Welcome to the 6th ANNUAL DRAMA Screenwriting Competition!
š Dazzle Us with Your Unique Drama
Your script is not just words on paper; your drama is the soul of cinema waiting to mesmerize the world. Spellbind us with character and emotion. Here's where you make every word, every pause, and every scene count.
š« Exclusive Early Bird Special: Just $19!
In celebration of storytelling and the voices eager to be heard, we're inviting you to submit your screenplay at an exclusive early bird fee of just $19. This special invitation is open for the first fortnight of the competition. This is the sign you've been waiting for. Embrace it!
š A Launchpad for Your Screenwriting Dreams
This isn't merely a competition; it's your golden ticket to the world of professional screenwriting. Perfect your craft and stand out in the year's most anticipated competitions and fellowships.
š Direct Feedback from Masters of the Craft
Select our critique option to gain access to wisdom from seasoned WGA writers. This isn't about gentle nudges ā it's about transformative insights that could reshape your script and redefine your future works. This is your script's chance to evolve from memorable to unforgettable.
š A Closer Look at Your Potential
Opt for our expert critique service and receive invaluable feedback from industry veterans. We're talking about actionable, in-depth insights that elevate your script from great to unforgettable.
šÆ Practical, Actionable Advice
Our mission is to offer you not just advice, but catalysts for growth. Straightforward, actionable guidance that you can apply immediately, transforming your script and your approach to storytelling. Our focus is on tangible, actionable advice. No fluff, just straight-to-the-point guidance that you can apply to your script right away.
š Diverse, Inclusive, Unparalleled
Our mission is clear: to discover and celebrate stories that resonate, challenge, and captivate. Whatever your background or style, if your script can keep us on the edge of our seats, we want it.
š¤ Feedback from Industry Insiders
Our panel consists of working Writerās Guild of America members with rich experience in TV and film. Their feedback is grounded in current industry standards, offering you insights into what it takes to succeed.
š Inclusive and Diverse
At Page-Turner, we're committed to diversity. We welcome stories from writers of all backgrounds, celebrating unique voices and compelling narratives. Whether it's an indie gem, a network show or a cable drama, we're looking for scripts that captivate from start to finish.
šļø Be Seen by Hollywood's Finest ā With an expansive network spanning top-tier agencies, production giants, and digital revolutionaries, your script gets the audience it deserves. Imagine your work in the hands of decision-makers at HBO, Netflix, Marvel, and more.
š Your Success is Our Goal
We're not just looking for great scripts; we're looking for scripts that leave us wanting more. All genres are welcome here.
š We Can't Wait to Read Your Stories
What's your story?
We're eager to find out. Submit your script today and take the first step towards screenwriting success with DRAMA!
Join the DRAMA and let your script make a lasting first impression!
NOTES SPECIAL:
With the purchase of a FULL SET OF NOTES you will receive:
ā¢ You will receive entry into the competition.
ā¢ A full set of PROFESSIONAL LEVEL NOTES, complete with pages of in-depth feedbackĀ and practical suggestions on how to strengthen your script.
ā¢ The FIRST SET OF NOTES will include a page by page detailed edit looking for formatting, spelling, grammar or other practical issues within the script.
ā¢ The SECOND SET OF NOTES will be an in-depth analysis of the script based on elements of story such as but not limited to ā Character, Story Beats, Theme, Dialogue, Description, Writing Craft, etcā¦
ā¢ You will then receive a PHONE CALL FROM YOUR PROFESSIONAL WRITER-reader to review your notes and answer any questions you might have regarding them or discuss any solutions you want to pitch.
ā¢ Free Re-entry into the contest with your updated script up to the final deadline.
We DONāT put a time limit on these calls as we want to make sure that everything is clear and all your questions are answered.
WEāRE HERE TO HELP, NOT WATCH THE CLOCK.
NOW you can ALSO apply for notes on the FIRST 15 pages!
ā¢ Two Pages of Professional level notes on your First 15.ā¢ Free Re-entry into the contest with your updated script up to the final deadline.
āØIf you are a beginning screenwriter we guarantee that working with us through the FIRST 15 will exponentially improve your writing.
If you have any follow up questions you can email them to us and your reader will reply with answers.
CHECK OUR REVIEWS on FILMFREEWAY for our notes.
We will get you to the next level.
Just this month, a writer who consistently was a Quarterfinalist completed our Full Notes and made the changes. Her first competition since then, she was a Finalist for the first time!
WHATāS YOUR STORY?
They say that everyone has at least one great screenplay in them.
At Page Turner Screenplays, we believe that you have more and we want to help you bring those great stories out.
Regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation or economic background, Page-Turner is focused on finding and supporting great original stories with a strong voice that grips the reader from the first page to the last.
Whether the story you tell is a genre film or an indie pic, a network procedural or an edgy cable drama, a sci-fi or a comedy, we want to find the most compelling, unique, page-turning scripts out there.
We are looking for scripts that we CANāT put down.
Finally, our readers are all industry insiders.
We will not have students judging you or anyone outside of the entertainment industry. Our Judges and readers come from a variety of backgrounds within the industry that include Writers Guild of America members and Managers and Producers.
Send us your best. We look forward to supporting and helping you grow as a writer.
WE BELIEVE that feedback from working writers in the entertainment industry can provide new writers with the most up to date information of how the business really works and the level their writing needs to reach for them to succeed.
We believe that although the price may seem steep, there is great value for the truly aspiring screenwriter. This is an opportunity to receive industry level notes from professional writers in the industry and improve your script and your skills!
Our readers are Writerās Guild of America members who have pitched, sold and/or written television and features.
WE BELIEVE there is more to a competition than being judged, and that is why we created what we think is a UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY in SCREENWRITING COMPETITIONS.
We BELIEVE that your success is our success.
Soā¦ WHATāS YOUR STORY?
PAGE-TURNER: pageāturnĀ·er \ n.
A script so compelling or exciting that the reader is unable to put it down.
And thatās exactly what the PAGE-TURNER Screenplay Competition is looking for.
They say that everyone has at least one great screenplay in them.
At Page Turner Screenplays, we believe that you have more and we want to help you bring those great stories out.
*FOR IRANIAN WRITERS - If you would like to enter this competition send the USD equivalent in BTC to the address below:
BTC: 3GAD5FcTZCutJSCjPkv7X67eRMbbn4HfYC
Once you have paid in BTC, send your script to pageturnerscreenplays@gmail.com
We do NOT provide waivers.
First, Second & Third Place will receive the following:
ā¢ Your script will be sent in a lookbook to query 5,481 working producers, agents and managers in Hollywood.
ā¢ $250 to First Place
ā¢ $100 to Second Place
ā¢ Free submission to any future competition in 2024-2025.
ā¢ Winning Competition Laurels.
ā¢ A phone call with one of the judges (Writer and/or Development Exec) to give them notes or advice on how to proceed with their script.
ā¢ Any introductions we can make to producers depending upon the content.
ā¢ Ongoing follow up and recommendations for future contests.