#AoBFF21 Call For Entries
Films and Screenplays
Oct. 12, 2020 - May 2, 2021
The Art of Brooklyn Film Festival is a unique event that brings Brooklyn’s celebrated film and media makers together with their peers across the country and around the world. The award-winning AoBFF is a filmmaker-focused event, platform and showcase for exciting emerging creators and established voices. We partner with film distributors and media organizations, host world-class talkbacks, create innovative programming for networking and skill building, and screen in state-of-the-art theaters for enthusiastic audiences across Brooklyn.
Our 2020 Festival was our first-ever Digital Edition, produced in response to the Covid pandemic. Rather than delay or cancel, our dedicated team of organizers was able to pivot early and produce a full 12-day festival on schedule, screening over 70 films, livestreaming filmmaker talkbacks, and hosting special events, all for a worldwide audience. We partnered with Eventive to launch as one of the first fests on their new Virtual Festival Platform, which streams films with studio-grade DRM protection. Thanks to the enthusiastic support of our wonderful filmmakers and audiences, we were able to have an incredibly successful 10th Anniversary, providing a showcase for independent art and community at a time when it was needed most.
As we plan our 2021 Festival, our goal is to produce a hybrid event that combines both in-person and Virtual (online) elements. We will follow NYC’s guidelines closely to determine what in-person events are possible in June 2021, based on rules for indoor gatherings as well as venue availability. The safety of our community is always our priority as we strive to deliver a world-class festival experience.
Our 2020 Festival was our first-ever Digital Edition, produced in response to the Covid pandemic. Rather than delay or cancel, our dedicated team of organizers was able to pivot early and produce a full 12-day festival on schedule, screening over 70 films, livestreaming filmmaker talkbacks, and hosting special events, all for a worldwide audience. We partnered with Eventive to launch as one of the first fests on their new Virtual Festival Platform, which streams films with studio-grade DRM protection. Thanks to the enthusiastic support of our wonderful filmmakers and audiences, we were able to have an incredibly successful 10th Anniversary, providing a showcase for independent art and community at a time when it was needed most.
As we plan our 2021 Festival, our goal is to produce a hybrid event that combines both in-person and Virtual (online) elements. We will follow NYC’s guidelines closely to determine what in-person events are possible in June 2021, based on rules for indoor gatherings as well as venue availability. The safety of our community is always our priority as we strive to deliver a world-class festival experience.
NEW FOR 2021:
Everyone who enters a film or screenplay to AoBFF gets a free webinar from Roadmap Writers!
Everyone who enters a film or screenplay to AoBFF gets a free webinar from Roadmap Writers!
All FilmFreeway Gold members receive a discounted entry fee.
Or use code AOBFF21 to save 20%!
Or use code AOBFF21 to save 20%!
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EARLY BIRD DEADLINE:
Nov. 13, 2020 FEATURES: 40 SHORTS: 30 SCREENPLAYS: 30 |
REGULAR DEADLINE:
Feb. 19, 2021 FEATURES: 65 SHORTS: 55 SCREENPLAYS: 55 |
LATE DEADLINE:
April 12, 2021 FEATURES: 85 SHORTS: 70 SCREENPLAYS: 70 |
EXTENDED DEADLINE
May 2, 2021 FEATURES: 95 SHORTS: 80 SCREENPLAYS: 80 |
2021 Screenplay Competition
The future of narrative storytelling is in the hands of the next generation of writers — and AoBFF believes in celebrating diverse creative voices from all over the world. For 2021 we've expanded our screenplay competition with exciting new partnerships, prestigious judging, fantastic prize packages, and great networking opportunities.
** As part of our mission to support emerging writers, everyone who enters will receive a FREE webinar from Roadmap Writers.**
** As part of our mission to support emerging writers, everyone who enters will receive a FREE webinar from Roadmap Writers.**
Unproduced film or TV scripts (in English) in any genre, 120 pages maximum are eligible. Entries are scored by a team of professional script readers, managed by our Script Contest Director, Gina Leone. All entrants receive a free webinar from Roadmap Writhers. Our Official Selections, Semi-Finalists and Finalists will be named as part of the 2021 AoBFF. Our Grand Prize winner will be selected by award-winning writer/producer Dave Chan. We will announce Official Selections for all accepted screenplays, then award laurels for winners in the following categories:
• Feature Films: Action/Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Thriller/Horror.
• TV Pilots: Drama, Comedy.
• Short Films: One winning Short Screenplay (not genre-specific.)
• Feature Films: Action/Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Thriller/Horror.
• TV Pilots: Drama, Comedy.
• Short Films: One winning Short Screenplay (not genre-specific.)
Build your career in 2021 with the Art of Brooklyn Film Festival Screenplay Competition, featuring Prizes from VPF, Roadmap Writers, InkTip Lit Entertainment and more.
Screenplay Competition Partners:
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2021 Screenplay Grand Prize:
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Screenplay Competition Prizes:
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For all Quarter-Finalists:
• A free webinar from Roadmap Writers • A live, interactive group pitch session from Roadmap Writers for all film AND screenplay selections For all Semi-Finalists: • A free webinar from Roadmap Writers • A live, interactive group pitch session from Roadmap Writers • 15% discount for products and services from Roadmap Writers • One free pitch from VPF For all Finalists: • Free webinar from Roadmap Writers • Live, interactive group pitch session from Roadmap Writers • 15% discount for products and services from Roadmap Writers • Package of 5 free pitches from VPF • Free listing on InkTip |
