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East Bay Film Society Screenwriting Competition
United States · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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United States
13
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The East Bay Film Society Screenwriting Competition is a screenplay contest in the United States that emphasizes storytelling rooted in film history. It is notable for its "Honoring Film History" theme, written feedback for all submissions, and categories that include Classics, Modern Classics, and Genre Tributes.[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
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score13/100
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