Archives for May 2021

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TRICKS OF THE TRADE: CRAFTING EFFECTIVE AND ENGAGING DIALOGUE

05/26/2021 AFF Blog, Tricks of the Trade, Writing Wisdom

Actions will define your characters, make us care about them, but what hooks us is how they speak, the words they say. Dialogue is an integral part of the writing process and creating effective and... Read More

First Wave of 2021 Script Competition Semifinalist Judge Announcements!

05/05/2021 AFF Blog, Competitions, Juror Announcements, News, Screenplay Competition

We're excited to announce the first wave of judges for our 2021 Script Competitions! Here's the list in alphabetical order: Jacobo Aparicio International TV and Film Coordinator at Anonymous Content Jacobo Aparicio works at Anonymous... Read More

7 SCREENWRITERS TO WATCH TIPS BEFORE SUBMITTING

Over the years, we have had our prestigious Screenwriters to Watch give their tips for becoming successful screenwriters and filmmakers. These industry tips include their most valuable lessons learned while pursuing their careers and how... Read More

7 REASONS WHY TO SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT TO AFF

As the initial deadline for the Austin Film Festival's 2023 Screenplay and Film Competitions approaches in a week, we want to encourage you to submit your work with us before the Early Bird Deadline on... Read More

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