Then the ones that make it through the screen can be entered based on factors outside the contest itself. Our suggested screening method is made up of a series of questions. If after each question you are not satisfied with the answer, then that contest fails the screen and should not be entered. First, and to most of you most important, is what prizes are offered to the winners. Some offer cash, possible representation, sale and production of your script, and industry recognition.
Cash is obvious, the more the better.
As far as rep- resentation is concerned, don't put too much weight on this either unless there is guaranteed access to an agent you are desperate to get to but haven't been able to. This prize, while it may sound like the answer to all of your dreams, could turn out to be your worst nightmare. This has to be analyzed the same way as any screenplay sale. So examine the fine print and confirm that the terms of the sale of your screenplay are fair and acceptable to you. There are three elements to consider here.