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For 3 years now, ACEFEST has been one of the most anticipated annual events on the industry calendar. The American Cinematic Experience goes far beyond film exhibition and into the very most primitive stages of production - writing. The Great American Screenplay Competition is seeking the best writers from coast to coast and it could be you! With an always impressive roster of judges, a growing bundle of prizes and nearly 4,000 industry players waiting eagerly to see the winner's work, this is your chance to get your script seen!
Why Submit Your Screenplay?
+ Get detailed notes on your script from industry experts and judges
+ All entrants receive a 25% discount on StoryGeek.com services
+ First 100 entrants receive FREE 1-year MovieMaker Subscription
+ First 100 entrants receive FREE All-Access Pass to ACEFEST '09
+ Incredible prize packages awarded to 3 winners (see below)
 
Entry Fees
  Early Regular Late WAB Extended
Less than 60 pages $30 $35 $40 $60
More than 60 pages $40 $45 $50 $70
 
Deadlines
Earlybird: November 14, 2008
Regular: December 28, 2008
Late: January 16, 2009
WAB Extended: January 30, 2009
Submission Period
Oct 16, 2008 - Jan 30, 2009

Formats Accepted
Digital Files
 
Two Ways to Submit

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Save $5 by submitting via Withoutabox! Submit to this and other screenplay competitions with the click of a button.
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Online Submission  
Submit your script and pay your fees via PayPal or check/money order by using our fast and easy online form!
 

Prizes

GRAND PRIZE PACKAGE
+ $5,000 Cash
+ Recognition on ACEFEST website
+ Full Page Recognition in 2009 ACEFEST program
+ Script submitted to 3,350 U.S. producers, directors and studios
+ Script submitted to 650 U.S. agents and managers
+ Dedicated press release announcement
+ Six All-Access Passes to ACEFEST '09
+ Logline placed in InkTip Magazine (3,000 industry subscribers)
+ Free 6-month Script Placement service on InkTip.com
+ More prizes to be announced!

SECOND PRIZE PACKAGE
+ $1,000 Cash
+ Recognition on ACEFEST website
+ Four All-Access Passes to ACEFEST '09
+ Free 6-month Script Placement service on InkTip.com
+ More prizes to be announced!

THIRD PRIZE PACKAGE
+ $250 Cash
+ Recognition on ACEFEST website
+ Two All-Access Passes to ACEFEST '09
+ Free 6-month Script Placement service on InkTip.com
+ More prizes to be announced!

5 finalists will be announced for each of the following categories: Best Feature Screenplay, Best Short Screenplay, Best Horror Screenplay, Best Comedic Screenplay, Best Romance Screenplay, Best Dramatic Screenplay.

 
Additional Information
We are accepting screenplay submissions in all categories from October 16, 2008 - January 16, 2009. Submit early and save on fees!

All genres and categories are welcome! Including (but not limited to): Comedy, Romance, Horror, Sci-Fi, Television, Thriller, Theatre, Musical, Western, Drama, Sports, etc.

Only U.S. scripts will be considered. Make all checks payable to: American Cinematic Experience LLC.

The Great American Screenplay Competition is very proud to be green and completely paperless. If your script cannot be entered digitally, feel free to contact us about alternate accommodations. Otherwise, let's save the planet one script at a time!

All entrants will be notified of their fate by February 18, 2009.

Direct all inquiries to screenplays@acefest.com
 
 
 
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