Join us at the International Indie Screenplay Festival! We celebrate the art of storytelling through the written word. Whether you're a rising student screenwriter, an indie auteur, or an experienced storyteller with a bold vision, this is your stage.

From short films to full-length features, from experimental scripts to genre-defying narratives, we welcome screenplays of all kinds. This festival is more than a competition, it's a community built around creativity, collaboration, and the love of cinema.

🌟 What to Expect?

- Screenplay showcases across genres and formats

- Live table reads and feedback sessions

- Industry panels and Q&A with writers, producers, and directors

- Networking events to connect with fellow writers and filmmakers

- Awards recognizing excellence in screenwriting across multiple categories

Whether you're here to compete, connect, or be inspired, the International Indie Screenplay Festival is the place where stories come to life... on the page and beyond.

Awards & Prizes

Best Screenplay Short Film
Best Screenplay Feature Film
Best Screenplay Student Project
Best First-Time Screenwriter Project
Best Character Development Screenplay
Best Dialogue Screenplay
Best Plot-Twist Screenplay
Best Sci-Fi Screenplay
Best Comedy Screenplay
Best Horror Screenplay

Rules & Terms

1. Eligibility

Open to writers of all experience levels and nationalities.

Submissions accepted from individuals, writing teams, and students.

All genres and formats are welcome: short, feature-length, episodic pilots, student scripts, experimental works, etc.

2. Submission Formats

All screenplays must be submitted in PDF format.

Scripts must be written in English. Non-English scripts must include an English translation.

File name must include the title of the script only (no author names, to ensure fair judging).

3. Script Requirements

Short Screenplays: 1–30 pages

Feature-Length Screenplays: 70–130 pages

Student Projects: No page requirement, but must be accompanied by valid student ID or enrollment proof

Experimental/Other Formats: Page length flexible, but must include a brief synopsis explaining the concept

4. Originality & Rights

All submitted material must be the original work of the applicant(s).

The applicant(s) must own all rights to the submitted screenplay.

Adaptations of public domain works are permitted but must be clearly labeled.

5. Multiple Entries

Multiple submissions are allowed, but each script must be submitted separately with its own entry fee.

6. Co-Writers

Co-authored scripts are accepted. Only one of the writers needs to submit, but all co-writers must be credited.

Awards will be issued in the name of the submitting writer unless otherwise requested.

7. Judging Process

All scripts will be read and scored by a panel of industry professionals and seasoned readers.

Judging is anonymous; please do not include your name or contact info on the script itself.

8. Entry Fees

All entry fees are non-refundable.

Fees are used to support the festival operations, jury panel, and awards.

9. Notification

Finalists and winners will be notified via email and announced on the festival website and social media channels.

Selected scripts may be invited for a live or virtual table read.

10. Legal

Submission does not guarantee selection or award.

By submitting, you agree that the festival may use your title, logline, and script excerpts for promotional purposes (with proper credit).

All rights to the script remain with the writer.

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  • Denis Cuillerier

    Thank you so much for selecting my screenplay ''Work''! All the staff were so welcoming and warm. Great venue and just such a nice festival in general.

    March 2026
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  • Archie K. Chester

    I was honored to be apart of the IISF. This was my first time attending as a finalist. I've attended in the past as a viewer so this year was extra special:)

    March 2026
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  • Miroslav Vaník

    Excellent communication! Great contest. I highly recommend it!

    March 2026
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  • Leontien Crnić

    This festival is simply one of the best. Fantastic venue, always a great lineup and pairing of screenplays, in a beautiful setting. Really screenwriter and filmmaker friendly. Highly recommend.

    March 2026
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  • Albert Skjønhaug

    Amazing festival! The programming was fantastic and top notch. The staff was professional and very communicative. The Indie Screenplay community was very welcoming and supportive of the arts. Looking forward to coming back!

    March 2026
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