of people in LA...and nobody wants to work with the kind of writer who devotes his time to stalking contest sites and placing repeated blame. You could have made your remarks in a single post, and dealt with Alex one-on-one from there. Posting here repeatedly is not helping you in the least, and could be alienating you from future collaborators.
I make these comments with the sincerest of intents -- I hope you are able to take them that way.
Oh, Lana, congrats! Winning any "legitimate" contest is a big deal.
To Chris Stevens: Are you the Christine Stevens DeLorenzo who was posted as having won the A/Exposure July contest? If so, odd that you would equivocate your gender. Even odder is that, in a case of magnificent coincidence, you would post now when A/Exposure is in most need of support but did not post when you would most likely have done so, like when you won. Just so you know, your hiccup has been shared by many -- too many. Enough hiccups turn into a burp. In my case, it culminated into an outright fart. Such is my response to bullshit.
"Dirty Laundry" should be aired privately? What are you smoking? This forum would not exist in its present form without the ability to share contest information. I want to hear the dirt and soap of each and every contest so I can make a wise decision as to how I will invest my money. If things need to be resolved behind closed doors, then that is a contest I want no part of.
And why hasn't A/Exposure responded to any of us? Why recruit fictitious people unless they have something to hide? Why hasn't A/Exposure responded to my email? So much for trying to resolve this amicably (though I will say my email was less than diplomatic).
Even more, why has no one responded to my PayPal receipt? A/Exposure claims to have no knowledge of who I am or that I ever entered their contest. By that admission, they owe me a refund and an apology for their incompetence (or criminality). Just look at my proof versus their allegation. But why bring attention to something so damning.
Really, now, I hope the next "person" who responds in favor of A/Exposure has at least a little more imagination than the foregoing ones.
Author: Lana Rory
Posted: 02/15/2012 04:14 PM
I won the Sci-Fi category for 2011 and it has been a great experience. Julie Gray, the director, is a dynamic and well-connected champion of her contest winners. She has sent my script on to a bunch of producers and I feel like I've found a new friend/mentor. Not too shabby. Can't recommend enough.
Chris, posting an honest review is not unprofessional or resentful. I rely on these reviews when researching contests and I appreciate people's honest comments.
In my dealings with the a/exposure contest, the only unprofessional behavior came from them.
And it wasn't because their feedback was negative. It was definitely more positive than negative.
It was because their feedback was riddled with errors and incomplete sentences as well as glaring mistakes regarding the story, which shows that they didn't take the time to really read the script or produce the feedback. This is very unprofessional work.
Perhaps they treat their winners differently than they treat the rest of their customers.
Its odd that a contestant would get so defensive about a contest they entered. If you had a positive experience, then post a positive review.
But why would you attack those who had negative experiences or dispute their claims of a negative experience? That's very odd behavior for someone who was just a contestant.
Also, it is odd that this is the only post you have made on moviebytes (just like all the other positive posts on here).
In closing, my review was not a resentful attack. It was an honest review of my experience with the contest. If you had a positive experience, then post it. This way, future contestants can make their own decision on whether or no to enter the contest.
David O' Selznick said, "There are only two kinds of class: First class and no class." My experience with Mr. Ross and his team has been nothing but first class. I am a past a/e winner.  I had a little hiccup with writemovies.  Instead of copping an attitude, or "airing my dirty laundry" on the Internet, I spoke sincerely with Mr. Ross and the hiccup disappeared.  Also, after winning last year, writemovies provided me with a reader who knocked my socks off.  By that I mean, I think most people would have taken the feedback and suggestions and crumbled.  I said to myself, "Whoa, this person really cares."  I am forever grateful to my professional reader and to Mr. Ross.  Mr. Ross has the patience of a saint.  It is obvious he enjoys his work and wants his winners to succeed. Just remember this, Mr. Ross and his team run a business, not a raffle. I am sure they receive many annoying e-mails on a day-to-day basis amongst the more professional-sounding correspondence.  So, if a staffer makes a mistake, point it out, go back to your writing, and allow time for the hiccup to subside.  If you want your foot in the door of a business that lets very few inside, I would suggest when working with anyone - directors, agents  actors, lawyers, stylists -that professionalism, patience, and teamwork be your guide.  And jot this down on a StickyNote: "Those who are free from resentful thoughts surely find peace." - Buddha.  And good luck to everyone who enters writemovies.com!
Stephen, great news! Someone else had mentioned Threelines or less. After checking up the contest, I too entered for the Feb/March. Glad to hear of a professional and honest contest. And hope you get many requests.
