Austin Film Meet Screenplay Read & Review Events
Looking to sharpen your storytelling skills or practice your acting chops? This is your chance to join a vibrant community of creatives at our upcoming online event. We’re bringing screenwriters, filmmakers, and actors together for an engaging group reading of a full-length screenplay or a series of short screenplays, followed by a lively discussion.
In-Depth Exploration:
After the reading, dive into an in-depth discussion where we’ll dissect the screenplay’s structure, pacing, characters, and dialogue. You’ll get the chance to share your insights, learn from others, and uncover what works and what doesn’t. This is a golden opportunity to refine your craft through collaboration and constructive feedback. In order to achieve honest, open discussion, we ask that writers do not speak during the reading or discussion, however they will be given a chance to ask specific questions once the discussion has concluded.
Actors, Practice Your Craft:
This event isn’t just for writers. Actors will find a supportive space to practice their reading and acting skills, bringing the scripts to life and adding depth to the discussion.
Network and Grow:
Meet fellow screenwriters, filmmakers, and actors in a supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to develop your storytelling or acting, this event offers something for everyone.
Who Can Attend:
We welcome creatives at all levels. Non-writers are also welcome as we always need readers and value your feedback as well. All are welcome! Both AFM members and guests are welcome to attend. If you do not have an AFM account, you can join for FREE as a guest. Once you are logged in you will be able to see hidden meeting details on this page.
Hosted By:
Founder & Director H.Cherdon Bedford and/or Volunteer Reneaux Ruffin is a trained, skilled writer and we are so lucky he will be hosting our Screenplay Read & Reviews in 2024. Thank you Reneaux!
Upcoming Screenplay Read & Review Events
Please choose the date you wish to attend and RSVP.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – AFM Screenplay Read & Review (ONLINE)
Calling All Screenwriters, Filmmakers, and Actors: Looking to sharpen your storytelling skills or practice your acting chops? This is your chance to join a vibrant community of creatives at our upcoming online event. We’re bringing screenwriters, filmmakers, and...
Read & Review Screenplay Submission Info
Are you ready to hear your script read aloud by real people and get constructive feedback?
Then it’s time to submit for a Screenplay Read & Review…
Submission Guidelines:
Your screenplay submission must include a logline, page count and list of character descriptions. Screenplays should be complete, properly formatted and free of typos as much as possible. Early versions welcome. If you need help with writing, loglines, proper formatting or completing your screenplay, please attend our Writing Group.
Characters:
Character descriptions should include each character’s name, character’s age or age range, character’s gender pronouns, a short description of each character’s personality or traits if specific to helps actors give better readings. Please indicate which characters have no speaking lines.
Genre & Length:
We encourage submissions of any length in any genre including but not limited to narrative, documentary, commerical, animation, live action, series pilots or episodes, and online video content.
Readers:
If your script is selected, we will help assign actors to read the roles. If you have anyone in mind already, please include their name and email in your submission.
How It Works:
If you haven’t yet, please attend a Screenplay Read & Review event to see how it works and to provide feedback for others and pay it forward. If your screenplay is selected, you must attend the reading. We ask that you do not provide any information or answer any questions during the reading or feedback session, as this can discourage honest, open responses from feedbackers. We will conduct the reading and any discussion to follow. Please do not answer any questions or provide response to comments. It’s best to listen to what people say and refrain from responding in order to encourage open, honest conversation about your screenplay following the reading. When the reading and discussion have closed, you may ask questions.
Agreement:
By submitting your screenplay, you agree to allow Austin Film Meet and our staff, attendees and members to view your screenplay and provide feedback. You also agree that Austin Film Meet may make audio or video recording of the event which may be used for documentary or marketing purposes. Your screenplay may be included in the recording but will not be used in full.
Congratulations on your screenplay! Thank you for your submission!
Screenplay Read & Review Reader Submission
Interested in being a reader at the next table reading? Please submit your information below.
RECORDING: For some projects, Austin Film Meet may make an audio recording of the reading, which will be made available to writers or used for marketing or educational purposes. By submitting to be a reader, you agree to have your voice recorded for archival and marketing purposes.
I’m H.Cherdon (pronounced SHARE+done) Austin Film Meet's Founder, Director & Host. My soul thrives on creating, so I make things: stories, books, blogs, films, art, side hustles, too many sweets and even people. I’m a passionate, compassionate, glass-half-full kind of person driven by a strong need for deep human connection and a close-knit, supportive community.
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