Welcome to the UK Short Script Competition

We are no longer accepting applicants for the UK Short Script Competition. While you are here take a look around, listen to some podcasts and leave Julie some comments or questions.

GRAND PRIZE:

Over £1000 – A complete package of script & story analysis, designed to prepare a real feature film script for the Hollywood market:

• Free tuition at Julie Gray’s UK Course
• Full coverage of your draft from a Script Department Reader.
• 1 Hour phone consultation with Julie Gray.
• Career counselling and notes from Henri Sant-Cassia
• Gift certificate for The Writers Store.

Deadline:

February 22nd, 2010 (midnight (GMT)

Winner Announced:

March 1st, 2010

Fee:

Only $10 USD!

Helpful Tips:

1. Write with passion.
2. Keep it tight, economy is vital.
3. Film is a visual medium; write cinematically!
4. Use conflict to drive the story forward.
5. Remember, show – don’t tell.
6. Study short films, especially critical picks and Oscar winners.
7. Be Effing Entertaining!
8. Have fun.