Me and my writing partner were announced as the Dec/Jan grand prize winners! I couldn't be more excited. The best part about winning is that we get to have a development meeting with Tracey Becker of Beachfront Productions (Finding Neverland, Hysteria, etc.).
I have not received my prizes as of yet, but this whole contest has been very professionally run to this point, so I expect to hear from companies sometime this week just as Jared Dunne has promised.
I will be sure to come back and post another review after receiving all of the prizes. Hopefully I have some great news about script requests!
As of now, this has been a great experience and well worth the $10 entry fee.
OK, so I have completed my experience with the A/Exposure contest, and as promised, I'm here to give my honest review.
I was never notified of the contest results. The only way I found out about the results was when the winner was posted on their site. These results were posted several days after the 12am, February 5th date that they had set.
I also ordered the judge's feedback. After an email request, they did send me the feedback, claiming it had already been sent and must have gone into my spam.
Well, the feedback was absolute junk. I have received feedback from several contests, and none has even come close to being this poor. THEY EVEN MISSPELLED THE TITLE OF MY SCRIPT! And it's not like it was a crazy title, they misspelled the word "progress". And this was not the only grammatical error. This thing was riddled with errors and incomplete sentences. The feedback was given to me in a Word document. How could they not take the time to correct all their errors which were clearly denoted by all the green and red underlines. Very unprofessional.
The worst part, was that they missed several clear aspects of the story. It was clear that it was just skimmed through, as things which were clearly spelled out were still misconstrued.
There are several other things that throw up red flags about this contests. For one, it is now February 15th and their website is still promoting the January contest!
Also, as Paul has already mentioned, every time there is a negative post about this contest, and is bumped down by a string of positive posts. Go back to the beginning of these posts and find the positive ones. Click on the option to read all posts from these people and you will find that they have only made posts regarding the WriteMovies yearly contest and the A/Exposure monthly contest. Interesting.
This is the first negative post I have made on MovieBytes, but I felt it was my responsibility to let other writers know of my experience. At the very least, this is a poorly run and sloppy contest. At the worst, it could be an outright scam.
This pretty much concludes my experience with WriteMovies.com and their contests. Please be very careful before entering these contests and please read all the reviews before making your own decision.
Paul...
Ever hear of anyone dropping through the cracks? It happens. There is a contest I entered last year that I entered three scripts in. I have only heard back on two, though the contest is long over, and the fact that they have refused to answer my e-mails. The winners of that contest seem quite happy in correspondence I've had with them. I can enter again or not.
As for A/Exposure, I waited until I received my first feedback before reporting. I thought about commenting sooner, but waited, just because I was pretty sure whatever I wrote would be challenged.
I would venture every writer on here has horror stories to tell about contests. I've got my list of complaints about fests and competitions that had malefic intention, those who took money and ran, and those whose readers were simply terrible.
Has it occurred to you that the vitriol here might be encouraging people to reply?
You have proof you entered. Great. Sort it out with them.
I have no complaints. The fact that you have unresolved matters of entry does not undo the good relationships others have built with the contest.
Phillip, felicitations on winning. The issue is with the dominating number of complaints about this A/Exposure contest, not you or a few people winning. I am not an isolated, fell-through-the-cracks case. One does not "lose" a digital invoice. The IRS would have a field day in auditing companies who don't keep accurate records. When A/Exposure is ready to compensate me, then I'll keep silent. But I've emailed them, and I am still waiting for response.
Again, look at the number of complaints. That in itself should alarm you.
Paul...
Ever hear of anyone dropping through the cracks? It happens. There is a contest I entered last year that I entered three scripts in. I have only heard back on two, though the contest is long over, and the fact that they have refused to answer my e-mails. The winners of that contest seem quite happy in correspondence I've had with them. I can enter again or not.
As for A/Exposure, I waited until I received my first feedback before reporting. I thought about commenting sooner, but waited, just because I was pretty sure whatever I wrote would be challenged.
I would venture every writer on here has horror stories to tell about contests. I've got my list of complaints about fests and competitions that had malefic intention, those who took money and ran, and those whose readers were simply terrible.
Has it occurred to you that the vitriol here might be encouraging people to reply?
You have proof you entered. Great. Sort it out with them.
I have no complaints. The fact that you have unresolved matters of entry does not undo the good relationships others have built with the contest.
Richard and Phillip, how good of you to speak up. What prompted you to do so since only one of you frequently comments? Where are the droves of winners, which amounts to dozens upon dozens of winners, from prior A/Exposure contests? And, coincidentally, it seems people come out of nowhere to suddenly champion A/Exposures' integrity only after a negative comment. Or so it seems. Check the pattern and ratio of negative comments to positive ones.
