Med Screen Arts Screenwriting Competition
All great films begin with a compelling story that evolves into a well-crafted script. At the Screen Arts Centre, this process sits at the heart of our educational and creative philosophy.
The Med Screen Arts Screenwriting Competition was launched to celebrate original storytelling and to provide writers with the opportunity to have their work critically reviewed within a professional, industry-informed framework. The competition attracted over 1,100 submissions from writers worldwide, reflecting a wide range of voices, genres, and cultural perspectives.
Submitted screenplays were assessed by an international jury of senior film and television professionals, including an Oscar-nominated and Palme d’Or-winning director and a former senior studio executive from CBS, FOX, and Lifetime.
The competition was delivered exclusively through FilmFreeway, the world’s leading platform for film festivals and creative competitions, ensuring broad international access and a transparent submission process.
Congratulations, Mary Craven Adams
Winner – Unusually Cold
Finalists & Nominees - Well Done!
Honorary Judge
Bruce Vinokour
The Honorary Judge for this year's competition is Bruce Vinokour, a television packaging agent
at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for nearly 45 years, represents top authors and estates, and
packages major TV projects like "JOHN ADAMS" and "THE WALKING DEAD." His most recent work features the FX and Hulu series, "Shogun", that has just been renewed for Seasons 2 and 3.
Our Judges
Roland Joffé
British acclaimed Palme d'Or winner, Academy Award and Golden Globe nominated director and producer with over 50 years of industry experience, directed The Killing Fields, The Mission and Vatel.
Trevor Walton
Senior television executive with extensive experience in leading 4 North American network scripted departments; CBS, FOX, LIFETIME and the CBC. Considerable experience in developing and executive producing international co-productions.
