Sundance Film Festival
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100
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New York Script Awards
New York, United States · Est. 2020 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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New York, United States
28
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- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Overview
The New York Script Awards is an IMDb-qualifying screenplay competition based in New York that focuses on celebrating screenwriting and live table readings. It is notable for giving emerging and independent writers a platform for recognition and for presenting selected scripts in performed readings by professional actors, which helps connect writers with industry audiences.
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 6 years of verifiable history
- 2 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
Festival Details
Founded
2020
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.8/ 5
Reviews
252
Synced 19 days ago
- Michael HenchionNov 2025
I was more than delighted to have been a Finalist in your competition and thank you for your kind words with regard to my script. This result will encourage me to continue with my writing and do even better in the future. Thank you.
- Karlyle TommsNov 2025
I'm very grateful to have been part of this competition and grateful for my placement.
- Samuel BeaumontNov 2025
I had a great experience with the New York Script Awards. Communication was clear and timely. My feature script BLUEBIRD was recognised as a Finalist and awarded Best First-Time Screenwriter (Feature), which was both encouraging and motivating as an emerging writer. I definitely recommend this competition to other screenwriters looking for thoughtful recognition and a credible festival to add to their track record.
- Robert GodwinNov 2025
The festival gives exposure to my writing that is important. Players in the industry read and discuss work at levels that justify the award status of the New York Script Awards. As an authorized IMDB festival it is recognition I could not get anywhere else. Great PR!
- Bryan HarlowNov 2025
Can't rightly argue with a positive experience after winning Best TV Pilot script! Thank you guys so much! I appreciate the vote of confidence for this passion project! I'll be posting Burning Virtue on The Blacklist and Inktip with a few more wins and selections.
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