Still, how do you reconcile A/Exposures' claim that they have no record of my ever entering their contest, yet I amply and convincingly proved my entry? See, why not address the issue rather than target a collateral matter that does not in any way shed light on the matter in issue. The issue, in case I have to spell it out for you, is not the few winners (if they are indeed bona fide winners) that have won, but all the people who got screwed.
That is the issue, my friends. What about all the people who got robbed, scammed, and cheated, not to mention the emotional distress caused by this disreputable contest? And if A/Exposure has to resort to threats of lawsuit, truly they are desperate. If A/exposure really thought they had a claim, they would not hesitate to file one to preserve the integrity of their image and business.
They have egregiously condemned themselves the moment they denied my participation in their contest. Either they are correct or Paypal is a fraud. You decide.
I was the October winner of the A/Exposure contest, and have since then enjoyed a close working relationship with Alex Ross and various readers who have critiqued my script. The experience has been fantastic. The professional advice I've received has been invaluable, and I have strengthened my screenplay significantly as a result. In many ways, even though I live on the East Coast, I feel as if I've been in Los Angeles for the past several months, working with professionals.
With regard to a string of negative comments I've recently read regarding this contest, mostly posted by a single person, my advice would be that the author put the time and attention into his screenwriting that he has put into blasting this competition. Effort into creating rather than destroying. The results might be impressive.
Sorry, must have hiccuped. Meant to post only once.
Okay, I'll weigh in now.
I won the A/EXposure contest for January of this year with my script Frost on the Pumpkin - a ghost story/horror screenplay. I was promptly notified of my win and since that time communication has been strong. I have found them to be responsive and very helpful with supportive resources for my rewrites.
This morning I received my first round of notes on my script. The notes encouraged me to put on my thinking cap and create sharper edges to some of my plot points and gave me a checklist, if you will, for subplots to become more potent.
Will I sell my script as a result? I don't know. But if I do, I'll most definitely be yelling from the Movie Bytes mountain top. I do know the script will be tighter when it does go out.
Movie Bytes, from my point of view, is certainly doing what they promised, and more, on my behalf.
Okay, I'll weigh in now.
I won the A/EXposure contest for January of this year with my script Frost on the Pumpkin - a ghost story/horror screenplay. I was promptly notified of my win and since that time communication has been strong. I have found them to be responsive and very helpful with supportive resources for my rewrites.
This morning I received my first round of notes on my script. The notes encouraged me to put on my thinking cap and create sharper edges to some of my plot points and gave me a checklist, if you will, for subplots to become more potent.
Will I sell my script as a result? I don't know. But if I do, I'll most definitely be yelling from the Movie Bytes mountain top. I do know the script will be tighter when it does go out.
Movie Bytes, from my point of view, is certainly doing what they promised, and more, on my behalf.
The following is my PayPal statement that I paid Alexander Ross at Write Movies in August of 2011. Of all the smear tactics to use, of all the denial tactics in an arsenal of lies, how utterly sad that A/Exposure resorts to one which can so easily be verified. Unmitigated desperation!
Aug 17, 2011 11:15:27 PDT
Receipt No: 3717-5789-9923-3581
Hello Paul Undari,
You sent a payment of $34.00 USD to alexander ross.
This charge will appear on your credit card statement as payment to PAYPAL *PAYMENTS.
Merchant information
alexander ross
payments@writemovies.com
Instructions to merchant
None provided
Description Unit price Qty Amount
A/Exposure Contest Entry
$34.00 USD 1 $34.00 USD
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This gets even better. A/Exposure recruits two nobodies to (Pepe Gonzalez) to lend support before the real message comes out, which is addressed to me. Funny how Pepe Gonzalez, if that is his name, has no other comments except for this one.)
C'mon, man, use some imagination. At least use a commentator who is know in the forums and has a list of comments dating back to more than one day.
And your legal scare tactics are about as original as the ploy you just used with Pepe. If A/Exposure wants to file a claim for libel, I wonder which Jurisdiction they're going to entertain it? NY? CA? Federal? My counterclaim would be a class suit on behalf of all those screwed by A/Exposure. What a joke.
In addition, why did A/Exposure remove the script of the August Winner's. Really, all you'd have to do is read it and you'd quickly realize how amateurish it is. But they say, you learn more from bad writing than from good ones. Well, you'll be reading a lot of bad ones on their site.
