Cynosure Screenwriting Awards
Cynosure
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3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 850
Los Angeles, CA 90010
310-853-0796 (voice)
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http://broadmindent.com
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cynosure@broadmindent.com
Contact: Andretta Hamilton, Contest Coordinator
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Objective
The Cynosure Screenwriting Awards seek to expand the scope of mainstream cinema by recognizing and rewarding screenplays in two distinct categories: screenplays which feature compelling female protagonists; and screenplays that showcase diversity (ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, disability, etc.).Deadline/Entry Fees
Expired. Previous Deadline: 09/30/2023WinningScripts Pro $5 Off Coupon
Notification: December 2, 2023
Rules
- Must be at least 18 years of age to enter.
- Open to all writers in any country, however all entry fees must be paid in U.S. dollars.
- Scripts by multiple authors are accepted, and any awards, if given, will be divided equally among those writers. All writers must sign the entry/release form.
- Screenplays may not have been previously optioned, purchased or produced.
- More than one script may be submitted, provided that a signed entry/release form and application fee accompanies each submission.
- Scripts may be submitted under one category only. If the script qualifies for both, choose the category that best describes the overall spirit of the screenplay.
- Scripts must be the original work of the applicant(s). If based upon adapted material not in the public domain, applicant(s) must attach a statement attesting to their rights to make such adaptations. Sponsors do not investigate or attest to the authenticity of an applicant's statement of authorship or rights.
- Scripts must be registered with the WGA or with the US Copyright Office.
- Entries must be accompanied by a signed ENTRY/RELEASE FORM, application fee, and (optional) self-addressed, stamped postcard for acknowledgement of receipt of submission. No other materials will be accepted.
- The Competition is not responsible for submissions that are lost, stolen or damaged in transit. Decisions of the judges are final.
- Sponsors, their families, and associates are ineligible for any prizes in the Cynosure Screenwriting Awards.
- Screenplays must be in English only, and may be of any genre. Please do not send originals.
- Screenplays must be in standard U.S. screenplay format, between 90 and 130 numbered pages.
- If submitting via mail, scripts must be fastened with two or three metal brads, and bound between two blank card stock covers. No handwritten or faxed manuscripts will be accepted. Double-sided scripts are encouraged.
- Title page should include author's name, address, email and phone number. The author's name must not appear anywhere inside the script itself.
- If submitting by mail, make checks or money orders out to the Cynosure Screenwriting Awards. Please send completed application form, entry fee and script to:
Cynosure Screenwriting Awards
3699 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite #850
Los Angeles, CA 90010
- Please see website for online submission guidelines.
Awards
Awards: There will be one $5000 Grand Prize winner. This winner can come from either category. Additionally, the Grand Prize Winner will receive an advisory meeting with an established Hollywood Producer, Agent or Manager. The First Runner-Up from each category will receive a cash prize of $500. The Second Runner-Up from each category will receive a cash prize of $250. For a list of additional prizes, please visit the website, www.broadmindent.com.Cynosure
Contact
3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 850
Los Angeles, CA 90010
310-853-0796 (voice)
Web:
http://broadmindent.com
Email:
cynosure@broadmindent.com
Contact: Andretta Hamilton, Contest Coordinator
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Cynosure Screenwriting Awards
Contact
3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 850
Los Angeles, CA 90010
310-853-0796 (voice)
Web:
http://broadmindent.com
Email:
cynosure@broadmindent.com
Contact: Andretta Hamilton, Contest Coordinator
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Contest News
Cynosure Announces Contest Winners
The Cynosure Screenwriting Competition has announced their contest winners: Paul Davison for his script THE TRIPLE NICKELS (winner in the Minority Category) and Molyneaux Paul Mathews III for his script WILBUR AND SULLY (winner in the Female Category).
FEMALE PROTAGONIST CATEGORY
GRAND PRIZE WINNER- Wilbur and Sully by Molyneaux Paul Mathews III
2ND PLACE WINNER- Coaster Girl by Thomas Sinsky
3RD PLACE WINNER- Strike Back by Holly Villa
QUARTERFINALISTS
Anna the Artist by Rebekah Lovat Fraser
Antigone Bound by Regina Marubio
Bad Girl by Kelly Anelons
Bread and Roses by Mary C. McKay
Cornered by William DeSeta
Crystal River by Emily Carpenter
Dark Blood by Wendy Wheeler
Devil's Bind, The by Morris Fink
Diane Heath Lives in Rural Georgia by Donna Trousdale
Endgame by Paul Gulino
Faith by Loretta Ivory
Final Journey by Michael Lee Barlin
First Lady by Christine Lenig
Good Death, A by Tom Deiker
Hope Whispers by Kevin and Melinda Lasit and
Steven and Marilyn Harrington
Karma, Incorporated by Jennifer Quintens
Missing Tarsila by Miriam Kim
Nevermore by Tamise Van Pelt
Not in this Lifetime by Ellen Tarlin
Purified by Elizabeth Savage Sullivan
Retrievers, The by Lynn Speier
Sanctuary by Marvin Cotlar
Stripping Bliss by Nuni-Cunai
Summer of Elizabeth, The by Joseph DiSante and Michael Zungolo
Tsunami by Grant Ching
Widow's Peak by Clea Frost
MINORITY PROTAGONIST CATEGORY
GRAND PRIZE WINNER- The Triple Nickels by Paul Davison
2ND PLACE WINNER- Amnesty by Marie Manilla
3RD PLACE WINNER- American Indian Money by Luigi Scarcelli
QUARTERFINALISTS
40 Acres and a Mule by David Rakowiecki
Bach Double by Barbara Marshall
Big City Dreams by Tracy King-Sanchez
Certainty Principle, The by William Wolff
Halfway Home by David Schroeder
Shattered Pearl by Debora Mawji
Song of Silence by Miranda Kwok
SoulSaver by James Stevens-Arce
Speaking for the Dead by Cliff Gravel,
Melody Sarah Groves and Katherine Marie Fredericks
Spyjinks by Eric Kratsa
Sympathetic Nerve by Gia Gordon
White Deer, The by Gayle Brown
Updated: 09/18/2003
Cynosure Screenwriting Awards
Contact
3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 850
Los Angeles, CA 90010
310-853-0796 (voice)
Web:
http://broadmindent.com
Email:
cynosure@broadmindent.com
Contact: Andretta Hamilton, Contest Coordinator
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