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Ettlingen, Germany · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
The Ergocinema Drehbuchpreis is a screenplay award based in Ettlingen, Germany, run by Ergocinema and presented in the context of the INDEPENDENT DAYS film festival in Karlsruhe. It is notable for promoting screenwriting in the German-speaking region, welcoming feature-film scripts across genres, and combining a cash prize with dramaturgical support.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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