Dear Mr. Undari- If that is your name. There has been an incidence of people from other contests badmouthing contests on these blogs. We have checked all of our records and no one with your name has actually ever participated in our contest. If you would like to identify yourself and contact us we would be happy to rectify anything that we have done to offend you. Should that not be the case we will report the matter to Moviebytes and reserve our rights to take all manners of action to defend ourselves against your libellous allegations. AEX
You mean "libelous"? As empty as your rhetoric is, at least give it a semblance of substance. It's not too difficult to spellcheck. Which is indicative of your overall sloppiness. You may not have any records of my participation in your contest, but it's funny how I do. Unless, of course, you'd accuse me of forging bank documents. As for whining to Moviebytes, by all means prostrate yourself before the gods . . . because you'll need an act of divine intervention to rehabilitate your reputation, which was never sterling to begin with.
The following is an email correspondence I had with one of your employees. I even have a copy of the bank charge that proves I paid your organization. If you have no record of taking my money or of my entering your dubious contest, that speaks even less of your professionalism. Oh, an irrefutable rebuttal to any accusation of LIBEL is truth! I can prove what you deny. You, sadly, cannot.
The following will evidence my participation in the August, 2011 competition. (Funny how long it took A/Exposure to finally address my comments.)
From: Annette Haller - WriteMovies
Subject: Re: WriteMovies A/EXPOSURE AUGUST 2011 Contest
Date: August 17, 2011 2:36:51 PM EDT
To: Paul Undari <@gmail.com>
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 8:23 PM, Paul Undari <@gmail.com> wrote:
Annette,
I used my own payment method: Receipt No: 3717-5789-9923-3581. Payment
went to Alexander Ross. Please confirm that you are in receipt of both
screenplay, Incompossible, and payment. Thank you.
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 3:11 AM, Annette Haller - WriteMovies
wrote:
Hi,
We have received your script for the August A/exposure contest.
Thank you,
Annette Haller
WriteMovies contest coordinator
If you'll notice, the receipt # was provided, hence conclusively proving that I made payment. I will not be accused of libel or fraudulence by anyone, let alone a spurious and cancerous organization that would prey even on themselves to make a quick buck.
However, should A/Exposure want to remunerate me for the thirty+ dollars I gave them, my opinion of them shall improve by a margin of a few particles. And, should they do so, I shall speak no more on this nauseating topic.
Dear Mr. Undari- If that is your name.
There has been an incidence of people from other contests badmouthing contests on these blogs.
We have checked all of our records and no one with your name has actually ever participated in our contest.
If you would like to identify yourself and contact us we would be happy to rectify anything that we have done to offend you.
Should that not be the case we will report the matter to Moviebytes and reserve our rights to take all manners of action to defend ourselves against your libellous allegations.
AEX
Guys, you are probably part of that pride of writers who cannot make it and trash everything in sight because of it. I have had a great experience working with the guys at AEX. I got lots of feedback over several months,my script went out through them and I made a lot of contacts. Sure my script has not sold yet, but it opened a lot of doors.
Guys, you are probably part of that pride of writers who cannot make it and trash everything in sight because of it. I have had a great experience working with the guys at AEX. I got lots of feedback over several months,my script went out through them and I made a lot of contacts. Sure my script has not sold yet, but it opened a lot of doors.
Entered this contest last year and really liked it. The people who run it were really responsive and friendly, and they had four mini-contests leading to the final deadline that were a lot of fun.
I didn't win anything, but I definitely recommend and will enter again this year!
Just found out my logline was a runner up in the Dec./Jan. contest and wanted to echo the other comments. Jared and company run an excellent contest. They announced the winners on time, and I received my prize within a day after that. If there is a better $10 contest, I haven’t heard of it.
I will not see where I placed for some time still, but I received my feedback within two weeks and it was VERY helpful, probably among the most helpful I've seen out there.
If you are looking for a reasonably priced contest with great feedback, this is the way to go!
Justin M. Sloan
www.JustinMSloan.com
Response to Connnie:
Don't sweat the small stuff. In the larger picture, this contest and A/exposure (Writemovies) is a nothing of a contest. No name recognition in and among industry. Would have served little purpose in long run except as a filler in a query. Stick to the major well-known contests.
But I feel that Movie Bytes should take a more active role in flagging some of these larcenous and fraudulent contests that prey upon writers' who have toiled and tribulated (if that is a word). For all those who have shed blood in pursuit of writing (or any art), you got my chest-pound.
I entered all 3 of my screenplays in 9-28-11 by Withoutabox -- and A/E never told me anything -- that they had received mine, did not tell me when the readings were done, never told me who's screenplays could continue to stay for the winner part -- nothing, nothing nothing. I will never go to this terrible place for anything. Do they even read them, I wonder.
