Deadline: 3 May 2011
Request for the submission of scripts for their 1-hour feature film segments for a top-ranking local drama series.
To date all 18 dramas were filmed in and around various locations in Johannesburg townships, ranging from Soweto to Westbury to Leeuwkop.
The stories tackled the tougher side of the characters’ lives and focused more on the pragmatic, yet humorous, aspects of gritty life in the township. The characters put together are real and captivating. Our dramas tell stories of women born and raised in abusive situations, and characters tested by difficult trials.
The new season of (26 dramas) will continue to push the boundaries of stories told about the large populations of the country living in the townships; while also training the new crop of writers, directors and film practitioners.
WHO MAY ENTER:
The Program is open only to scriptwriters of South African nationality who are 18 years and older.
Anyone – from first time writers, to professional writers – may submit. All applications must be typed and applicants must have access to the Internet and a computer. The script must be a contained story based in the township, or urban areas of South Africa. Selected submissions will be notified and are expected to attend at least 3 days of workshops.
SUBMISSION DOCUMENTS ARE:
1. Submission form
2. Disclaimer form*
3. 2 page synopsis/summary of the plot, characters, world of the story (i.e. the township)
4. 10 - page sample script
5. Your CV
SUBMISSION DEADLINE – DEADLINE IS THE 3rd OF MAY 2011
Submit here.