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Napa Valley StreamFest | The Big Short Script Competition
United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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United States
9
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Big Short Script Competition, presented by Napa Valley StreamFest in partnership with Script Anatomy, is a short screenplay competition focused on identifying production-ready scripts. It offers significant funding, mentorship, and a live table read at the Napa Valley StreamFest, aiming to move winning scripts from page to screen. The competition is part of the broader Napa Valley StreamFest, which celebrates diverse forms of 'streamertainment,' from feature films to social media content, and aims to revolutionize the traditional festival model by embracing modern content consumption.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-41 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- Limited or unverifiable history
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
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Legitimacy Score9/100
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