The Readers working for this contest are shaky at best. Two free Analysis with each entry? Don't waste your time, the feedback was simply useless and basically insulting. Nothing useful and improve your work!
PASS on this TURKEY!
Just wanted to post an update on my experience with this contest. I wrote them a couple of emails and they did respond, although it took several days. The fact that I got a response was still encouraging though.
Well, the contest results were suppose to be posted Sunday morning at 12am, and it is now 36 hours past that, and still no results posted and no email of results. What's even more troubling is that the contest page is still promoting the January contest and has yet to switch to February.
I have emailed them once again to ask about the results, and I will let you know as soon as I hear back. I'm still holding out hope that this is a legit contest and that they are just a bit late.
Contest:
Great contest and Great exposure. I have no clue of what Brent is referring to as far as the Paypal. Matter of fact I saw your name on the contest list. So it seems like you paid before. They also sent out a newsletter stating Marcia Steele won. So I have no clue of Brent's complaints but I think they are great. They also gave me direct feedback before the contest even started. So what's to complain? You didn't win always seems to be the big bugger in these kinds of situations.
Caitlin, very astute and honest of you to post your observations. I looked in A/Exposure website after they indicated that they had sent you feedback. I thought maybe it was just me. But then I noticed that the screenplay associated with the August 2011 winner is no longer posted. Hm, seems strange and coincidental. The reason I suspected fraud in this contest is that the script they posted as August Winner read like an amateur's, with far too many adverbs to justify it as good writing. There was also a scene that was supposed to garner sympathy for the protagonist, but it was executed so tritely (with cringing dialogue) that I just could not accept that this script was better than mine. That's not to suggest that I should have won. But I know bad writing like one knows bad breath when confronted by it.
Just a final caveat: before you enter the contest, read all of the comments on this site. Lisa is correct in saying that, after she noticed my negative feedback on this site, she emailed me my final feedback and consult material. However, the feedback was littered with grammatical errors and poorly constructed sentences, and it was fairly clear that someone had written it extremely quickly to salvage the contest's reputation. If you read through the comments, you'll notice that after Paul and I posted, there were 3 positive comments written within 15 minutes of each other. Suspicious? Your call...
The AEX guys made me a better writer and taught me about the business, right down to learning how to write those infernal loglines.
Am actually enjoying writing again.
Guys,
If you have issues, please always contact us directly at: info@writemovies.com
We are a very busy production company and you need to work with us, if something is late or you did not receive it, write. At times things end up in deleted folders. For instance we have sent Caitlin two consults on her script so far and are totally open to working with her. To say we are not is simply not true. We will send her the consults again. We have been running this contest for 12 years and our staff has helped a lot of writers succeed, but the trick is team work and not burning bridges.
Best,
Lisa
Hey Guys,
Surprised by your comments.
I won a while back and the guys at AEXposure have been very supportive. I got 4 full length script consults, which really helped me up my game. They then submitted the script to several production companies which got me 6 meetings. Now, admittedly, the script has not sold. But I now have this cool network of LA based companies which will read my stuff and want to work with me. Question of time...
Contest:
There's something off about this contest. I requested the name of the last winner (fall 2011), but a Google search shows nothing about the woman or her script. Meanwhile, the Paypal page they link to is not like any other Paypal page I've ever seen. And their website seems very amateurish, with lots of Google Adwords and splog-like search terms. Proceed with caution, IMHO.
Oh great. I already entered the contest this month and purchased the feedback. You guys have me pretty worried now. I will be sure to let you know how I make out.
I am new to screenwriting and decided to enter my first screenplay to this contest. Knowing that I was still in the re-write process, I was anxious for feedback from industry professionals and MAN, did I get it!
I submitted the screenplay on 11/3/11, paid the expedite fee (which I highly recommend) and received a very thurough 1 page written evaluation and ranking sheet on 11/9/11. The feedback was positive - highlighting successful scenes/aspects of the screenplay - but also provide invaluable feedback on how to improve it.
I would highly recommend this contest for individuals that want quick and helpful feedback. I can't speak to the promotional aspect for the contest winners (bacause I didn't make the finals), but based on my experience I would certainly put it on my short list of contests to enter!
I am new to screenwriting and decided to enter my first screenplay to this contest. Knowing that I was still in the re-write process, I was anxious for feedback from industry professionals and MAN, did I get it!
I submitted the screenplay on 11/3/11, paid the expedite fee (which I highly recommend) and received a very thurough 1 page written evaluation and ranking sheet on 11/9/11. The feedback was positive - highlighting successful scenes/aspects of the screenplay - but also provide invaluable feedback on how to improve it.
