To help you better understand how this system works, we’ve put together a concise overview of how to participate, what goes into your scores, and how to maximize them. Additionally, we'll share some valuable tips along the way.

Explore the world of film genres, a place where trends aren’t fleeting, and rules are made to be broken.

First impressions matter. This article discusses everything you need to know about loglines, from how to write them, to why they’re so important for your projects.

In this article, we discuss perhaps the most important part of a script, the scene. Get between the lines, and discover all the elements of a great scene.

Learn the essentials of reading movie scripts like a pro. This guide breaks down key elements, formatting, and techniques for deeper analysis.

Every great film starts with a great script. Read scripts that got it right to improve your own screenwriting. This article shares a list of the best screenplays to read if you're looking to become a better screenwriter and explains why you should be reading scripts as part of your craft.

Kinolime listens! Screenplay reader updates improve voting fairness. New progress indicators, faster page times, and helpful video added.

Find the best screenwriting competitions in 2024! This guide lists top contests, including Austin Film Festival, PAGE, Sundance, and Kinolime's unique contest.

We've heard you loud and clear! In light of plenty of requests from our new and growing Kinolime community, we have decided to provide more time for polishing those scripts by extending the submission deadline to April 4th.

Okay, so you’ve finally written that screenplay that you’ve always wanted to write. The next step is to get your screenplay noticed by agencies and producers.

Attention Screenwriters and Film Lovers. Hear Our Call. This is why we decided to do this! This is us.

Dream of catching the eye of an agent, an exec, or a big-name company with your spec script? Getting to grips with Script Coverage is your first step towards making that dream a reality.

Starting December 4th, Kinolime will be officially accepting screenplay submissions. So, if you've got a gem of an unmade screenplay gathering dust, now's your chance to brush it off and showcase your storytelling talent!

From screenplay competitions and film festivals to script submission platforms and production companies, the opportunities are out there for anyone who thinks they've got what it takes to become a working screenwriter.

Brought to you by Kinolime, this article celebrates these pioneering women who are scripting a revolution, creating a tapestry of stories that are as diverse, complex, and authentic as the voices behind them.

Top 5 most important aspects of a script that every screenwriter should know.

Writer’s block can be the absolute worst thing to find yourself dealing with as a screenwriter. Here are some tips for dealing with writer’s block and reboot your creativity.

All stories need some kind of conflict; otherwise, they'd be pretty boring! But not all conflicts are created equal: some will pull more readers than others.

A setting is any environment where a story takes place. But the setting is more than just the scene of location. We are going to show what setting is and why it’s important for you to polish your settings in your screenwriting so that it shines through in the film production.

One of the most important parts of any narrative is the character. It's your job as a writer to turn what could be a sketchy, unmemorable person into a fully-fleshed character with a unique personality, quirks, and motives that will come to life in film.