BFI London Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
100
Tier AFIAPFOscarScreenings
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Oxford Script Awards
Oxford, United Kingdom · Est. 2021 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Oxford, United Kingdom
28
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- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Overview
The Oxford Script Awards is an IMDb-qualifying screenplay festival in Oxford, United Kingdom, founded to recognize emerging screenwriting talent worldwide. It is notable for focusing on scripts rather than finished films, with categories for feature, short, television, and first-time writers, and for positioning itself as a pathway to production through industry connections and recognition.
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 5 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
2021
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.8/ 5
Reviews
239
Synced 19 days ago
- Richard LanoixJan 2026
Thank you for selecting my feature screenplay as a Finalist at the Oxford Script Awards. I’m honored to have my work recognized by your jury and appreciate the time and care taken in the evaluation process. I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of this year’s festival.
- Sue du FeuJan 2026
Thanks to the Oxford Script Awards team for their hard work reading and judging all the entries. I am thrilled to be named as the winner in the First Time Writer category for my feature The Pulling Game. Thank you!
- Megan CullenJan 2026
Thank you Oxford Script Awards. Grateful to have The Disappearing Act amongst the selection of finalists!
- Diane SismourJan 2026
To the Festival Committee and Volunteers, Thank you so much for recognizing The Doll Keeper as a Finalist. My team and I appreciate all the work involved in organizing such an event, and we understand all that you do and appreciate you all. Best, Diane
- Thorsten SchadeFeb 2026
Great festival. You are in good hands. I can only recommend it.
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