I would highly recommend this contest for individuals that want quick and helpful feedback. I can't speak to the promotional aspect for the contest winners (bacause I didn't make the finals), but based on my experience I would certainly put it on my short list of contests to enter!
Per Caitlin Garvey's comments regarding A/Exposure monthly contest. I empathize with your frustration. I posted a negative review of my own when I discovered that the entire contest is a fraud. In fact, the telephone number they listed at time I entered didn't even work. Yet, I foolishly entered anyway for the immediate gratification of seeing a result within a few weeks. The result was a kick in the head. The winning script they posted, at best, looked like a graduate-level attempt at something compelling. Couldn't get beyond twenty pages, most of which I forced myself to read. If anyone sees A/Exposure, make a U-turn and save yourself some money.
Does anyone have any experiences or comments they can share about this contest? I'm thinking about entering it but $80 is a lot for a contest. I'd like to know something about it before making the plunge.
Hello. Just wonderfing if anyone has heard anything about this contest. The contest's website is not updated, and results were supposed to be released in December. Just curious. Thanks.
The contest was well run. They provided everything that was promised. From a personal standpoint, the feedback I received was enormously helpful.
Honestly, steer clear of this contest. I entered my script in the monthly contest and paid for feedback. When I contacted Annette and the WriteMovies staff, they were entirely unresponsive and never provided me with feedback, nor did they offer to refund some of my money. Before this happened, I mistakenly paid for a consult with Alex Ross on my screenplay and was scammed out of money.
Author: Ben Krapf
Posted: 01/12/2012 10:45 PM
Took 2nd in May-October 2008 Feature contest. Never received anything other than a certificate. Maybe they've gotten their act together since, but I'm not holding my breath. For the money, there are far stronger competitions out there. I'd rather get an honorable mention in the Nicholl, to be honest.
I was confused at how to find the posted results. It seems that the finalists should appear on the American Screenwriting Competition web site itself. I received a phone call this morning informing me that the quarter finalists had been posted on flatshoe.com. I was bummed naturally that I wasn't one of the names but this is the first time I've run across a different website announcing the winners of the quarter finalists. Did anyone else have this problem? They also kept extending the deadline. I kept writing as one individual made a point of but I felt I was kept in the dark and began to wonder if I had been scammed
I highly recommend this fantastic contest. Julie is a wonderful lady and an absolute pleasure to deal with. The prizes offered by the contest are not only great, but helpful! Julie keeps you informed every step of the way throughout the contest period and is more than happy to answer any questions.
One of my favorite contests. Big thumbs up!
It was such an honor to have my screenplay placed as one of the 20 honorable mentions in The Happy Writers screenplay contest! This was my first entry and it gave me the motivation to keep writing. The two paragraphs on improvements were not only useful, but very encouraging. I've had the privilege of working with Joey Tuccio, Founder of The Happy Writers, and would be happy to recommend his company to all of my fellow screenwriters, novice and seasoned. I look forward to the next contest! Thank you!
Smashcut Screenwriting Contest is straight up criminal enterprise. They'll take your money and run. There are a lot of scams out there, but I've adopted this one to expose. I almost hope they try to do it again next year -- Advertisers, beware who you associate with. Affiliation with a scam is negative advertisement
Author: Ann Morse
Posted: 12/24/2011 07:38 PM
It was difficult to wait for the comments but I'm grateful for the time between the results and the feedback. I was dissappointed that I didn't pass the first round of judges. The time to process the dissappointment allowed me to apply the constructive feedback and made me a better writer. I appreciate what the folks at Gimme Credit are doing. They are always professional and the experience has been nothing but positive for me.
Contest:
Wonderful to see so many people as angry about this as I am--wonderful in that others are actively seeking to be reimbursed and DO NOT plan to roll-over-and-play-dead for Script Savvy--but distressing that writers, who pour so much of their time and energy into writing, should have to spend time pursuing this. And, as any writer knows, your scripts are personal, we aren't talking about buying hammers from Home Depot here, we're talking about having our efforts treated with a modicum of respect, and to be so thoroughly dismissed, stone-walled, written off, in the manner that Scipt Savvy has chosen to operate is not only a financial loss(if they get away with it) but a slap in the face to all of us. I hate taking the time to pursue this, but I hate even more the thought that Script Savvy would get away with this (and continue to operate
a business) and I hate the idea that other writers
are still sending their scripts, and their hopes, in to such a disreputable company.
