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Hollywood Just4Shorts Film and Screenplay Competition
Los Angeles, United States · Est. 2014 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Los Angeles, United States
20
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- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- Name exploits prestigious film city without actual connection
- No physical screenings
Overview
Hollywood Just4Shorts Film and Screenplay Competition is a Los Angeles-based short-form contest focused on short films and unproduced short screenplays. It is notable for offering winning filmmakers and writers increased industry exposure, including consideration by Hollywood professionals for representation, talent discovery, and possible adaptation opportunities.[1][2]
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+16 pts)
- 12 years of verifiable history
- 3 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-46 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- Name exploits prestigious film city without actual connection
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2014
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.9/ 5
Reviews
302
Synced 4 days ago
- Martin V GeorgeJul 2024
Thank you so much so choosing BOLI ...BEYOND WORDS as a winner. I greatly appreciate it.
- Alexandria GreilingAug 2024
What an honor is is to win best horror short!! Thank you sooo much! I'm so happy your team loved my film "What's This?" This was my first film I've written and directed, the hard work totally has paid off with this win! Thank you again!! : ) Can't wait to make more horror!
- Sharyn HaydenAug 2024
Thank you for awarding HEADSHOTS a finalist badge for your screenplay competition. As a newcomer to the screenwriting world, it has given me a much-appreciated nod of encouragement! See you next time!
- Francis BautistaAug 2024
We are honored to have been chosen for Best Drama Short! They were very communicative and I woud definitely recommend this festival for first time filmmakers.
- thomas Marshall-WoodAug 2024
I was lucky enough to be a Finalist in July 2024 (Mr Ottoman's pet crematorium), a Finalist in Jan 2022 (Sometimes... it's best not to know), and a Winner in Nov 2021 (Heaven insurance). Thanks for giving my confidence a boost. Will definitely enter again.
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