Evaluation by Adult for Screenplay 2023
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Title of screenplay you are reviewing. *
Please use exact title as it is on the application form, including any punctuation.
Your Name *
Your name will be removed on copy sent to screenwriter.
Brief description of screenplay. *
Include: Genre; Locale, Period. You may use the description from the filmfreeway entry as a take off point.
Number of pages *
A1. Does this screenplay meet the KIDS FIRST! Criteria? *
No gratuitous violence; No inappropriate sexual behavior: No bias in terms of race, gender or religion; No replicable unsafe behavior. No condescension towards children.
Required
A2. Describe why it does not meet the KIDS FIRST! Criteria and if you are uncertain, describe why.  If it meets the KF criteria, skip this one.
A3. What are the greatest strengths and weaknesses of this script? *
Consider the characters, structure, dialogue and tone.
A4. Do you believe this script has commercial potential? Why or why not? *
Explain who you think the audience for this film is and why they would want to see it.
B1. Concept & originality. On a one to 10 scale, how many points do you give the concept and originality? *
Max 10 points.
B1a. Describe whether or not you believe the concept is original or not and why you gave it the rating you did. *
B2. Plot. On a one to 10 scale, how many points do you give the plot? *
B2a. Describe the plot - its clarity, logic, emotional impact and dramatic drive. Describe the conflict and resolution if appropriate, and why you gave it the rating you did. *
B3. Structure. On a one to 10 scale, how many points do you give the structure? *
B3a. Describe the structure. Does it have: the set up, the conflict or confrontation and the resolution? Describe. *
B4. Characters and their dialogue. On a one to 10 scale, how many points do you give the characters and dialogue? *
B4a. Describe the key characters, character development and dialogue. Consider the dimensionality of the characters, the humor and power of the dialogue, the rhythm, pace and tone of the script and the voice of the writing style. Ask yourself whether youth (of the target age) would relate to the characters and the dialogue. *
B5. Pace. On a one to 10 scale, how many points do you give the pacing of the screenplay? *
B5a. Describe the pacing of the screenplay. Does it flow easily or does it move too quickly or too slowly. Why? *
B6. Benefits. Does this screenplay provide any of the benefits below? Check all that apply *
Rate the benefits. 15 points max. Explain your rating. In terms of child development and pro-social modeling, does this story enhance a child's understanding of the world in which he/she lives? Does he/she learn a moral or lesson? If so, describe.  Remember, the benefit may simply be entertainment.
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B6a. Benefits, What rating on a one to 10 scale would you give the benefits of this screenplay as you indicated above? *
C1. Content Accuracy. On a one to ten scale, how would you rate the content accuracy in terms of historical information, scientific references or similar and not including grammar, spelling or punctuation. *
Please comment on the accuracy of information including but not limited to grammar, spelling and punctuation.
C1a. Describe where you find the content accuracy is off and include the page number/s where it takes place. Remember that this does not include grammar, spelling or punctuation. *
C2. Comment on the screenplay's grammar, spelling or punctuation here. *
C3. Changes. Do you recommend any changes?
What changes do you recommend to increase the screenplay's success in receiving a KIDS FIRST! rating? If you don't have any changes to recommend, skip this.
D1. What is your final star rating, with 5 high. Check one below. *
What age group do you recommend this screenplay for? *
Check all that apply
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Final: Write a brief summary of your assessment of the script. *
Use the answers above as you're worksheet. Go ahead and repeat what has already been said as this summary will be posted.
A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.
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