I have contacted the Attorney General in Texas -- www.oag.state.tx.us/ --and been informed that they don't respond to complaints individually, but do respond if they get a number of complaints about a business--so do fill out their online complaint form! And maybe this will eventually do some good. I've also filed a complaint with the Attorney General's office in Colorado (where I live) and they are actively pursuing it.
When I contacted the Better Business Bureau in Texas they were not able to get Script Savvy to respond to their emails or phone calls.
Anybody who has any success getting reimbursed, spread the word. Until then, let's keep hammering away and spreading the word that no writer, and no writer that respects the efforts of other writers, should even think about sending Script Savvy a script.
Wonderful contest. Gordon is always a pleasure to correspond with and quick to respond. I've entered both the Annual and Monthly contests and have nothing but praise for the way they are run and the professionalism involved. Highly recommended!
Author: Roy Cho
Posted: 12/19/2011 10:09 AM
I've entered this contest two times and was a runner-up this past year. I'd highly recommend this contest. Mark Andrushko is extremely responsive, knowledgeable and professional. Scriptapalooza pushes your script for a year after the contest and sends out semifinalist scripts and up to production companies, managers, lit agents etc (who all work as readers for the competition itself). This is a wonderful contest that's run very effectively and professionally. Highly recommend!
One of the best hidden jem competitions out there!
Contest:
WEBSITE HAS BEEN DEACTIVATED/FAILED.
The contest was inactive for a few months, then reopened in September. I entered my screenplay in the Shorts category, assuming September winners to be announced in October. I tried to contact them via their website, to which no reply back. I found their email addy via my Pay Pal account (contest@screenwritingawards.com), and tried to contact them this way - the reply I got was a "delivery failure". Looks like they took our money and ran - a shame they screwed Winners from earlier this year as well.
While I was not a winner, I did qualify as a finalist. I am impressed with the professional and timely communications I received regarding my entry and results. While I have not yet received a request to read my script, it is close to Christmas, so I am hopeful that I will in the new year. This contest is definitely worth the investment and on the up and up. Thanks Jared!
Author: Ron Ecker
Posted: 12/16/2011 02:04 PM
Unbelievable! The deadline on this contest was December 15, 2011. When I got ready to submit my entry, though not completely satisfied with the script, I saw that the deadline had been changed to December 16. I was glad to see this one-day extension, as it gave me time to clean up a couple of things in the script. So on the 16th I get ready to submit, and incredibly the date had been changed back to December 15. This deadline change was made, mind you, when it was too late to enter. I have entered quite a few contests, and this is absolutely the worst thing I've seen.
Full apologies. Right comment but to wrong festival. Is there a delete??
Expensive and dismissive; never again!
It appears they're off-line, bust, or can't be bothered.
This is an automatically generated Delivery Status Notification. THIS IS A WARNING MESSAGE ONLY. YOU DO NOT NEED TO RESEND YOUR MESSAGE. Delivery to the following recipients has been delayed. info@querypros.com
Author: Fred Kim
Posted: 12/15/2011 10:54 PM
I was a top twenty finalist this year, and I really appreciate everything Script Pipeline did for me as a result. Advice on how to jumpstart my career, opportunities to meet with agents, managers, and producers, and even a get together with all my fellow finalists!
But the benefits of doing well in the competition don't end with the awards ceremony. Script Pipeline works hard to get the finalists placed with representation throughout the year.
I recently met a manager thanks to an introduction through Script Pipeline, and now we're working together on a new project. It's exactly the kind of opportunity I've been hoping for, and I owe it all to entering this contest!
This was my first time to enter and I should've read the user comments on here first. Having to request the feedback with no instructions in the FAQ section should've been a red flag. Theeennnn... it's up to a ten business day wait. If the site is correct, there weren't even that many entries so I am confused as to why the wait and why so long especially if (my understanding is) notes are something compiled while the reader goes through the script. Plus, the feedback isn't more than just a couple of paragraphs???? Never-ever-ever-ever-ever-ever again. But CONGRATULATIONS to the Cycle X Winner for being able to write a feature that takes place in the shower! Reading that was pretty much the only positive thing to come of this experience.
I was really disappointed with this outfit. They took forever to deliver notes, and what they gave me was incredibly generic and vague. Frankly, the incredibly terse comments felt like A-B-C screenwriting tidbits just cursorily slapped together. They could have been talking about anyone's script. No insights, no interesting thoughts, nothing remotely thought-provoking. They also have a very standard, under-developed rubric with minimal categories. In all honesty, I feel like I got shortchanged, especially in comparison to other contests I entered that were cheaper and more thorough. As someone who has worked in development for multiple studios and production companies and served as a judge for several other screenwriting competitions, I feel like I have the credibility to say that the effort and analysis offered by Gimme Credit is subpar. Would certainly not recommend them.
