American Screenwriting Conference
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The American Screenwriting Conference in Sacramento is a screenwriting-focused event founded in 2004 by Dr. Lew Hunter of UCLA, and it is presented as part of the Sacramento International Film Festival. It is notable for its strong emphasis on screenplay craft and industry education, offering official selection status and access to a larger three-day festival environment rather than functioning as a conventional film-only showcase.[1][2][6]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 20 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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