Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
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New York International Screenplay Awards
Brooklyn, United States · Est. 2015 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Brooklyn, United States
30
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- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Overview
The New York International Screenplay Awards (NYISA) is a Brooklyn-based international screenplay competition rather than a traditional film festival, focused on discovering and promoting screenwriting talent from around the world. It is notable for connecting winners and finalists with U.S. industry professionals, and for pairing its awards with networking events and red-carpet ceremonies in New York City, which gives it visibility within the screenwriting and independent film circuit.[1][2][3][4]
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+16 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- 3 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- AWARD_MILL_NAME
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2015
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.6/ 5
Reviews
150
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- SHUBHANJAN DASSep 2023
I am grateful and wish to thank the organisers and jury of the festival for selecting two of my screenplays @ MELALEUCA and @ THE WAITING ROOM as quarter finalists in the festival . Means a lot to me . Thanks once again .
- Fatima Anna CesariMay 2024
I am really happy that my project has reached the quarter-finals. Thank you very much!
- Tamara GreenMay 2024
I am 100% shocked and honoured my screenplay, The Matter of Mr. Miller, made it to the finals! While I was unable to attend the event the opportunities provided via the sponsored prizes are still incredible. NYISA's communication has been top-of-the-line. I could kick myself for not paying for feedback, though; so, don't kick yourself and just go for the feedback! Thank you NYISA and all the moving parts that make this festival happen.
- Ryan WhittalMay 2024
I had such a great time at the awards ceremony celebrating the winners, finalists, and competition organizers. Thank you for recognizing my TV pilot, "Margaret White" and for all of the support!
- KEVIN STARKSMay 2024
Great festival, thanks for accepting My script. I would definitely recommend this for inspiring writers.
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