I entered this contest this year mainly for the standard feedback form they give all entries. I am not a screenwriter but had turned a short story I wrote into a screenplay with basically my only guide being a book on formatting that I purchased at Barnes and Noble. The script was pretty much the first draft, my first screenplay, and I wanted some kind of professional feedback as to whether there was hope for it or not. I have to say that I am very pleased with the overall experience of this contest and the helpful critique I received in my feedback. The grading system helped me to understand where the strengths and weaknesses in my script are and the comments, though brief (as they are supposed to be), were good, solid bits of advice that gave me a clear understanding of where my script stands and what needs to be changed. I highly recommend this contest for its professionalism and its eagerness to encourage and help its writers. Thanks WOTS!
Contest:
Brian, Here is the information I am posting on the internet for filing a criminal complaint:
For those of you who have been victimized by the Script Savvy contest, please file a complaint on the following web address:
https://complaint.ic3.gov/ctf.aspx
This is the internet crime complaint center. You will need the ip address for Script Savvy
207.148.251.170
Names: Donna White and Marisa Gomez
Marisa Gomez contact info is: marisagomez@scriptsavvy.net
phone: 512 222 9478
Taking money and not delivering the service is a CRIME.
Please take the time to file a complaint with this government agency. Perhaps, if enough people complain, they will be shut down. Since you are not from this country, it makes it an INTERNATIONAL crime.
-Carolyn
Author: Jon Duff
Posted: 12/07/2011 09:32 PM
I was fortunate to find out today I won the Three Lines or Less contest. I am impressed with the professionalism of the staff and their follow up. This contest has opened some new doors and is well for the money. I encourage others especially not in Hollywood to look at this opportunity. I hope to do more in the future and spread the word.
As a 2011 finalist, my script, LOST STONES, is being read by, among others, Will Smith's Overbrook Entertainment, IM Global and Atlas Entertainment. So as far as exposure is concerned, Script Pipeline gets the job done.
I've found Matt Misetich, General Manager & Director of Development, to be extremely helpful, totally professional and quick to respond. And he provides guidance after the contest to ensure the script is ready for public consumption. He even referred me to a producer who was looking for a similar project.
Recommend? Absolutely! I plan to enter a new script next year.
I wasn't sure about entering contests, simply because you could wind up spending a small fortune in entry fees if you enter enough of them! Before I entered Scriptapalooza, I e-mailed them inquiring if my script would be disqualified because of it's length. (At 167 pages, it's a really hard sell!) Well, Mark Andrushko himself replied rather quickly to say that they would accept it. So I entered and my script, "The Copper Queen", made it all the way to the finals in the 2011 contest! Sure, winning would have been better, but the point is that it was read by industry people and liked enough to make it through several rounds of judging. Scriptapalooza definitely tops my list of worthwhile contests.
My script, Ameriqueno, was a semi-finalist in the 2011 competition. Scriptapalooza was really good about keeping us informed about our status and any inquiries from production companies and agents/managers. It's been a great experience and I would highly recommend entering this contest.
As a top twenty finalist in the contest, I was impressed that they gave the finalists the opportunity to pitch producers and managers in LA, and even helped out with transportation costs for out-of-owners. It's a contest that actually creates opportunities for the finalists.
Contest:
CXarolyn there are a lot of us. I'm waiting for feedback from Jan, Feb and Mar 2011 - not as long as you.
Unfortunately I'm not based in the US, however I would lend any information and give my backing to any action that may get my money back.
The competition claims to have "new management" but considering the problems are still the same (no answering e-mails, failing to provide feedback, failing to announce the new competition winners on time...), I truly beleive that it is still the same crooks running it and stealing money from writers unaware of this competitions history.
As I have previously said, any genuine new owners would do everything to restore the faith in what used to be an excellent competition. They would certainly answer queries and get the outstanding issues resolved as a matter of urgency to prove this.
I, personally, have e-mailed them at least once a month since last May and have yet to receive a reply.
As a grand prize winner of this year I can say that this is an incredibly worth-while contest. I have been a finalist and/or winner of Page International, Austin Film Festival, Champion Screenwriting, and Slamdance, none of which have given me the exposure that this contest did.
The support from the staff at Script Pipeline doesn't stop when the contest ends. I have received various emails or calls from producers and managers in the months since, all of which have been due to Script Pipeline's ongoing mission to help their finalists and winning scripts get into the proper hands. Definitely worth the cost of entry for the potential benefits.
