2020 Feature Retreat & Fellowship Contest is Open

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We are officially accepting submissions for our 2020 Feature Retreat & Fellowship Competition! Send us your best work for the opportunity to attend the retreat and win the Feature Fellowship, which includes a one year mentorship with two entertainment industry professionals and a $10,000 award!

THIS YEAR’S RETREAT

This year’s retreat takes place October 17th – 20th in Idyllwild, CA. Attendees receive three 90-minute one-on-one sessions with CineStory mentors. During these sessions, attendees can discuss anything from the script(s) they submitted for feedback to jump-starting their writing careers.

When not meeting in one-on-one sessions, attendees participate in “informal rooms,” which are interactive sessions run by two to three mentors. Informal rooms cover topics ranging from pitching like a pro to the state of filmmaking in the digital age. In addition, attendees and mentors gather for meals, drinks, film screenings, and other special events.

IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES

As noted above, this year’s retreat takes place on October 17th – October 22nd. Our submission deadlines and fees are listed below, along with approximate announcement dates.

Deadlines and Submission Fees

  • Early Deadline – January 19, 2020 ($60)
  • Regular Deadline – February 8, 2020 ($70)
  • Late Deadline – March 15, 2020 ($80)
  • Extended Late Deadline – April 19, 2020 ($85)

Announcements

  • Quarterfinalists – Mid-June
  • Semifinalists/Invitees – Early August
  • Finalists – Early September
  • Fellow – Mid-September

Click here for additional details about our Feature Retreat & Fellowship Contest.

SUBMISSIONS

Take advantage of our our Early Deadline Submission Fee, offered until January 19, 2020! We want to read your scripts – submit now!

 

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