I felt like this was a unique protagonist, one that we don’t see frequently represented in LGBTQ+ films. I was excited by the feedback. People want to know more about Will. What are his dreams? What are his demons? What’s keeping him from letting someone like Charles in? Screenwriter Alex Alvarez (WILL) Watch the Screenplay Reading: … Continue reading LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 22 2019
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LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 19 2019
It’s terrifying and humbling and exciting. I just want as many people to see the film as possible. To hear that people not only watched it but were invested in the story and had smart and enthusiastic responses was sooo rewarding. I’m very grateful. Filmmaker Erika Kramer (SHE’S MARRYING STEVE) Watch the Audience FEEDBACK Video: Submit… Continue reading LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 19 2019
LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 6 2019
I was thrilled to see a festival choosing to focus on LGBT screenplays. The feedback I received was fantastic. The notes empowered me to update the script to our current political climate and also eliminate the fluff and go for the heart. The feedback was specific and well thought out. I wish I could get… Continue reading LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 6 2019
LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 4 2019
It’s not often you find a festival celebrating and championing LGBTQ stories. And the feedback was detailed and encouraging. Plus, Toronto! I love Canada. Many family vacations there when I was growing up. And I’ve been a fervent Degrassi fan since 1987. Barry Brennessel Submit exclusively via FilmFreeway: LGBT Winning Screenplays:
LGBT Festival Testimonial – March 2 2019
Thank you so much! Your feedback was helpful and is appreciated! Hardy Publications Raising awareness through literature. https://www.chardypublications.com/ Submit exclusively via FilmFreeway: LGBT Winning Screenplays:
LGBT Festival Testimonial – February 26 2019
I have never considered submitting a screenplay to a festival. I’m used to waiting until the film is completed. While working on our short LGBT film, I was thinking about my next project and decided to just put out this screenplay to get some feedback. I love that your festival not only gave feedback, but… Continue reading LGBT Festival Testimonial – February 26 2019
LGBT Festival Testimonial – February 25 2019
I am more than pleased to recommend any newcomer writer or actor to the LGBT Toronto Film Festival. I submitted my script, Look In My Eyes, to them 2 years ago. It wasn’t accepted but their critique of my script was invaluable. I incorporated many of their comments into a rewrite and the new work… Continue reading LGBT Festival Testimonial – February 25 2019
LGBT Festival Testimonial – January 23 2019
Todd Jackson Entering this festival was awesome! Their team responded promptly and even provided feedback to help me improve my script. It was a great experience! It’s always nice hearing directly from the team at the festival and getting quality feedback. Submit exclusively via FilmFreeway: LGBT Winning Screenplays:
December 2018 Winning LGBT Stories
Submit exclusively via FilmFreeway: CASEY, 6min., USA, Drama LGBT SHORT Screenplay: CAIROS by Zach Paul BrownDecember 2018 LGBT BEST scene Screenplay: VIN & JILL by Gracious VallariousDecember 2018 *** Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival Moderators: Kierston Drier, Shepsut Wilson Casting Director: Sean Ballantyne Editor: Kimberly Villarruel Festival Directors: Mary Cox, Rachel Elder, Natasha… Continue reading December 2018 Winning LGBT Stories
LGBT Festival Testimonial – November 29 2018
Todd Jackson Entering this festival was awesome! Their team responded promptly and even provided feedback to help me improve my script. It was a great experience! It’s always nice hearing directly from the team at the festival and getting quality feedback. Submit exclusively via FilmFreeway: LGBT Winning Screenplays: LGBT Short Film Videos:
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