From Screenplay To Production Contest
4 K Production Samples
BIFF 2015 SPC PROJECT
MISSION
BIFF Screenplay to Production Contest (BIFF SPC) offers an opportunity for under-represented screenwriters and filmmakers to produce a film entirely from Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production to a completed finished project on 4K Definition Format
only. Selected Projects may be produced anywhere in the United States.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
BIFF SPC seeks feature-length narrative, short narrative and documentary film screenplays currently seeking funding for production and with a U.S.-based screenwriter(s). Screenplays that do not have any director or producer attached are welcome. However, if screenwriter is a director or Producer it is also eligible to participate as co-
director or co-Producer. BIFF SPC staff will later on determine if the screenwriter can be the sole director for the project. BIFF SPC staff will assign a Producer for all accepted project to ensure smooth production achievement within the available budget and timing.
The foremost constituent of the BIFF SPC is a series of productions projects to get into pre-production and production between Summer and Fall of 2015 and edited by the end of winter season in 2015.
Budget range for each project will be under $500.000.00. However, applicants who can secure a percentage of the budget are welcome to apply. Therefore, if their projects
are selected the budget may go over the estimated set up range.
We strongly encourage applicants to read the complete BIFF SPC overview Rules & Regulations before applying.
To Download the BIFF SPC entry form click here for a hard Copy of the application. https://www.withoutabox.com/login/3804
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
All Screenplay entries must be postmarked by January 23, 2015.
REQUIREMENTS
• Screenplays and documentary proposals must not have been produced already. BIFF SPC seeks new work from screenwriters who never had prior exposure with the screenplay submitted or documentary proposal within the film industry. Screenplays must be the original work of the author.
• Applicants must be residents of the United States or Puerto Rico.
• BIFF SPC is open to everyone: unknown, established and emerging filmmakers. All screenwriters are eligible regardless of professional status.
• Submitted screenplays must be in standard industry format and must be written in English. Foreign language parts of a screenplay must have English translations.
• Feature-length narrative and documentary screenplay must be between 45 to 160 pages
• Short narrative screenplay and documentary can be up to 45 pages
• The front cover page of the screenplay must have all the authors contact information.
• A one page outline or synopsis (Approximately 700 words) must be submitted along with the screenplay or printed on the back cover of the screenplay like that of a regular book cover.
• The primary representative of an invited project must be in attendance during the closing ceremony of the Boston International Film Festival event, on April 19, 2015. For
projects with directors attached, the primary representative is the screenwriter(s), although potential co-producers are encouraged to attend as well.
• Multiple entries are accepted, but each entry must be accompanied by an entry form and fee.
• Screenplays must be registered with the WGA or copyright office
(see www.wga.org or www.copyright.gov/register/performing.html).
NOTIFICATION
All applicants will be notified, by email before April 9, 2015.
JUDGING
Judging will be performed by several committees in 4 stages by industry professionals.
1- Evaluation of the script potential (Concept, story line, artistic and historical value, Impact, interest)
2- Evaluation of the screenplay physical transformation to a media format. (Script timing, locations, props, stunt, special effects, talents and legal rights licenses)
3- Approximate Budget requirements. (Above the line, below the line, post production, distribution)
4- Screenplay Selections (The number of selected projects will be base on production requirements and the capacity of production under available fund.)
A final selection committee will evaluate all applications and choose the participating projects. Selected projects (approximately 3 to 5) will be announced by June 1, 2015
ENTRY FEE
$75.00 Feature-length narrative and documentary screenplay. 45 to 160 pages
$55.00 Short narrative and documentary screenplay. up to 45 pages
APPLICATION MATERIALS
All required materials must be included with the application, and cannot be returned. We strongly encourage electronic submission through Withoutabox. Hardcopy screenplays must be double-sided, printed. All written materials should be typed in 10pt font or larger.
o Completed and signed ENTRY FORM
o completed screenplay
o Synopsis (approx. 700 words)
o Screenwriter’s statement (approx. 200 words)
o Bio (headshot; optional) of screenwriter
o Signed Release Form
o Entry Fee