Manchester Film Festival Screenplay Competition
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The Manchester Film Festival Screenplay Competition is the script prize attached to the BAFTA-qualifying Manchester Film Festival, an established independent film event in Manchester. It is notable for pairing screenplay awards with a live, in-person festival that includes screenings, industry talks, networking, and feedback from filmmaking peers and industry insiders, and the broader festival showcases independent feature-length and short films from around the world across many genres, including documentary, animation, and experimental work.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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