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Blue Eye Screenplay Contest
New York, United States · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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New York, United States
13
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- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
Overview
The Blue Eye Screenplay Contest in New York is a screenplay competition focused on short scripts rather than a traditional film festival. According to its listing, it is dedicated to aspiring screenwriters and accepts English-language scripts of 15 pages or fewer, making it notable as a short-form writing contest rather than a showcase of completed films.[1]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-39 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
- VERY_NEW
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
Festival Details
Founded
2024
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.3/ 5
Reviews
3
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