Restaurateur Stephen Starr Supports the “Set In Philadelphia” Screenwriting Competition
Restaurateur Stephen Starr, a renowned figure in the culinary world, is lending his support to the “Set In Philadelphia” Screenwriting Competition, organized by the Greater Philadelphia Film Office. As the grand prize sponsor, Starr is offering a generous $10,000 cash reward to the writer of the best feature-length screenplay that captures the essence of Philadelphia and can be produced in the Greater Philadelphia region.
Promoting Philadelphia Flavor in Screenwriting
Starr’s enthusiasm for the city’s creative endeavors is evident in his sponsorship of the “Set In Philadelphia” Screenwriting Competition. While Starr’s passion lies in film and television production, his entrepreneurial journey led him to establish successful restaurants instead. Nevertheless, his love for the art form and pride in his hometown has inspired him to support aspiring talent through this competition.
Starr expressed his excitement about sponsoring the grand prize, stating, “As a film lover with immense hometown pride, I’m honored to sponsor this year’s Grand Prize in the ‘Set In Philadelphia’ Screenwriting Competition. I wanted to be a film and television producer long before I got into hospitality, but I ended up producing restaurants instead. I applaud the Greater Philadelphia Film Office for their success in fostering rising talent and attracting production to our great city.”
Open to Worldwide Talent
The “Set In Philadelphia” Screenwriting Competition welcomes submissions from screenwriters worldwide. Participants are encouraged to submit original feature-length screenplays or TV pilot scripts that can be produced in the Greater Philadelphia Metropolitan area. The competition accepts scripts of all genres and evaluates them based on their overall quality and compatibility with regional shooting. The panel of esteemed judges includes renowned producers, writers, and actors with connections to Philadelphia.
GPFO Executive Director Sharon Pinkenson expressed her gratitude, saying, “Stephen Starr is such an extraordinary innovator, lifelong leader, and friend to the Film Office. We are thrilled to present the Grand Prize in his honor.”
Honoring Diverse Voices and Creativity
In addition to the grand prize, the “Set In Philadelphia” competition offers several other prestigious awards. The Comcast/NBCUniversal-sponsored TV Prime Time Award carries a prize of $5,000, while the Oscar Micheaux Award, sponsored by VestedIn, recognizes the best screenplay by a Philadelphia-area resident of the African Diaspora and offers a $2,500 cash reward. The Nina Lo Presti Award, sponsored by Laurie Lo Presti, celebrates the best screenplay by a female writer with a $2,500 prize. Furthermore, Content for Kids, sponsored by Hallee and David Adelman, supports exceptional screenplays targeted at young audiences.
Set In Philadelphia Screenwriting Competition Deadline
The final submission deadline for the “Set In Philadelphia” Screenwriting Competition is August 7th, 2023. Screenwriters aspiring to showcase their talent and capture the spirit of Philadelphia are encouraged to visit the official website for more details and submission guidelines.
Participate in this exciting competition, embrace the city’s unique flavor, and seize the opportunity to shine in the vibrant world of screenwriting.
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