Flowfeel Fests and Contests

08/28/2026

Indie doesn’t mean disconnected. 🔔

We’ve spent years building real relationships—
with agents, casting directors, indie studios, and brands.

And we’ve used those connections to open doors for our alumni.

With our help our creators have:
→ Signed with top agencies (CAA, UTA, WME)
→ Worked with Netflix, HBO, Disney + many more
→ Built social audiences in the millions

This isn’t hope. It’s track record.

We’ve BUILT something bigger—
a community where indie creators don’t have to figure it out alone.

FlowFeel is where creators connect to opportunity—and each other. 🤩
JOIN US!

08/26/2026

A nearly seven-figure spec sale. From two relatively unknown writers. In 2026. (https://deadline.com/2026/08/sony-preempts-ballad-of-the-ember-knight-14th-century-spec-1237030382/)

That’s the remarkable part.

At a time when we hear constantly about how HARD it is to break in, stories like this are a reminder that a great script can still change the conversation.

For every writer submitting to a festival, entering a contest, sending out a query, or opening Final Draft again after another rejection: keep going! 🥇

The industry is difficult. The path is unpredictable. But new voices still break through. Scripts still get discovered. Careers can still start with someone reading page one.

That’s why we are here! 🎬 SUBMIT NOW: https://www.flowfeelfilms.com/festivals-contests

08/21/2026

We want to keep you UPDATED on the status of a couple of our upcoming fests and contests. 👩‍🏫

Chicago Script to Screen will be coming up this Fall. We are rolling out our decisions now - watch for the results! It's no secret as to what a difficult but TRUE honor it is to be looking at your work!

LA Comedy Film Fest is not until later in the year, but we are beginning to look at the submissions and setting a great event!

Got a project for us? Script, film or pilot? ** Submit now ** https://www.flowfeelfilms.com/festivals-contests

08/19/2026

We have the BEST fests - on , and . Be sure to look into these other options! 🎯 Don't get LOST on FilmFreeway.

Submit to-
LA Comedy Film Fest:
HIKKE: https://hiike.com/festivals/festival-8679xh
ISA: https://www.networkisa.org/competitions/view/laccff

Great American Script Contest:
ISA: https://www.networkisa.org/competitions/view/gasc
Stage 32: https://www.stage32.com/happy-writers/contests/The-Great-American-Script-Contest

Chicago Script to Screen:
ISA: https://www.networkisa.org/competitions/view/chicago-script-to-screen

08/13/2026

WHY YOU SHOULD MAKE A PROOF OF CONCEPT RN 🎬

Stop waiting until you can make the whole movie.

Make the scene.
Make the teaser.
Make the proof of concept!

A great proof of concept can show people what a screenplay alone can’t:

→ Your tone + visual world
→ What your characters feel like on screen
→ Your ability to actually execute the idea
→ The audience your project could reach
→ Why someone should want to invest, produce, represent, or collaborate

And you don’t need a BIG budget to do it.

Pick the part of your project that makes people say, “I want to see more of THAT.”

Then make that.

The industry doesn’t just need another PDF sitting in an inbox. Give them something they can watch.
🔔🎥

08/05/2026

🏆 What Makes a Script Stand Out: Film Fest Staff Tells All 🏆

As we get ready to announce the latest season of The Great American Script Contest, more advice from us on getting your project into contests!

For our readers and judges, clarity, honesty and attention is important. Not just in writing but also in your submission.

When you submit, ask yourself:
• Are all the submission fields filled out fully and properly?
• Is my bio truthful and reflective of my skills?
• Is my website and social media etc. linked correctly?

08/03/2026

Reminder. Chicago Script to Screen is coming this Fall. Announcements soon!

** UPDATE TIME **

As we head into the Holiday Week and grab some much needed recharging, we want to keep you updated on the status of a couple of our closest approaching fests and contests. 👩‍🏫

Chicago Script to Screen will be coming up this Fall. We are deep into rating projects. We make it no secret as to what a difficult but real honor it is to be looking at your work!

LA Comedy Film Fest is not until later in the year, but we are beginning to look at the submissions and planning a great event!

Lastly, we are always adding new elements and opportunities to FlowFeel Fests. The near future is no different. Look for some BIG announcements soon!

Got a project for us? Script, film or pilot? Submit now! https://www.flowfeelfilms.com/festivals-contests

07/29/2026

Fests like ours used to be about building toward a goal of distribution.
But in today’s industry, it can’t be the only goal. 🎯
Too many filmmakers are chasing “getting picked up” while giving away control, audience access, and long-term leverage in the process.

The real shift?
Audience building is part of the creative work now. And the right festival, the right team is a huge asset to you! 🔔

We help you build relationships directly with people — before, during, and after the project.

That’s part of what we’ve been doing at FlowFeel for almost 15 years through our festivals, alumni network, and creator community: helping filmmakers, actors, writers, and digital creators grow both the work and the audience around it. Nothing new to us!

Hollywood is hybrid now.
The pipeline isn’t just about access anymore — it’s about sustainability. That's where we come in! (www.Flowfeelfilms.com)