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
1999 Cynosure Quarterfinalists
Minority Protagonists (in alphabetical order)
Bitter Lake by Devin Wallace
Black Blood by Gayle Jackson
Dreamer of the Dine by Arla Bowers
The Fall and Rise of ‘Champagne’ Sanchez by Rudy Miera
Foreverglades by Susan Schlepp and Brent Souter
The Hands of Time by Suzanne Genc
Hellfighters from Harlem by Robert Davenport
Jasmine Rose by Karen Ashikeh
La Jura by Katrina Cabrera
Little Angel by Alfredo de Villa and Nathaniel Moss
Losers by Kimberly K. Reid
North Star by Rusty Harding
A Privileged Class by Denise Williams
Rise in Peace by Timothy Michael Jeffrey
Room at the Inn by Barbara Hindley
Small Town Lives by Sam Kneiss
A Tasty Little Scandal by Laurie B. Turner
Ugly Sky by Tanya Anderson Hooper
Female Protagonists (in alphabetical order)
Absence by Dan Woodard
Auto Mama by Janell McLeod
Beautiful People by Risa Lauren
Bouganvillea by Gentry Fry
Camille and Claude by Andre Anthony Moore
Clara Burr by Trey Wodele
destination: Moon by Lori Silverbush
Donor 416 by Jennifer Houston
Flames of Courage by Ethan H. Calk
A Ghost of a Chance by E. Willa Haas
Green Fever by Stephen Donnelly and Denise Richards
Harvest Moon by Kelly Mahony
If the Shoe Fits by Arla Bowers
Isaac’s Blessing by Michael David Farris
Little Shy: The Elizabeth Blackwell Story by Barbara Anne
Shaw
Mother U. by Lynda A. Levy
My Green Sky by Kathryn Scott
Perfect Couple by Vera Caccioppoli
Post Time by Olga Elaine Rojer
Regrets by Elizabeth Hansen
Screaming My Heart Out by Janyce Lapore
The Seasons by Kristine J. Namkung
Social Insecurity by Steve Wisniewski
The Story of Kady Brown by Lori Silverbush
Subterfuge by Paula C. Brancato and James E. Fischer
The Summer of Elizabeth by Michael D. Zungolo
Sunday’s Child by Adam Karpel
A Survivor’s War by Romeo Ciolfi
Twilight’s Magic by Nina M. Gilberti
Vesa’s Song by Jesse Griffith
Warrior by Julie Reichert
Watercolors by Amanda Taylor Higdon
Zinzi by Phyllis MacBryde
Updated: 08/02/1999
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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